Facilities Engineer

The Florida Panthers are a community focused organization led by an authentic management team that served our country and now serves the South Florida community. The organization is on the rise and is experiencing success both on and off the ice. Led by General Manager Bill Zito, the Panthers are coming off their best season in franchise history, entering the 2024-2025 season as Stanley Cup Champions. Off the ice, the business is experiencing growth across all key metrics and our revenue is at an all-time high. The organization is expanding outside of Amerant Bank Arena via the renovation of the FTL War Memorial in downtown Fort Lauderdale. This state-of-the-art ice facility features two regulation-size rinks, including a new team practice rink with stadium seating, and a 4,000-capacity music theatre for live entertainment. The future is bright, and we are very proud of what we are building in South Florida.
Job Title: Facilities Engineer
Department: Facilities
Reports To: Sr. Manager, Engineering
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Employment Type : Full-Time
Location: FLA Live Arena, other facilities as required
Job Summary:
General facilities maintenance and repairs across multiple vocations including mechanical, plumbing, and general building repairs to name a few.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Repairs and maintenance of mechanical equipment e.g., fan coils, air handlers, exhaust fans, and pumps. Chiller Experience a plus.
• Repair and maintenance of refrigeration equipment e.g., walk in coolers/freezer, reach in coolers, and ice makers.
• Repair and maintenance of plumbing fixtures.
• General maintenance such as repair / assemble furniture, minor drywall repair, minor flooring and cove repair replacement.
• Assist with proper inventory control of parts and supplies as needed.
• Assist with special projects involving construction or changes to the building or building systems.
• Monitor building automation system proactively to prevent system issues.
• Assist outside contractors as required.
• Have the ability to identify hazardous materials or working conditions and report them to supervisor.
• Maintain a safe work environment. Ensure safety precautions are always taken. Report any unsafe condition to supervisor promptly.
• Use computerized work order system to interpret and prioritize work orders. Execute work orders and close in system upon completion.
• Additional projects tasks and events as assigned by supervisor.
• Basic electrical trouble-shooting using the appropriate meters and tools

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Have a minimum of five years' experience in vocations as listed above.
• Universal or other EPA Certification (or willingness to get certified).
• Be proficient in the use of all types of hand tools and soldering torches.
• Brazing and Welding / fabrication abilities a plus.
• Company Core competencies: work ethic, thriving in adversity, and empathy toward others.
• Ability to read, decipher blueprints, schematics and construction documents.
• Effective communicator, written and verbal in English.
• Willingness to learn and expand knowledge in all areas of event venue facilities.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work: This is a non-exempt (hourly) position. Must be able to work flexible hours, nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.
At the Florida Panthers Hockey Club, Arena Operating Company, Panthers IceDen, Sanza Food Service, War Memorial Benefit Corporation, and FLA Team Shop, we strive to make every employee feel valued and respected for who they are and the unique contributions they make. We believe that a diverse and inclusive company is a more innovative and successful company, which is why we aim to infuse diversity, equity, and inclusion (DE&I) into all aspects of our culture and our business.
We welcome all to apply and join our team.
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.