Carpenter| Part-Time | Ryan Field at Northwestern University

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 game day Carpenter is responsible for performing carpentry, maintenance, repairs, and event-related installations to ensure the stadium is safe, functional, and operationally ready for all games and special events. This position supports stadium operations by constructing, installing, repairing, and maintaining various wooden structures, fixtures, and event setups. The ideal candidate is a skilled carpenter with experience working in large venues, stadiums, arenas, or other high-traffic facilities. This role requires flexibility, attention to detail, and the ability to respond quickly to maintenance needs in a fast-paced, live-event environment.

This role will pay an hourly rate of $65.00 - $71.00.

Benefits for Part-Time roles: 401(k) savings plan and 401(k) matching. 

This position will remain open until December 31, 2026.

The new Ryan Field will create a world-class home for Northwestern University Athletics and a best-in-the-nation football experience for fans and players and be a year-round asset for the community.

• Perform carpentry repairs and maintenance throughout the stadium before, during, and after events.
• Inspect and repair doors, hardware, locks, partitions, millwork, cabinetry, counters, railings, and seating components.
• Assist with the setup, modification, and dismantling of temporary event structures, stages, platforms, barricades, and displays.
• Construct, repair, and install event-related fixtures, scenic elements, and temporary structures.
• Support game day conversions and event changeovers as required.
• Perform preventative maintenance on wood, metal, laminate, and composite building components.
• Repair damaged walls, trim, flooring, ceilings, furnishings, and other facility assets.
• Install and maintain stadium signage, wayfinding elements, sponsor displays, and branding materials.
• Coordinate with operations staff, event production teams, contractors, and vendors to support event requirements.
• Operate hand tools, power tools, ladders, lifts, and other maintenance equipment safely.
• Respond quickly to facility-related maintenance issues that may impact guests, tenants, athletes, performers, or staff.
• Maintain work areas, shops, storage spaces, and equipment in a clean and organized condition.
• Follow all safety procedures, building regulations, and stadium policies.
• Complete work orders and maintain accurate records of repairs and maintenance activities.
• Assist other facility maintenance trades during large events and emergency situations as needed.

• High school diploma or GED is required. Vocational training, apprenticeship, or trade certification in carpentry or construction is preferred.
• 2+ years of commercial carpentry, facility maintenance, construction, or related experience.
• Experience in stadiums, arenas, convention centers, theaters, entertainment venues, hotels, or large public facilities is preferred.

Licenses and Certifications

• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification is preferred.
• Forklift, aerial lift, or scissor lift certification is preferred.
• CPR and First Aid certification is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of carpentry methods, construction materials, and repair techniques.
• Ability to read blueprints, drawings, schematics, and construction plans.
• Proficiency in the use of hand tools, power tools, and woodworking equipment.
• Knowledge of safety procedures related to carpentry and construction work.
• Ability to perform quality repairs in a fast-paced event environment.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and respond effectively to urgent requests.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

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.