Maintenance Technician| TDECU Stadium

Oak View Group

Oak View Group is the global leader in venue development, management, and premium hospitality services for the live event industry. Offering an unmatched, 360-degree solution set for a collection of world-class owned venues and a client roster that includes the most influential, highest attended arenas, convention centers, music festivals, performing arts centers, and cultural institutions on the planet.

Position Summary

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for effective preventative and planned maintenance of site assets as well as troubleshooting and repairing mechanical systems including but not limited to HVAC, electrical, plumbing, refrigeration, and carpentry at our venues.

 

This role will pay an hourly rate between $17.50 to $19.

 

Benefits for PT roles: 401(k) savings plan and 401(k) matching.

 

This position will remain open until Sept 30, 2024

About the Venue

University of Houston Athletic Venues include TDECU Stadium (Football), Fertitta Center (Basketball and Volleyball), Schroeder Field (Beseball), Cougar Softball Stadium, The Carl LEwis International Pavilion (Soccer and Track) and other training and administrative support buildings that we maintain. make repairs, initiate upgrades and occasionaly changes to.  The UH Cougars are a Division 1 program competing in the Big 12 Conference and OVG 360 is responsible for the Maintenance and repair or all its facilities.  ``

Responsibilities

• Assume management responsibility for all services and activities involved in the maintenance and operations of the venue including HVAC, electrical, mechanical, plumbing, chillers, refrigeration, ice making, boilers and associated equipment.
• Plan, direct, coordinate, and review the work plan for facility maintenance and operations; meet with staff to identify and resolve problems; assign work activities, projects and programs; monitor work flow; review and evaluate work products, methods and procedures.
• Participate in the development and administration of the Operation budget; forecast and additional funds needed for equipment, materials, and supplies
• Perform maintenance on electrical systems (replace light bulbs and receptacles, etc.)
• Conduct general upkeep procedures (i.e. landscaping) and other tasks as assigned (painting, carpentry, etc.)
• Troubleshoot necessary repairs throughout facility concession stands on equipment including but not limited to sinks, ice machines, general repairs, etc.
• Able to operate a forklift
• Maintain knowledge of changes in pertinent Federal, State and Local regulations
• Assist with other event and operational tasks as needed to help the overall success of the building

 

Qualifications

• High school diploma (or equivalent) required
• Operating knowledge of Microsoft Office software, general computer understanding of basic IT functions
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Must have availability to work long hours, nights, weekends and holidays as needed
• Solid problem solving skills and ability to learn from repitition and doing things.
• Possession of Universal CFC license preferred
• Possession of Electrical License preferred

 

Strengthened by our Differences. United to Make a Difference

At OVG, we understand that to continue positively disrupting the sports and live entertainment industry, we need a diverse team to help us do it. We also believe that inclusivity drives innovation, strengthens our people, improves our service, and raises our excellence. Our success is rooted in creating environments that reflect and celebrate the diverse communities in which we operate and serve, and this is the reason we are committed to amplifying voices from all different backgrounds.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Oak View Group is committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally recognized basis (“protected class”) including, but not limited to veteran status, uniform service member status, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information or any other protected class under federal, state, or local law.