Event Shift Cleaner

Event Shift Cleaner

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. 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 will feature two regulation-size rinks, 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.

The Event Shift Cleaner is a part-time, event-based position responsible for supporting safe, clean, and premium guest experience. This role reports directly to the Event Shift Supervisor and plays a critical part in maintaining facility cleanliness and operational standards during events. Shifts typically range from 6 to 8 hours per event, averaging 18 to 29 hours per week, depending on the event schedule.

Work hours primarily include evenings, weekends, and occasional holidays.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Maintain a clean, safe, and sanitary environment for all guests, staff, and vendors.
• Adhere strictly to established Housekeeping Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Proactively identify and address housekeeping issues as they arise, demonstrating initiative and accountability.
• Maintain clear and professional communication with supervisors and team members to ensure efficient event operations.
• Immediately report safety hazards or concerns to the Event Supervisor for proper assessment and resolution.
• Monitor and maintain spaces throughout events, including:
• Cleaning and sanitizing
• Removing debris and waste
• Sweeping and mopping wet or dry spills
• Clean, inspect, and maintain assigned areas, including the frequent removal of waste and recycling materials during events.
• Promptly respond to and remediate spills (wet or dry), including debris removal and stain treatment.
• Support housekeeping-related maintenance needs, including:
• Assisting after maintenance issues such as clogged toilets or flooding
• Performing biohazard spill cleanup in accordance with safety guidelines and established protocols

Qualifications

• Prior custodial or housekeeping experience preferred
• Demonstrated alignment with company core competencies, including strong work ethic, resilience, and empathy
• Ability to understand and comply with company policies and procedures
• Receptive to supervision and responsive to management direction
• Maintains a professional appearance and attire during work hours
• Strong listening skills and ability to follow instructions accurately
• Ability to work effectively in large crowds and fast-paced environments
• Excellent verbal communication and interpersonal skills
• Punctual, dependable, and reliable attendance required
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds without accommodation
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• High level of reliability, diligence, and attention to detail
• Ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required by event schedules and hockey season

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:
This is a part-time position. Hours of work are based on event schedule and are mostly nights, weekends and occasional holidays.

Work Environment

This role is performed within a large arena environment. Noise levels are frequently high, crowd traffic is heavy, temperatures may vary and are often cold, lighting conditions may change, and there may be occasional exposure to special effects such as pyrotechnics.

Physical Demands

Climbing
- Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles and the like, using feet and legs and/or hands and arms. Body agility is emphasized. This factor is important if the amount and kind of climbing required exceeds that required for ordinary locomotion.

Balancing
- Maintaining body equilibrium to prevent falling…