Oak View Group

Sports venue management, development, and investment

Maintenance Technician

Building & Property MaintenanceConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Part-timeHamilton, ON, CanadaCA$41.39 /hrIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
Three to five years of experience in a similar role is required.
Experience with oxy-acetylene torches is required.
Ability to solder copper for plumbing repairs is required.
Experience using woodshop power tools, including table saws, mitre saws, drill presses, sanders, reciprocating saws, and hand tools is required.
Ability to repair doors, hinges, and locks is required.
Ability to lift heavy objects and climb ladders is required.
Must be able to be fitted for respirator equipment and have significant experience with power and hand tools.
A valid driver's license and a good driving record are required.
Familiarity with OSHA requirements is required.
Ability to work independently and under minimal supervision is required.
Availability to work varied shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays, is required.

Responsibilities

Maintain, operate, and repair HVAC, mechanical and plumbing equipment, refrigeration systems, cooling towers, boilers, water pumps, and building control systems.
Complete daily equipment logs for ice machines, refrigerators, freezers, and other equipment, support proper operations, and make repairs when necessary.
Ensure all work complies with relevant codes and specifications.
Advise management when equipment presents a hazard or should not continue operating.
Follow safe and efficient work procedures.
Participate in event delivery; coordinate arrangements within the Operations department with contractors and clients; and monitor contractors' work on building projects.
Participate in facility maintenance and operations work planning; identify and resolve problems; monitor workflow; and review and evaluate work projects, methods, and procedures.
Track work and complete assigned work orders.
Operate rental vehicles as needed to pick up, transport, and move supplies and materials for venue operations and events.
Perform other tasks as assigned.

Desired Qualifications

Experience in a convention center, sports and entertainment, or hospitality environment is strongly preferred.
Experience in plumbing, building repair, and carpentry, with some knowledge of electrical systems, is strongly preferred.
Current certifications or tickets for skyjack, forklift, boom lift, and fall arrest are an asset.
Knowledge of fire control panels and wet and dry systems is an asset.

Oak View Group

Oak View Group (OVG) is the global leader in premium live entertainment infrastructure and services, with a platform spanning venue development and end-to-end capabilities across venue management, hospitality, and sponsorship sales. Founded in 2015, the company serves a collection of seven world-class owned venues and a client roster of the most iconic arenas, stadiums, convention centers, music festivals, performing arts centers, and cultural institutions, spanning four continents.

Position Summary

Hamilton Convention Centre is looking to add a Maintenance Technician person to join our team. This position will be part of the IUOE 772 Union, comprised of Maintenance and Electrician members, and will report to the Director of Operations for Hamilton Convention Centre. This position averages 24 hours per week.

This role pays an hourly rate of $41.39 CAD (per CBA).

Benefits as per the union agreement.

This position will remain open until December 31, 2026.

Responsibilities

Responsible for maintenance, operations, and repairs, including HVAC, mechanical and plumbing equipment, refrigeration equipment systems, cooling towers, boilers, water pumps, and building control systems.
Ensure daily equipment logs are completed for ice machines, refrigerators, freezers, and other equipment to support proper operations, and make repairs when necessary.
Ensure all work is completed in accordance with relevant codes and specifications.
Advise management when equipment presents a hazard or should not continue operating.
Ensure safe and efficient work procedures are followed.
Participate in the delivery of events; coordinate arrangements within the Operations department with contractors and clients; and monitor the work of contractors on building projects.
Participate in work planning for facility maintenance and operations; identify and resolve problems; monitor workflow; and review and evaluate work projects, methods, and procedures.
Track work and complete work orders as assigned.
Operate rental vehicles as needed to pick up, transport, and move supplies and materials for venue operations and events.
Perform other tasks as assigned.

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent required.
3–5 years’ experience in a similar role is required.
Experience within a convention center, sports and entertainment, or hospitality environment is strongly preferred.
Experience in plumbing, building repair, and carpentry work, with some knowledge of electrical systems strongly preferred.
Current, up-to-date tickets/certifications for skyjack, forklift, boom lift, and fall arrest are an asset.
Must possess a valid driver’s license and a good driving record.
Must have experience with oxy-acetylene torches.
Must be able to solder copper for plumbing repairs.
Must have experience using woodshop power tools, such as table saws, mitre saws, drill presses, sanders, reciprocating saws, and various hand tools.
Ability to repair doors, hinges, and locks is required.
Knowledge of fire control panels and wet and dry systems is an asset.
Ability to lift heavy objects and climb ladders is required.
Must be able to be fitted for respirator equipment and have significant experience with power and hand tools.
Familiarity with OSHA requirements.
Ability to work independently and under minimal supervision.
Must be available to work varied shifts as necessary, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

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.

About the Company

Oak View Group

Sports venue management, development, and investment

Oak View Group (OVG) is a global advisory, development, and investment company focused on sports and live entertainment venues. It manages and develops venues (for example, Climate Pledge Arena in Seattle), guiding projects from concept to completion and operating with a real estate-centric approach. Its work spans advising professional teams and venue owners, investing in entertainment projects, and overseeing facility development and event management. Unlike peers that specialize in a single service, OVG combines strategy, development, and investment under one umbrella to improve the overall operation and experience of venues worldwide. The company’s goal is to raise the standard of sports and live entertainment venues globally by delivering better-managed, higher-quality spaces and experiences for fans, teams, and partners.

Company size: 5,001-10,000
Company stage: Growth Equity (Venture Capital)
Total funding: $100M
Headquarters: Los Angeles, CA
Founded: 2015

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