About this role
Organization Overview:
The Florida Panthers are in 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 Panthers have won 11 of their past 12 postseason series and captured four Eastern Conference Championships. The organization is led by President of Hockey Operations & General Manager Bill Zito, entering his seventh season, and President of Business Operations Michael White, beginning his first full season.
Anchored by a championship culture on the ice, the Panthers are equally committed to building a world-class sports and entertainment platform off of it. The organization focuses on delivering an elite guest experience across all venues, deepening the connection between the team and the South Florida community and continuing to grow the sport for the next generation. The Panthers operate four facilities in Broward County: Amerant Bank Arena in Sunrise which is home of Panthers home games, concerts and events, Panthers IceDen in Coral Springs, the state-of-the-art Baptist Health IcePlex in Fort Lauderdale and renovated War Memorial Auditorium which hosts concerts and events year-round.
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. That foundation of selfless service shapes the organization's identity at every level. The Panthers' pillar program, "Heroes Among Us," honors a U.S. military veteran at every home game, and the Florida Panthers Foundation directs its efforts across 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 organization remains deeply committed to empowering and strengthening the diverse communities of South Florida and the tri-county area.
Painter
- Organization: Florida Panthers Hockey Club
- Department: Facilities / Engineering
- Reports To: Senior Manager, Engineering
- FLSA Status: Non-Exempt (Hourly)
- Employment Type: Full-Time
- Location: Amerant Bank Arena, Sunrise, FL — with occasional work at War Memorial Auditorium and Florida Panthers Training Facility
- Schedule: Flexibility required for evenings, weekends, and holidays around the event schedule
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Position Summary
Amerant Bank Arena is seeking a skilled, detail-oriented Painter to join the Engineering/Facilities team. This role is responsible for the preparation, painting, and finishing of interior and exterior surfaces throughout the arena and campus, ensuring all spaces — from public concourses and suites to back-of-house corridors, parking structures, and mechanical areas — are maintained to a high visual and professional standard. This is a hands-on trade position supporting a fast-paced, event-driven sports and entertainment venue.
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Key Responsibilities
- Perform surface preparation (patching, sanding, priming) and apply paint, stain, epoxy, and specialty coatings to walls, ceilings, doors, railings, structural steel, and equipment
- Complete both interior and exterior painting projects, including touch-up work between events and larger scheduled repaints during the off-season
- Work in and around occupied spaces (suites, offices, concourses) with minimal disruption to arena operations and events
- Coordinate scheduling of painting projects around the event calendar, load-ins/outs, and other trade work
- Maintain accurate records of paint colors, finishes, and products used by area for future touch-ups and matching
- Safely handle, store, and dispose of paints, solvents, and related materials in compliance with OSHA, EPA, and local fire/building codes
- Inspect surfaces for wear, damage, mold, or corrosion and report/address issues proactively
- Support minor drywall repair, caulking, and cosmetic finish work as needed
- Assist other facilities/engineering staff with general maintenance tasks during non-painting periods as directed
- Maintain tools, equipment, ladders, and lifts in safe working condition
- Respond to urgent painting/touch-up needs ahead of events, broadcasts, or VIP visits
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Qualifications
- 3+ years of professional painting experience; commercial, industrial, or venue/facilities experience strongly preferred
- Working knowledge of surface prep techniques, coating types (latex, epoxy, industrial finishes), and proper application methods
- Comfortable working at heights using ladders, scaffolding, or aerial lifts; scissor/boom lift experience a plus
- Ability to read basic work orders, color/finish specs, and safety data sheets (SDS)
- Strong attention to detail and pride in finish quality
- Ability to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends, and holidays around the event schedule
- Physical ability to stand, climb, bend, and lift up to 50 lbs regularly
- High school diploma or equivalent; trade certification a plus
- Must be able to pass a background check
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Work Environment
Fast-paced arena environment with a rotating schedule tied to games, concerts, and other live events. Exposure to fumes, dust, heights, and varying temperatures depending on work location (interior, exterior, parking garage, mechanical rooms).
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Position Type / Expected Hours of Work
This is a full-time position. Must be able to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed around the event schedule.
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.