HVAC Engineer | 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 HVAC Technician is responsible for supporting the operation, monitoring, and maintenance of the stadium's heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and building automation systems during sporting events, concerts, and special events. This position helps ensure a comfortable, safe, and energy-efficient environment for guests, athletes, performers, premium suite holders, tenants, and staff. The HVAC Technician responds to HVAC-related issues, monitors system performance, and assists in maintaining uninterrupted facility operations throughout all events.

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.

• Monitor and operate stadium HVAC systems before, during, and after events.
• Perform pre-event inspections of air handling units, chillers, boilers, cooling towers, exhaust fans, pumps, and related equipment.
• Monitor building automation systems (BAS) and adjust temperature settings as needed to maintain occupant comfort.
• Respond promptly to HVAC service requests and equipment malfunctions during events.
• Troubleshoot heating, cooling, ventilation, and airflow issues throughout the facility.
• Support operation of HVAC systems serving concourses, suites, clubs, locker rooms, offices, kitchens, concession areas, and event spaces.
• Assist with preventative maintenance on HVAC equipment and controls.
• Monitor refrigerant systems and ensure compliance with environmental and safety regulations.
• Coordinate with facility operations staff, contractors, vendors, and event personnel regarding HVAC needs.
• Maintain proper indoor air quality and ventilation throughout occupied areas.
• Support temporary HVAC requirements for special events, productions, and concerts.
• Document service calls, repairs, inspections, and operational logs.
• Assist with emergency response efforts related to HVAC failures, temperature control issues, or equipment shutdowns.
• Ensure all work complies with applicable safety standards, environmental regulations, and facility policies.
• Maintain tools, equipment, and mechanical spaces in a clean and organized condition.

• High school diploma or GED is required. Technical training or vocational certification in HVAC, refrigeration, or mechanical systems is preferred.
• 2+ years of commercial, industrial, or facility HVAC experience.
• Experience in stadiums, arenas, convention centers, entertainment venues, hotels, hospitals, or other large public facilities is preferred.

Licenses and Certifications

• EPA Section 608 Refrigerant Certification required or obtainable within a specified timeframe.
• HVAC Technician Certification is preferred.
• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification is preferred.
• CPR and First Aid certification is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of commercial HVAC systems and mechanical equipment.
• Familiarity with building automation systems (BAS) and digital controls.
• Ability to troubleshoot electrical, mechanical, and control system issues.
• Knowledge of chillers, boilers, pumps, cooling towers, rooftop units, and air handling equipment.
• Understanding of HVAC safety standards and refrigerant handling procedures.
• Ability to read mechanical drawings, blueprints, and schematics.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced event environment.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

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.