Flexible Hours Part-Time Building Engineer – Ice Rink Venue

The Florida Panthers; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Part‑time hours

Flexible hours

Job summary

The Florida Panthers are seeking a reliable Building Engineer to join the Engineering/Facilities team at Baptist Health IcePlex and War Memorial Auditorium in Fort Lauderdale on a part-time basis.

You will maintain and troubleshoot HVAC, plumbing, mechanical and ice plant systems to support programming, events, and daily operations, with evenings, weekends, and holidays required. This is a fast-paced venue supporting concerts, hockey programs, and public skate sessions.

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 part‑time 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

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

Skills

HVAC basics

Plumbing basics

Ice rink knowledge (plus)

Education

High school diploma

Trade coursework or certification

Tools

Hand and power tools

Job description

The Florida Panthers are seeking a reliable Building Engineer to join the Engineering/Facilities team at Baptist Health IcePlex and War Memorial Auditorium in Fort Lauderdale on a part-time basis.

You will maintain and troubleshoot HVAC, plumbing, mechanical and ice plant systems to support programming, events, and daily operations, with evenings, weekends, and holidays required. This is a fast-paced venue supporting concerts, hockey programs, and public skate sessions.