Job Opportunities

We are looking for an employee who is passionate about growing the game of hockey in middle Tennessee. Specifically, the adult level of hockey is one of our largest populations of hockey players and we need a strong willed, motivated, passionate individual who wants to make positive changes in the hockey community. 

Major Responsibilities/Activities:

• Coordinates adult hockey programming for Ford Ice Center including but not limited to developing, planning, organizing and promoting adult hockey leagues, clinics and tournaments.
• Works closely with Manager of Amateur Hockey & Fan Development in the recruitment of captains and teams and coordinates adult hockey programs at FIC Bellevue and Antioch.
• Maintains active communication of all issues and opportunities with Director of Amateur Hockey & Fan Development.
• Creates game schedules for all adult divisions and prepares information that is distributed to captains, players, sponsors, staff and officials regarding program policies and operations.
• Oversees discipline of on-ice incidents during games or tournaments.
• Assists in the evaluation of players for proper placement in divisions within leagues and programs.
• Helps to hire, guide and develop special event staff, scoreboard operators and officials.
• Develops programming for internal Officials' seminars, adult camps and clinics.
• Helps to create advisory board for adult leagues and to maintain close communications with adult customer base to ensure that needs are being met and opportunities and issues are quickly uncovered.
• Assists in the organization of clinics and camps with outside organizations.
• Maintains a strong relationship within the adult hockey community to help drive traffic to Open Hockey and Drop-in Hockey.
• Oversees adult hockey classes and learn to play program.
• Assists Youth Hockey Coordinator run on-ice programming for internal camps and clinics.
• Evaluates programs and services and makes recommendations based on findings.
• Assists others within the Ford Ice Center organization to promote the facility.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements:

• Four-year (4) degree in Sports Management, Recreation, Business Management or a related field from an accredited college or university.
• Three years (3) of hockey playing experience.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience may be taken into consideration.
• Level 1 USA Hockey coaching certification
• Knowledge of the hockey community in the Middle Tennessee area.
• Computer proficiency in Microsoft Office and Scheduling.
• Working extended hours, including nights and weekends. You are expected to be present for games and on site to check in players. 
• As a condition of employment, qualified applicant will be subject to a background check, including a criminal history check, driving history and character references.
• Possess a valid driver's license, be eligible to work in the United States, possess a suitable driving history and be insurable by FIC's insurance carrier.

Essential Physical Functions:

• Must be able to lift fifty (50) pounds repeatedly.
• Working under extreme deadlines under pressure.
• Working on an ice surface and ability to ice skate.
• Excellent speaking and listening skills, requiring the perception of speech.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Physical activities include sitting, walking, standing, bending, squatting, climbing stairs, kneeling, twisting, lifting, grasping, balancing and handling of materials, and working with arms raised for prolonged periods.
• Exposure to bright lights, extreme temperatures, and loud noise.

Equipment Used:

Including, but not limited to office equipment, barcoding scanner system, industrial equipment, hockey equipment, ice resurfacing equipment and scoreboard equipment.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.

 Major Responsibilities/Activities:

• Serve as first point of contact for visitors and assist with rental skates.
• Help guests with payments for public skates.
• Spray down rental skates once turned in.
• Return skates to skate rack when session is over.
• Responsible for enforcing ice skating rules and safety procedures during public session.
• Assist with setup of hockey nets for games
• Operate Point of Sale unit for skate rentals.
• Balance register and fill out proper forms at beginning and end of shift.
• Assist with hosting birthday parties at the facility.
• Perform general closing responsibilities.
• Assist in maintaining general cleanliness of the facility.
• Perform upkeep items on checklist throughout the day.
• Clean up after guests, including removing trash around the rink.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Ford Ice General Manager and/or Office Manager/HR Administrator. 

Minimum Requirements:

• 18+ years old.
• Ability to ice skate.
• Must be reliable, polite, cooperative, and work well with others.
• Must possess strong problem-solving skills, a pleasant demeanor and good judgement.
• Previous cash handling experience.
• Ability to engage with and serve the public, especially children. 
• Ability to work Friday-Sunday evening hours, including holidays.
• As a condition of employment, qualified applicant will be subject to a background investigation, including a criminal history check, previous employment verification and character references.

Essential Physical Functions:

• Physical activities include sitting, walking, standing, bending, squatting, kneeling, twisting, lifting, grasping, balancing and handling of materials. 
• Ability to stand or walk for extended periods of time.
• Ability to work with and around water and ice and to work at or below freezing temperatures for extended periods of time.
• Ability to work outdoors in inclement weather. 
• Ability to speak and communicate clearly with others. 
• Ability to lift up to 30 lbs.
• Wearing face mask and/or Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for long periods of time.

 
 Note: Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Employee will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instruction or assignments.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Major Responsibilities/Activities: 

• Referee and Officials control the pace and maintain order during all hockey games. 
• Maintain an in-depth knowledge of up-to-date USA Hockey rules and regulations 
• Officiate at hockey games or competitions to maintain standards of play and to ensure that game rules are observed.
• Stop play to signal participants or other officials to make them aware of infractions or otherwise to regulate play or competition. 
• Responsible for maintaining a thorough understanding and knowledge of rules, procedures, and interpretations of each. 
• Impose penalties or infractions when appropriate. 
• Inspect sporting equipment and/or examine participants in order to ensure compliance with event and safety regulations.
• Keep track of game times and elapsed time during game segments, starting or stopping play when necessary.
• Resolve claims of rule infractions or complaints by participants and assess any necessary penalties, according to regulations.
• Report to regulating organizations regarding sporting activities, complaints made, and actions taken or needed such as fines or other disciplinary actions.
• Confer with other sporting officials, coaches, players, and facility managers in order to provide information, coordinate activities, and discuss problems.
• Responsible to work all hockey games assigned to you based on the availability that you have provided.
• Maintain a professional demeanor on and off the ice. 

Minimum Requirements (Include education, experience, special skills and licenses or certifications required): 

• Must be 16 years old.
• Must have a Level 1 USA Hockey officiating certification at the minimum; other levels of officiating will be dependent on the game in which that official wants to work. 
• Knowledge of the hockey community in the Middle Tennessee area.
• Skating experience required.
• Must be detailed oriented and be able to focus on multiple tasks at once. 
• Must have strong verbal and written communication.
• Possess a calm and professional manner while interacting amongst coaches, players, and fans while ensuring the safety and integrity of the game. 
• Must have a skating ability above or equal to that of the level of game they are officiating
• Must be strong skaters and continue to maintain their ability in comparison to the players they are officiating. 
• As a condition of employment, qualified applicant will be subject to a background investigation, including a criminal history check, previous employment verification and character references.

Essential Physical Functions:

• Frequent lifting, bending, walking and handling and lifting heavy equipment up to 50 lbs. required.
• Working under pressure.
• Ability to work nights, weekends and holidays.
• Working on an ice surface.
• Ability to ice skate.
• Exposure to bright lights, extreme temperatures and loud noise.
• Ability to stand in an upright position for continuous period of time.
• Excellent speaking and listening skills, requiring the perception of speech.
• Ability to wear face mask and/or Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for long periods of time. 

Equipment Used:

• Including, but not limited to office equipment, industrial equipment, hockey equipment, ice resurfacing equipment and scoreboard equipment.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. 

Job Description: Ford Ice Center is seeking eager, hard-working USA Hockey certified ice hockey coaches to assist the hockey coordinator in the execution of daily hockey operations. This position will be responsible to coordinate and execute the on-ice training and skill development of youth/adult hockey players at Ford Ice Center for leagues and internal camps/clinics. This position will also provide support for the Nashville Predators Amateur Hockey & Fan Development initiatives in the community, such as try hockey for free and various entry level grassroots hockey programs. 

Major Responsibilities/Activities:  

• Assist Hockey Coordinator to develop and execute fun, exciting practice plans for all ages using USA Hockey ADM principles.
• Facilitate on-ice instruction of youth league practices/games and internal programs such as PREDecessor, G.O.A.L!, Try Hockey for Free, and weekly skill development classes for all ages.
• Aid in the setup of various on-ice props and water bottles as assigned.
• Assist facility staff with equipment fitting sessions.
• Work with hockey families with putting on equipment, tying skates and provide excellent customer service.
• Support Hockey Coordinator in the recruitment and training of coaches and volunteers.
• Assist in the evaluation of players for proper placement in various programs.
• Demonstrate knowledge of facility programs when communicating to parents.
• Serve as an ambassador to facility's youth/adult programs to support the transition of participants from program to program.
• Work with others within the Ford Ice Center organization to promote the facility.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Director of Amateur Hockey & Fan Development.

Minimum Requirements:

• Proficient ice skating required.
• Valid USA Hockey Coaching Education Program certification, Level 1 minimum.
• Two (2) years of ice hockey coaching experience at the Mite (8U) - Peewee (12U) level.
• Hockey knowledge and playing background of 5 (five) years or more at a high school, college, junior, minor or professional hockey level.
• Experience running on-ice practices following USA Hockey American Development Model.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience may be taken into consideration.
• Knowledge of the hockey community in the Middle Tennessee area.
• Positive, energetic, friendly individual who can communicate effectively with employees and customers.
• Flexible schedule, including weekdays, nights, weekends and holidays; able to work 15-20 hours a week on ice.

Essential Physical Functions:

• Ability to skate and instruct with clients
• Ability to pick up children and be mobile on the ice
• Ability to work in a cold environment
• Excellent speaking and listening skills, requiring the perception of speech.
• Physical activities include sitting, walking, standing, bending, squatting, climbing stairs, kneeling, twisting, lifting, grasping, balancing and handling of materials, and working with arms raised for prolonged periods.
• Exposure to bright lights, extreme temperatures, loud noise, dust. 
• Ability to work with and around water and ice and to work at or below freezing temperatures for extended periods of time.
• Ability to lift up to 30 lbs.

Major Responsibilities/Activities:

• Participates in the maintenance, repair, and cleaning of the facilities, grounds and equipment for operations at either Ford Ice Center.
• Participate in set-up and disassembly of hockey glass, dasher boards, party rooms, locker rooms and other event related equipment
• Preventative maintenance and repair of facility
• Perform pre/post event inspections and document with completed checklists
• Perform cleaning and maintenance on operations department equipment, keep work areas and equipment organized and functional
• Prepare ice for all practices, games and other ice events. Duties include: removing debris; checking ice depth; scraping, edging and resurfacing ice.

Minimum Requirements:

• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Ability to read and write and to follow written and oral instructions and complete standardized checklist forms
• 2 years experience operating a zamboni preferred, but will train the right candidate
• As a condition of employment, qualified applicant will be subject to a background check, including driving history and character references. 
• Possess a valid driver's license, possess a suitable driving history and be insurable by our insurance carrier (without conditions).

Essential Physical Functions:

• Good physical condition and health, sufficient strength and stamina needed for heavy, awkward and repeated lifting of up to 75 pounds, capable of performing heavy manual labor for extended period
• Ability to work irregular hours including nights, weekends and holidays
• Ability to climb portable and fixed ladders, accessing remote areas of the facility, working with hand and power tools, communicating via portable radio, reading and comprehending blueprints and drawings
• Ability to work with and around water and ice and to work at or below freezing temperatures for extended periods of time
• Wearing face mask and/or Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for long periods of time.

Equipment Used:

• Ice re-surfacers, ice edgers, and all other ice maintenance equipment
• PC and other general office equipment 
• Various power and hand tools
• Forklift, scissor lifts, boom lifts, motor vehicle (company truck), and other light duty machineryVarious power and hand tools

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. 

Brief Overview of Position:

A Part Time Public Safety Officer will be responsible for securing the building and equipment of the Ford Ice Center and enforcing access and rink policies throughout the facility. Officer will maintain order during public access times. Officer will conduct patrols of the facility, outside perimeter and parking lot. Will monitor activities of guests and staff to ensure a safe environment for all. 
 

Areas of Responsibility/Job Duties:

• Patrol premises and circulate among visitors, guests and employees to preserve order and protect property.
• Monitor and authorize arrival and departure of visitors. 
• Monitor locker rooms during public access times to ensure safety of patrons, guests and players. 
• Escort individuals to specified locations and provide personal protection. 
• Use walkie-talkies and cell phones to stay in contact with rink personnel.
• Inspect and adjust security systems, equipment, and machinery to ensure operational use and to detect evidence tampering. 
• Write clear and concise reports of daily activities and irregularities, such as equipment or property damage, theft, presence of unauthorized persons or unusual occurrences, incidents or medical emergencies and immediately report these occurrences to both General Manager and the Public Safety Coordinator. 
• Educate Ford Ice Center staff on proper incident response, including reporting procedures, notification of authorities, etc. 
• Call police or fire department in case of emergency. 
• Provide friendly customer service.
• Be alert during duty period and perform security related functions.
• Respond to calls and incidents at Ford Ice Center.
• Correctly interpret and follow written technical instructions.
• Verbally answer questions from staff and the public.
• Manage lost and found items; if necessary, report stolen items to General Manager and/or file police report.   
• Monitor front and back parking lots as well as the service yard.
• Develop a working relationship with campus security and Metro Park Police.
• Act as liaison between Ford Ice Center and Metro Police. 
• Serve as Head Supervisor when on duty. Help the front of house and back of house staff as needed.
• Complete closing tasks list to ensure that the building is closed properly each night.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Public Safety Coordinator and General Manager.

Minimum Requirements:

• 18 Years Old.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Good judgment.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality in all matters pertaining to security/personnel. 
• Strong problem solving, interpersonal, conflict resolution and communication skills.
• Friendly, outgoing personality with a desire to serve the company and public.
• Available to work a variety of shifts, including evenings, weekends and some holidays.
• Experience working with the public: this includes customer service experience.
• Basic computer skills.
• Must possess valid driver's license and have reliable transportation.
• As a condition of employment, qualified applicant will be subject to an extensive and thorough background investigation, including a criminal history check, previous employment verification and character references.

Physical Requirements and Work Conditions:

• Physical activities require considerable use of arms and legs and moving whole body, including sitting, walking, standing, bending, squatting, climbing stairs, kneeling, twisting, lifting, grasping, balancing, and handling of materials. 
• Ability to see details at a close range (within a few feet of the observer) and at a distance. 
• Ability to detect or tell the differences between sounds and that vary in pitch and loudness and to focus on a single source of sound in the presence of distracting sounds. 
• Ability to speak and communicate clearly with others. 
• Must be able to stand or walk for long periods of time and climb stairs.
• Must be willing to work in adverse conditions including cold temperatures inside and out and warm conditions outside of the facility.
• Lifting requirements - must be able to lift a minimum of 50 lbs.
• Wearing face mask and/or Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for long periods of time.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Primary Objective:

As a member of the Event Staff Team, you will work closely with the teams, coaches, officials, Game Day Supervisors, and athletics staff to manage game day operations at in-rink Ford Ice Center events. You will also interact professionally with the general public who attend Ford Ice Center's events.
 

Major Responsibilities/Activities:

• Verify rosters of each team prior to game start (obtain necessary signatures on scoresheet as applicable).
• Meet with officials prior to start of game to ensure they are aware of any special rules.
• Operate scoreboard during game and ensure games stay on time.
• Assist in tracking goals/assists on scoresheet and/or enter into stats software.
• Notify via radio 5 and 3 minute warnings for on & off ice officials before warm-ups and all periods.
• Help rink staff move nets to stay on time after game during ice cuts.
• Deliver scoresheets, on-ice official's paperwork, and shot sheets to both coaches, captains and rink staff post-game.

Minimum Requirements:

• Strong desire to work in sports and events.
• Knowledge of hockey and rules.
• Ability to work in a team setting.
• Experience working in game day operations and event planning as well as customer service and promotions.
• As a condition of employment, qualified applicant will be subject to a background check, including a criminal history check, driving history and character references.

Essential Physical Functions:

• Ability to lift or carry (50) lbs. 
• Ability to work nights, weekends and holidays.
• Exposure to bright lights, extreme temperatures and loud noise.
• Excellent speaking and listening skills, requiring the perception of speech.
• Must be able to move or push nets. 
• Wearing face mask and/or Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for long periods of time.

Equipment Used:

• Including, but not limited to office equipment, barcoding scanner system, industrial equipment, hockey equipment, ice resurfacing equipment and scoreboard equipment.

Note: Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Employee will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instruction or assignments.

 

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.