Building Systems Technician | Part-Time | South Okanagan Events Centre

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. 

The Building Systems Technician performs duties associated with the maintenance and repair of the venue's 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, and plumbing at the venue. The employee has an opportunity to grow and progress with business and develop a career in facility maintenance.

This role pays an hourly rate of $19.00-$25.00 CAD

Benefits for Part-Time roles: Pension matching

This position will remain open until September 11, 2026.

• Assists with the overall daily operation and maintenance of the mechanical systems (HVAC, electrical, plumbing, etc.) at the South Okanagan Events Centre (SOEC), Okanagan Hockey Group Training Centre (OHGTC), Penticton Trade & Convention Centre (PTCC) and Memorial Arena (MA)
• Performs skilled and semi-skilled tasks in the maintenance of the facilities' mechanical equipment
• Assists with event and operational tasks as needed to help the overall success of the venues
• Troubleshoots necessary mechanical system repairs throughout the facility.
• Works effectively in a service-oriented environment subject to frequently changing priorities. 
• Establishes and maintains a cooperative working relationship with those contacted in the course of work, including staff, contractors, and facility users. 

• High school diploma (or equivalent)
• Specialized training and/or diploma in HVAC, Electrical 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
• Fork and Scissor Lift Certification 
• Operating knowledge of Microsoft Office software and 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
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Ability to lift and/or move heavy objects

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.