Engineer | Full-Time |SoFi Center - Oak View Group

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.

Overview:

Under general direction of the General Manager, the Engineer is responsible for the electrical and building maintenance, including, but not limited to, carpentry, plumbing, fire suppression, HVAC, refrigeration, door locks,  hardware, painting, and lighting at the SoFi Center – TGL Arena.  As the Engineer you will be responsible for ensuring the safe maintenance, repair or replacement of the Center’s infrastructure. Your role will also be responsible for driving continuous improvement of plant operations to enable an efficient operation and maintain a comfortable environment for everyone within the boundaries of the facility performs related work as required.

 

This role pays an hourly rate of $30 to $36.

 

Benefits for FT roles: Benefits: Health, Dental and Vision insurance, 401(k) savings plan, 401(k) matching, and paid time off (vacation days, sick days, and 12 holidays).

 

This position will remain open until December 31, 2024

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Responsibilities:

• Oversee overall management of services and activities involved in the maintenance and operations of the facility including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, construction trades, grounds keeping and capital projects
• Operates diesel powered electrical generator to provide emergency electrical power during power outages or curtailment
• Perform event related duties as assigned
• Participates in the operation, maintenance and repair of equipment, minor electrical and plumbing repairs to expedite the return of equipment or auxiliary systems to operational status
• Performs routine preventative maintenance on equipment and auxiliary systems; oils and lubricates fans, motors, pumps and generators, cleans screens, strainers, burners and automatic controls
• Clearly , effectively , and timely communicate work issues with staff
• Repairs water pumps, fans and motors and replaces defective parts in accordance with provisions of prescribed preventative maintenance.
• Provide excellent customer service assistance to internal and external clients
• Assist in establishing and monitoring work performance and safety standards. Conduct facility inspections.
• Ensure compliance with the facility’s maintenance standards and reporting requirements
• Assist in the development and administration of the facility budget; forecast additional funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials, and supplies; monitor and obtain approval for all maintenance related expenditures; receive and maintain supplies; make recommendations for, and implement approved budget adjustments as necessary
• Oversee the set-up of utility services for events
• Maintain cost records of work performed and prepare cost estimates as requested; prepare invoices for services rendered that are to be used in event settlement. Track, record and report labor allocations in all areas of functional responsibility
• Develop and maintain accountings for labor, materials and utilities by event and cost category
• Maintain hazardous materials communication program, material safety data sheets and required records and permits as required
• Assist in developing and maintaining Capital Improvement Project reports and recommendations for the facility
• Assist in administering maintenance and service contracts (i.e., HVAC, building automation, vertical transportation, foliage maintenance, fire systems, generators, etc.)
• Solicit and review cost estimates. Oversee and coordinate the work of outside vendors and contractors
• Order parts and supplies. Control and monitor departmental inventory of tools, supplies and equipment
• Responds to service calls and carries out necessary repairs.
• Diagnose malfunctioning systems, apparatus, and components, using test equipment and hand tools, to locate the cause of a breakdown and correct the problem.
• Adjusts, dismantles, repairs and assembles equipment.
• Assists with craft services such as refrigeration, plumbing, electrical, electronics, minor carpentry and painting.
• Responds to trouble and emergency situations and takes necessary precautions for the well-being and protection of property and occupants.
• Install electrical required for events and clients.
• Operates equipment including but not limited to scissor lift (if licensed), fork lift (if licensed), electrical equipment, power tools, and general tools.
• Conduct visual tours and inspections of machinery and equipment.
• Program, operate and maintain computerized HVAC, fire alarm, field equipment, and lighting systems.
• Schedule, maintain, and repair all SoFi Center wide exterior and interior lighting systems.
• Work with Operations Managers to maintain riding scrubber, vacuums, and other in­ house equipment. Keep accurate logs per unit.
• Inspect electrical systems, equipment, and components to identify hazards, defects, and the need for adjustment or repair, and to ensure compliance with codes.
• Assist in the major servicing of air conditioning and operates, cleans and performs minor servicing of air conditioning equipment.

Qualifications:

 

• Two (2) or more years of education and or full time work experience in the operation, maintenance and repair of, centralized air-conditioning or electrical power generating equipment and auxiliary systems
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely in the English language, both orally and in writing
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Must have availability to work long hours, nights, weekends and holidays as needed
• High school diploma (or equivalent) preferred
• Possession of a second-class, stationary engineer’s license strongly preferred
• Possession of Universal CFC license highly desirable
• Possession of a first-class, stationary engineer’s license is highly desirable

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.