Aidan Cozzolino
East Williston,NY
Summary
Dynamic professional with a proven track record at Port Washington Skating Center, blending strong work ethic with exceptional customer service skills. Excelled in roles requiring adaptability and creative problem-solving, from enhancing ice rink operations to fostering team spirit as an Assistant Volunteer Coach. Boasts extensive hockey experience, including 3 LIAHL Championship victories, 8 years of travel hockey experience (U18 being the last), 4 Away tournament victories, and 4 years of varsity hockey with 3 State Tournament appearances (missed one with a concussion), 6 years of mens league experience, clinic coaching, skills coaching/goaltender coaching, zamboni operation, skate sharpening/maintenance, refereeing, and scorekeeping. Die hard hockey fan following a number of teams around the NHL.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Ice Rink Attendant
Port Washington Skating Center
Port Washington, NY
11.2015 - 12.2021
- Sold tickets and collected additional fees from customers for special services.
- Built relationships with members and guests and created welcoming and warm environment that promoted future visits.
- Performed daily maintenance tasks such as sharpening blades on skates, cleaning surfaces of the ice rink, sweeping floors and emptying garbage cans.
- Assisted in setting up the rink prior to events such as painting lines, logos.
- Completed equipment safety inspections and handled repairs.
- Monitored the condition of the ice rink surface before, during, and after each use.
- Cleaned debris from ice surfaces using specialized tools and brushes attached to Zamboni.
- Operated Zamboni to resurface ice rinks for hockey games and other events.
- Assisted in setting up the ice rink for events such as public skating sessions, hockey games and figure skating competitions.
- Reported incidents involving injury or property damage immediately to supervisor.
- Monitored activities on the ice rink to ensure that all participants followed rules and regulations while using proper techniques when skating or playing hockey.
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
Ice Hockey Referee
USA Hockey
Long Island, NY
03.2016 - 03.2020
- Mediated disputes between coaches, officials and players to reach mutual agreements.
- Maintained a current knowledge of all rules governing the sport of Ice Hockey.
- Officiated sporting events, games or competitions and enforced game rules.
- Signaled participants or other officials to make aware of infractions.
- Resolved claims of rule infractions or complaints by participants, assessing any necessary penalties.
- Called penalties for violations of the rules and issued warnings to players as needed.
- Prepared and reviewed game reports for accuracy prior to submitting to appropriate authorities.
- Managed paperwork associated with officiating duties including completing forms related to injuries, suspensions and other disciplinary matters.
- Enforced safety regulations and ensured that all players were wearing appropriate protective gear.
Assistant Volunteer Coach
Port Washington Skating Center
Port Washington, NY
07.2016 - 08.2019
- Tracked attendance at all practices, games, and events related to the program.
- Monitored student athlete academic performance through grade checking and boosted results with study hall and techniques.
- Developed game plans that emphasized the strengths of each player on the team.
- Ensured compliance with all league, association, and school rules and regulations.
- Monitored and evaluated athlete's performance, providing constructive feedback and personalized coaching.
- Facilitated community service initiatives and team-building activities to promote sportsmanship.
- Designed and implemented comprehensive training programs tailored to team's strengths and weaknesses.
- Performed duties during house league season, and helped run week-long summer camps focusing on skills development.
- Analyzed NHL games with teams to actualize structural patterns and player qualities to implement into the team's game, and improve player IQ.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Music Performance/Visual Art
Vanderbilt University
Nashville TN05-2024
Skills
- Music theory
- Artistic collaboration
- Performance skills
- Event planning
- Creative problem-solving
- Customer service
- 13 years of hockey-playing experience
- Four years of varsity hockey, LV/NS
- Quick decision making
- Conflict management
- Organizational skills
- Entertainment Skills
- Safety assurance
- Effective communication
- Physical stamina
- Positive attitude
- Adaptability
- Continuous improvement
- Professionalism
- Strong work ethic
- 6 years of men's league hockey experience
- 3 LIAHL Championship victories
- Two captain positions
- Graphic design
- Adobe Creative Suite
- Skating proficiency
- Safety Procedures
Timeline
Assistant Volunteer Coach
Port Washington Skating Center
07.2016 - 08.2019
Ice Hockey Referee
USA Hockey
03.2016 - 03.2020
Ice Rink Attendant
Port Washington Skating Center
11.2015 - 12.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Music Performance/Visual Art
Vanderbilt University
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