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.

Under the supervision of the Maintenance Manager, Director of Operations, or Maintenance Technicians, Maintenance Laborers are 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.

This is a part-time, as needed position, with no minimum number of hours guaranteed.

Work schedules are determined by event activity on an as needed basis.

This role will pay an hourly wage of $17.

For PT roles: Benefits: 401(k) savings plan and 401(k) matching.

job expires 9/31/2024

The Greater Richmond Convention Center is the largest meeting and exhibition venue in the Commonwealth of Virginia. With 178,158 square feet of contiguous exhibit space, a 30,550 square-foot Grand Ballroom and 50,000 square feet of additional meeting/banquet space, the GRCC is well-positioned to host a variety of events from small meetings to large trade shows and conventions. Situated along the I-95 corridor, the GRCC lies within a 500 mile radius of one half of the U.S. population. The Richmond Region is an affordable market in Central Virginia with the Blue Ridge Mountains to the north, the Atlantic Ocean to the south, Washington D.C. to the east and North Carolina to the west.

• Perform skilled and semi-skilled tasks in the maintenance of the facility and equipment
• Work from general instructions and specifications, with minimal supervision
• Operate a wide variety of equipment used in the maintenance of the facility such as saws, drills, torches, sanders, cutters, grinders, and other maintenance equipment
• Drive vans, pick-up trucks, forklifts, high-lifts, floor scrubbers, and other vehicles as required
• Grasp, hold, bend and twist a wide range of tools, equipment and materials
• Assist in installing and repairing electrical wiring, fixtures, and related equipment; mixing and matching paints, stains, and painting
• Assist in installing, maintaining, and repairing pipes, valves, faucets, sinks, and other plumbing facilities; repair and maintenance of the facility to include chairs, tables, doors, windows and other articles and fixtures
• Operate software-based tasks controlling the HVAC equipment and lighting controls for the center
• Assist in the operation, maintenance, and repair of HVAC equipment; repair and maintenance of various other tools and equipment
• Assist in the completion of preventative maintenance tasks on assigned equipment in the maintenance department
• Clean and organize work sites as directed
• Communicate clearly and concisely in the English language, both orally and in writing
• Establish and maintain cooperative-working relationships with those contacted in the course of work
• Perform other duties as required

• Must be 18 years of age or older
• High school diploma, or equivalent GED
• Must be available to work flexible hours and days including early morning, days, evenings, overnight, weekends and holidays
• Knowledge Of:
  • Proper use and maintenance of hand and power tools related to job functions
  • Applicable safety rules and procedures
  • Customer Service practices
• Ability To:
  
  • Work from general instructions and specifications, with minimal supervision
  • Work independently and as a part of a team
  • Perform general labor related tasks in a safe and efficient manner
  • Grasp, hold, bend and twist a wide range of tools, equipment and materials
  • Communicate clearly and concisely in the English language, both orally and in writing
  • Establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, contractors and facility users

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.

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.