Head Ice Technicians (Trained Status)
The Head Ice Technician Program is intended for those who are looking for a career in ice making and need to learn the skills of installing, maintaining, and removing ice in a dedicated curling facility for league and bonspiel play. These individuals may have to supervise Assistant Ice Technicians as well. At the completion of the course, participants will be at the “Head Ice Technician – Trained” status.
Pre-requisites: One of the following five options:
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“Trained” Youth Ice Technician Program OR;
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“Trained” Assistant Ice Technician Program OR;
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World Curling – Introduction to Ice Maintenance (Online) OR;
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12 Months working at a Curling facility under the supervision of a Certified Curling Ice Technician. OR;
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Former Level 1 Ice Technician Course
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Once registered, please email any certificates or documentation outlining the prerequisites for the HIT course.
Cost: $472.50 CURLSASK Member Centre members or $945 Non-member Centre members
Program Length: Online pre-course learning modules and 2 days in-person
Status at the End of the Workshop: “Trained” Head Ice Technician
Evaluation: Online quiz, Online Safe Sport Training, In-person/ Video Evaluation of Skills
Status after completion of Evaluation Requirements: “Certified” Head Ice Technician
Who should attend: Individuals who are new to the industry who are looking for a career in ice making and need to learn the skills of installing, maintaining and removing ice in a dedicated curling facility for league and bonspiel play. These individuals may need to supervise Assistant Ice Technicians as well.
Learning Outcomes: Participants can expect to learn about:
- What makes “good ice”
- Refrigeration & Safe Plant Operation
- Floors, installation and removal
- Pebbling
- Scraping patterns and theory
- Honing a blade and changing blades
- Paint/logo techniques
- Water quality
- Stone types & maintenance
- Managing environmental conditions
- Daily and weekly maintenance
- Professionalism and customer service
