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 Assistant Chief Engineer is responsible for the preparation and maintenance of the ice surface, and operation of the refrigeration system. As well as to assist the Chief Engineer with the automated building controls, HVAC, electrical systems, preventative maintenance programs, and general building repairs. Duties include, but are not limited to, the repair of machinery, performing preventive maintenance of HVAC, boiler systems, general equipment which includes plumbing, electrical and refrigeration systems. The Assistant Chief Engineer assists the Chief Engineer in providing overall administrative planning, direction, execute safety policies and procedures assuring the highest quality service program to ensure a professional level hockey arena.

This role pays an hourly rate of $45.00-$50.00 CAD

Benefits for Part-Time roles: Pension matching

This position will remain open until January 9, 2026.

• Maintain and repair building equipment in a professional responsible manner.
• Perform in-house repairs, when feasible.
• Keep accurate maintenance, inspection and repair records.
• Perform ice rink preparation and maintenance. Maintain a high-quality ice sheet for team practices and games.
• Assist in the operation, inspection, and adjustment of the refrigeration plant operation. Including start-up and shut-down of plant and related equipment.
• Train part time staff by providing or coordinating staff training. Work with employees to correct deficiencies, implement discipline and termination procedures.
• 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.
• Assist with strategic planning for building improvements and upkeep and developing yearly capital improvements.
• Assist with the set-up of events; coordinate facility arrangements with concessionaires and vendors. Direct and monitor the work of contractors, engineers, and architects on building projects.
• Order supplies and materials for maintenance programs within budget guidelines; receive and maintain supplies.
• Maintain hazardous materials communication program, material safety data sheets and required records and permits. Maintain knowledge of changes in pertinent National, Provincial and Local regulations.
• Develop and maintain an accurate record keeping system including inputting all data and PM’s into computerize maintenance management software.
• Responsible for operations of the refrigeration plant, HVAC and other related equipment in the absence of the Chief Engineer.
• Participate in all staff, production and manager meetings.
• Must complete weekly reports.
• Perform all of the duties outlined in a safe manner following established Facility Procedures, Occupational, Health & Safety Rules, and Violence in the Workplace policies and W.C.B. Regulations,
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
• Physical Demands & Work Environment:
• The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical demands:

While performing the essential functions of this position, employee will frequently stand and walk for long periods of time and climb stairs and/or ladders; use hands to handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. Employee will occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds. Employee will also use close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and adjust focus.

Work environment:

The essential functions of this position are performed both indoors and outdoors in the weather conditions prevalent at the time. The noise level in the work environments is usually moderate to loud.

• Minimum Refrigeration Operator, B or 4th  class refrigeration endorsement
• Experience in general maintenance & repair of HVAC or related building systems, and knowledge of ammonia refrigeration systems. 
• At least 5 years of experience in ice installation and ice maintenance, and operation and maintenance of ice resurfacing machines. (RFABC. Certified Ice Technician designation preferred)
• An understanding of supervisory principles associated with and training “casual” staff is necessary.
• A demonstrated understanding of building control systems and refrigeration systems.
• A demonstrated understanding of and the ability to maintain the building’s environmental, mechanical and electrical systems are essential.
• Work a flexible schedule, including early mornings, days, evenings, holidays, extended (long) workdays for an extended number of days as needed.
• Must be familiar with WorkSafe BC and Technical Safety BC regulations and requirements.

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.