About Us
The Fessenden School is an all boys independent day and boarding school serving 525 students in Pre-K
to Grade 9 in West Newton, MA. The Fessenden School’s mission is to teach, nurture, and celebrate
growing boys; cultivating each boy’s individual potential and developing in balance his mind, character,
heart, and body in an inclusive and joyful community. For over 100 years we have been committed to the
education of boys, and our facilities, curriculum, and programs are designed with the necessities of boys
in mind.
Position Summary
The Fessenden School Ice Rink is looking for an Ice Rink Operator. This will be a part time, seasonal
position. Nights and weekends are a must during hockey season. The Ice Rink Operator will oversee the
day-to-day operations of the ice arena which will include cleaning and driving the Zamboni Ice Resurfacer.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following:
● Maintaining a quality sheet of ice
● Safe and efficient driving of the Zamboni Ice Resurfacer
● Handle daily activities, keeping on schedule
● Ability to run the skate shop including skate sharpening
● Maintain arena’s cleanliness to optimal levels
● Exhibit superior customer service skills
● Performs other related duties as directed by the Rink Manager
Preferred Qualifications
● US Ice Rink or ISI Certification
Minimum Qualifications
● Valid Driver's License
● Knowledge of workplace safety procedures
● Ability to maintain professional demeanor in high-stress situations
● Successful criminal background check, and pre-employment physical examination
Physical Demands and Work Environment
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to
successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made
to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions. The requirements for performing the duties
of this position are as follows:
● Regularly walk, talk, stand, sit and reach during shift. Occasionally bend, kneel, stoop, climb and
crawl.
● Occasionally push, pull, lift or carry items weighing 30 to 50 lbs or more.
● Manual dexterity; auditory and visual skills; and the ability to follow written and oral instructions
and procedures.
● Visual acuity to operate motor vehicles and/or heavy equipment.
● Subject to environmental conditions with activities that occur inside and outside, including cold
temperatures typically below 32 degrees for periods of more than one hour.
● Subject to sufficient noise that requires shouting in order to be heard above ambient noise level.
● Subject to vibrations and hazards including a variety of physical conditions, such as proximity to
moving mechanical parts, moving vehicles, electrical current, working on scaffolding and high
places, exposure to high heat or exposure to chemicals.
To Apply
Please contact Adam Busalacchi at abusalacchi@fessenden.org. or call at 617-630-2393.
The Fessenden School encourages applications from candidates with diverse or minority backgrounds.
The Fessenden School believes that each individual is entitled to equal employment opportunity without
regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual
orientation, ancestry, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, or local
anti-discrimination laws. The School’s equal employment opportunity practices extend to recruitment,
hiring, selection, compensation, benefits, transfer, conditions, and privileges of employment.
We are interested in every qualified candidate who is eligible to work in the United States. However, we
are not able to sponsor visas.