Work Under the Lights
String lights, holiday music, a glowing Ferris wheel and a rink full of happy skaters. Not your average job.
Now Hiring · 2026–27 Season
We’re opening Thousand Oaks’ new outdoor ice rink, with a Ferris wheel, a Super Slide and a whole lot of hot chocolate. Now we need a crew to match: friendly, reliable people who love the holidays and don’t mind a little cold.
Why Work Here
This is our very first season, and you’ll help make it one Thousand Oaks remembers.
String lights, holiday music, a glowing Ferris wheel and a rink full of happy skaters. Not your average job.
Most shifts are evenings, weekends and holidays, with extra daytime hours during Thanksgiving week and winter break.
The season runs November 6 through January 10, a great fit for students and anyone who wants extra holiday income.
No work history yet? Tell us about school, sports, clubs or volunteering. A great attitude goes a long way here.
Open Jobs
Only Skate Guards and Skating Coaches need to skate. Every other job is off the ice. Pick as many as you like on your application.
Keep the ice safe and friendly: help new skaters up, keep traffic moving and make sure everyone follows the rink rules.
Fit guests with the right skates, keep the rental counter moving and get the skates ready for the next session.
Check guests in, scan tickets and waivers, answer questions and be the first friendly face at the front booth.
Run the Ferris wheel and the Super Slide: load riders, follow the safety checks and keep the lines fun.
Serve hot chocolate, funnel cakes, cotton candy and s’mores to cold, happy guests all night long.
Host birthday parties and group events, from check-in and the party tent to the last skate of the night.
Teach our Learn to Skate classes for kids and grown-ups. Coaching or strong skating experience required.
Resurface the ice between sessions and help keep the rink in top shape. Mechanical skills are a plus.
How to Apply
Type right into the forms on a computer, or print them and fill them in by hand. Then send them our way.
About you, the jobs you want, part-time or full-time, your experience and an emergency contact.
Employment ApplicationThe days, times and holidays you can work this season, so we can build the schedule around you.
Availability FormAttach both forms (or clear photos or scans) and send them to employment@iceattheoaks.com.
Email Your FormsQuestions
You can apply! You’ll need a valid work permit before your first shift. Ask your school about getting one.
No problem. Only Skate Guards and Skating Coaches work on the ice.
We review applications as they come in and will reach out by email or phone to set up an interview.
Email employment@iceattheoaks.com or call (805) 292-0057.
Ice at The Oaks is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applicants of every background, and we don’t ask about salary history or criminal history on our application.