Maintenance Engineer

Ice Den Building Engineer

• Organization: Florida Panthers Ice Den
• Department: Facilities / Engineering
• Reports To: Operations Manager
• FLSA Status: Non-Exempt (Hourly)
• Employment Type: Full-Time
• Location: Florida Panthers Ice Den, Coral Springs, FL — On-Site
• Schedule: Flexibility required for evenings, weekends, and holidays around the event and program schedule

Position Summary

We are seeking a reliable, hands-on Ice Den Building Engineer to join the Engineering/Facilities team supporting the Ice Den in Coral Springs on a full-time basis. This role is responsible for the general maintenance, monitoring, and troubleshooting of building systems — including HVAC, plumbing, mechanical, and ice plant/refrigeration equipment — to keep the facility running safely and reliably for programming, events, and daily operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform routine rounds and inspections of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems throughout the facility
• Monitor and support the ice plant/refrigeration system, including compressors, pumps, and related controls, escalating issues to senior engineering staff as needed
• Respond to basic HVAC, plumbing, and mechanical service calls and perform minor repairs and preventive maintenance
• Complete assigned work orders and document completed maintenance tasks accurately
• Assist with setup and breakdown of building systems and equipment for scheduled events, public skate sessions, and hockey programs
• Monitor building automation/control systems and report anomalies or alarms to the appropriate supervisor
• Support other trades (electrical, painting, general maintenance) with basic tasks as directed
• Follow all safety protocols and lockout/tagout procedures when working on mechanical or electrical equipment
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe mechanical/engineering work environment
• Respond to urgent facility issues during scheduled shifts, including evenings, weekends, and event-driven schedules

Qualifications

• 1–3+ years of experience in building/facility engineering, maintenance, or a related mechanical trade; venue, arena, or ice rink experience a plus
• Basic working knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, and general mechanical systems
• Familiarity with refrigeration or ice plant systems a plus, but not required
• Ability to read basic work orders, equipment manuals, and safety data sheets (SDS)
• Comfortable working with hand and power tools, ladders, and basic diagnostic equipment
• Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn facility-specific systems
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays around the event/program schedule
• Physical ability to stand, climb, bend, kneel, and lift up to 50 lbs regularly
• High school diploma or equivalent; trade coursework or certification a plus
• Must be able to pass a background check

Work Environment

Fast-paced venue environment with a schedule tied to public skate sessions, hockey programs, concerts, and other live events. Exposure to cold temperatures (rink areas), mechanical/equipment rooms, and varying conditions across interior and exterior work locations.

Position Type / Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time, year-round, non-exempt (hourly) position. Must be able to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed around the event and program schedule.