Arena Operations Ice Technician

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Organization Overview:
The Florida Panthers enter their 33rd season in 2026-27 as one of the National Hockey League's premier franchises. As back-to-back Stanley Cup champions in 2024 and 2025, the Cats have emerged victorious in 11 of their past 12 postseason series and have captured four Eastern Conference championships. The Panthers are led by President of Hockey Operations & General Manager Bill Zito entering his seventh season, and President of Business Operations Michael White who begins his first full season. As the NHL's southernmost team, the Panthers operate four facilities in Broward County, Florida: Amerant Bank Arena in Sunrise; the Panthers IceDen in Coral Springs; the state-of-the-art Baptist Health IcePlex in Fort Lauderdale; and the renovated War Memorial Auditorium, which hosts concerts and events for the South Florida faithful year-round. An organization with deep roots in the community, the Panthers are owned by Vincent J. Viola, a graduate of the United States Military Academy at West Point and a veteran of the U.S. Army. Emphasizing a culture of selfless service both on and off the ice, the Panthers pillar program, "Heroes Among Us," honors a United States military veteran at every game. The Florida Panthers Foundation focuses on four core pillars: veterans' affairs; children's health and education; raising awareness for the endangered Florida Panther; and growing youth hockey throughout the region. The Panthers remain committed to empowering our fans to live sustainably and to strengthen the resiliency of our diverse communities throughout Florida and the tri-county area.

Job Title: Arena Operations Technician Panthers IceDen
Department: Ice - Arena Operations
Reports To: H ead of Operations, Panthers IceDen
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Employment Type : Part-Time
Location: Coral Springs, Panthers IceDen

Job Summary:
At the direction of the Director of Operations, the Arena Operations Ice Technician will perform daily activities required to run, maintain, and service the events and activities at Panthers IceDen, ensuring implementation of best practices consistent with the company's current policies and procedures. This position works is to ensure the smooth day-to-day operations of the ice rink. Job Functions: Specific duties include but are not limited to:

• Walks the entire footprint of the Panthers IceDen every day in order to ensure a clean and orderly environment, and report/make recommendations to the Director of Operations on a daily basis of any pressing issues or concerns regarding the facilities.
• Responsible for tasks necessary to ensure safe daily operations of ice rink and related support equipment.
• Maintains cleanliness, sanitation and safety of the facilities including but not limited to all lobbies and common areas, seating areas, bathrooms, locker rooms, bleachers and showers.
• Develops and maintains a working knowledge of the equipment used at the Panthers IceDen, including: HVAC systems, natural gas water heaters, ice plant operation, Zamboni ice resurface, carpentry and other skills as needed
• Responsible for overseeing machinery and equipment as directed by the Director of Operations from time to time.
• Responsible for daily Ice/Board Maintenance to conform to NHL standards

• All other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Experience with ice resurfacing equipment, including operation, maintenance and training preferred..
• Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of building systems, equipment, maintenance procedures, tools, controls, and construction practices.
• Candidate will meet the physical demands of the job, which include lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Candidate will have the ability to work as a team player and have good self-motivational, organizational and time-management skills.
• Should be extremely organized and detail oriented, with a focus on quality and consistency.
• Must be able to maintain and abide by organizational confidentiality standards.
• Ability to work under fluid deadlines and complete tasks in a timely and efficient manner.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:
This is a Part-Time position. Must be able to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends and occasional 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.