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.

The Building Systems Technician reports to the Building Systems Manager or Director of Operations. The Building Systems Technician performs duties associated with the maintenance and repair of the venues mechanical operating systems and 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 venue. The employee has an opportunity to grow and progress with business and develop a careeer in facility maintenance.

The Building Systems Technician will be working at all facilities at the South Okanagan Events Centre campus as needed.

This role pays an hourly rate of $18.00-$25.00 CAD

Benefits for Part-Time roles: Pension matching

This position will remain open until August 15, 2025.

• Assists with the overall daily operation and maintenance of the mechanical systems (HVAC, electrical, plumbing etc…) at the South Okanagan Events Centre, Okanagan Hockey Group Training Centre, Penticton Trade & Convention Centre and Memorial Arena
• Performs skilled and semi-skilled tasks in the maintenance of the facilities mechanical equipment
• Works from general instructions and specifications, with minimal supervision
• Maintains storage areas and equipment in designated areas in a neat and orderly manner 
• Operates a wide variety of equipment used in the maintenance of the facility including but not limited to high lifts, fork lifts, ladders, drills, torches, saws, grinders 
• Works effectively in a service oriented environment subject to frequently changing priorities 
• Establishs and maintains a cooperative working relationship with those contacted in the course of work including staff, contractors, and facility users 
• Works a flexible schedule including early mornings, days, evenings, overnight, weekends, holidays, extended (long) work days and extended number of days
• Conducts general upkeep procedures and other tasks as assigned (painting, carpentry, etc.)
• Troubleshoots necessary repairs throughout facility concession stands on equipment including but not limited to sinks, ice machines, general repairs, etc.
• Able to operate a forklift
• Assists with other event and operational tasks as needed to help the overall success of the building

• High school diploma (or equivalent) required
• Specialized training and/or diploma in HVAC maintenance or other related venue mechanical operating system(s) 
• Experience in general maintenance and repair of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, carpentry and other related venue mechanical systems 
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays
• Ability to function in fast-paced, constantly changing, high pressure environment
• Demonstrates attention to detail
• Operating knowledge of Microsoft Office software, general computer understanding of basic IT functions
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team 
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Familiarity with WorkSafe BC, BC Safety Authority and CSA standards and regulations as related to facilities 
• Knowledge of fire and public safety regulations
• Solid problem solving skills
• Employee is required to stand, walk, climb stairs and ladders; work from heights; sit; use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach within hands and arms; talk and hear
• Employee must be able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
• Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus
  

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.