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Vinik Sports Group

Manages NHL team and arena operations

Plumber

Part-Time
No salary listed
Senior
Tampa, FL, USA
In Person
Building TradesPlumbing & Pipefitting

About the job

Requirements
  • A Journeyman Plumbing license is recommended.
  • Must be at least 18 years old and have a high school diploma or GED.
  • Must be able to work in large crowds for an extended period.
  • Must be able to lift 25 pounds without accommodation; the working conditions also require lifting, carrying, or moving up to 50 pounds.
  • Five years of trade experience is required.
  • Must have thorough knowledge of plumbing codes and a strong understanding of equipment.
  • Must be able to read and decipher blueprints, schematics, and equipment documents.
  • Must be able to diagnose problems and determine remedies.
  • Must be able to work independently and in team-oriented environments, with an emphasis on workplace safety.
  • Must be able to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and selected holidays, and extended hours as needed.
  • Must be able to work off ladders and use scissor lifts.
  • Must be able to work efficiently in office and arena environments that may be exciting, loud, and distracting; in hot or cold indoor and outdoor temperatures; and in crowded areas around equipment or people.
  • Must be able to use hands and fingers on office and mobile technology.
  • Must be able to move throughout the arena with minimal accommodations, stand for long periods, walk long distances, climb stairs, and walk up to 0.5 miles to and from designated employee parking areas in varying weather and during high-traffic event times.
  • Must be able to work around special effects, including haze, strobe lights, and lasers.
  • Must have excellent attendance, time-management, organizational, written, verbal, and interpersonal skills; computer knowledge; a strong work ethic; and a positive attitude.
Responsibilities
  • Maintain a comprehensive preventive maintenance program for pipework systems, backflow preventers, cartridge changes, grease traps, and related equipment.
  • Troubleshoot and repair plumbing issues, including toilets, urinals, and flush controls.
  • Perform some new installations of pipework and fixtures.
  • Assist other skilled trades with maintenance repairs as required.
  • Represent Vinik Sports Group professionally at all times.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

About the company

Vinik Sports Group oversees the Tampa Bay Lightning and owns the lease to Benchmark International Arena in downtown Tampa, and also manages the Yuengling Center at the University of South Florida via TBSE. It runs the team and venues, handling operations, branding, and renovations, including a private upgrade of the publicly owned arena, and works with private partners like Benchmark International and Arctos. The group differentiates itself by combining franchise ownership with venue management and a network of private investors to grow both on-ice performance and facility value. Its goal is to sustain competitive success for the Lightning while maximizing long-term value of the venues through efficient operations and strategic partnerships.

Company Size

201-500

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Tampa, Florida

Founded

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What believers are saying

  • Cabot Club opened September 2026, adding premium inventory and higher-margin hospitality.
  • Benchmark International Arena booked Jonas Brothers, RUSH, and Lightning dates through November 2026.
  • The 2025 naming deal and 2026 renovations signal sponsors still fund the venue.

What critics are saying

  • Luckett v. Vinik Sports Group filed January 2026 alleges racial discrimination and retaliation.
  • Arena revenue depends on event attendance; any Lightning slump hits sponsorship and premium sales.
  • Jeff Vinik's platform relies on one franchise and one building, creating concentration risk.

What makes Vinik Sports Group unique

  • Jeff Vinik transformed the Lightning and arena since 2010, building premium demand.
  • Benchmark International Arena secured 2025 naming rights with community contributions and full rebranding.
  • Cabot Club deepens hospitality strategy through Cabot Citrus Farms and OVG partnerships.

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Benefits

  • Remote Work Options
  • Flexible Work Hours

Company News

Street Media LLC
Sep 28th, 2026
Cabot Club offers premium hospitality for NHL, concerts & live events.

Cabot Club offers premium hospitality for NHL, concerts & live events. September 28, 2026 By Staff Reports TAMPA - Vinik Sports Group announced the opening of the Cabot Club, a new hospitality destination at Benchmark International Arena. The nearly 8,500-square-foot space is the result of a multi-million-dollar renovation to elevate the guest experience for fans attending Tampa Bay Lightning games, concerts and other live events at the arena. The Cabot Club was developed through a new partnership with Cabot Citrus Farms, a golf and lifestyle resort, and Oak View Group, a hospitality provider. "Together, we've created a destination that combines exceptional service, culinary excellence and exclusive amenities designed to create a truly memorable experience for our guests," said Steve Griggs, CEO of Vinik Sports Group. The reimagined club offers expanded seating, new food options,a private dining room and upgraded technology. "We're always looking for ways to elevate the experience for our fans and guests and build on the energy and momentum happening around Benchmark International Arena and throughout the Water Street district," Griggs said. "As the neighborhood continues to evolve, we're committed to ensuring the arena evolves with it, and we're proud to partner with Cabot and OVG Hospitality to bring this vision to life."

PR Newswire
Sep 25th, 2025
Tampa Bay Lightning Launches New DTC Streaming Service with ViewLift

The venue opened in 1996 and became Benchmark International Arena in August 2025 when the global mergers and acquisitions firm, Benchmark International, partnered with Vinik and the Lightning.

WrestleTalk
Mar 7th, 2025
Two WWE Specials Announced For Memorial Day Weekend

"March 7, 2025 - WWE in partnership with the Tampa Bay Sports Commission and Vinik Sports Group, today announced a Memorial Day weekend takeover of the Yuengling Center in Tampa, Florida, with four consecutive events beginning Saturday, May 24.