Rally Runner and/or Ice Crew (Part-time)

The Tucson Roadrunners are looking for fun, energetic, hockey-loving individuals to join our 2026-27 Rally Runners team! skillsComfortable interacting with large crowds and appearing on cameraAbility to stand for extended periods, sprint skate the length of the ice surface, and lift up to 30 lbs. Flexible availability, including nights, weekends, and holidaysAbility to meet tight deadlines and work well under pressureWillingness to represent the Tucson Roadrunners professionally and adhere to all Tucson Roadrunners and AHL guidelines and policiesHockey experience and/or knowledge is a plusHigh school diploma or equivalent preferredMust pass a drug test and background checkRally Runners: Shoe Crew or Ice Crew, you can do both! Don't skate? No problem! Rally Runners are divided into two areas of game-night entertainment:Shoe Crew: Focuses on fan engagement, in-game promotions, entertainment, and crowd interaction. Ice Crew: Focuses on skating, ice cleaning, and game operations throughout the game. You can participate in one or both areas depending on your interests and abilities! responsibilities include:Quickly and efficiently removing snow from the ice during TV timeoutsCleaning and maintaining all glass around the iceKeeping home, visiting, and penalty benches clean and free of debrisSetting up the game area, including mats, shovels, squeegees, scrapers, and snow cansPreparing the ice and nets for pregame skate and game playRemoving nets during intermission for ice resurfacing, patching holes, squeegeeing the goalie areas, and replacing netsCleaning and resetting benches following the gameAssisting with other game-night ice operations as neededIce Crew Requirements:Skating ability is required for Ice Crew applicantsApplicants interested in Ice Crew must attend the in-person skating tryout on Wednesday, September 16th @ 6:00 pmApplicants must provide their own skates; hockey and figure skates are both acceptableRally Runner Game Day Commitment (Shoe Crew & Ice Crew):Be available for at least 80% of home gamesArrive approximately 2 hours prior to puck drop on game daysBe available to work nights, weekends, and holidays as requiredBe prepared to work in a high-energy environment for extended periods of time Important Dates:September 16 at 6:00 PM: Ice Crew Skating Tryouts (*subject to change)Additional information will be provided to applicants who opt in for the Ice Crew. September 26 at 12:00 PM: Orientation & First PracticeOctober 3 at 2:30 PM: Home Opener & Red Carpet Event Frequently Asked Questions:Do I need to know how to skate?No! Skating is only required if you want to participate on the Ice Crew. If you don't skate, you can still be a Rally Runner as part of the Shoe Crew, focusing on in-game promotions and entertainment. Rally Runners can also participate in both areas!Will there be an in-person tryout?Only applicants interested in the Ice Crew will participate in an in-person skating tryout. All applicants will participate in an individual interview. Do returning Rally Runners need to apply and try out again?Yes. Returning members must reapply each season. A spot on the team is not guaranteed, and all applicants are evaluated for the upcoming season. Do I need to bring my own skates to the Ice Crew tryout?Yes. Applicants must bring their own skates. Rentals will not be provided. Hockey and figure skates are acceptable. Ready to join the team?] 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.