Chief Engineer

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.

Reporting to the General Manager of Theatre and Operations, the Chief Engineer will be responsible for overseeing all engineering and technical operations, including the maintenance of HVAC and refrigeration systems, while ensuring those systems function smoothly and safely at Hamilton Arena, FirstOntario Concert Hall and The Studio. 

This role pays an annual salary of $100,000-$125,000 CAD and is bonus eligible

Benefits for Full-Time roles: Health, Dental and Vision Insurance, Pension matching, and Paid Time Off (vacation days, sick days, and 11 holidays).

This position will remain open until November 28, 2025.

• Maintain and repair building equipment in a professional responsible manner
• Perform in-house repairs, when feasible
• Keep accurate maintenance, inspection and repair records
• Inspects systems throughout facility to detect malfunction or breakdowns.
• Investigates malfunctions or breakdown of systems to diagnose causes and locate the source of the problem.
• Anticipates potential malfunctions or breakdowns and takes appropriate action to prevent or minimize the use of services.
• Operates and maintains the refrigeration and heating systems of the facilities.
• Assume management responsibility for all services and activities involved in the maintenance and operations of the HVAC, mechanical, chillers, refrigeration, boilers and associated equipment.
• Perform ice rink preparation and maintenance while maintaining a high-quality ice sheet for hockey practices and games.
• Oversee work performed by outside contractors on the building, its physical systems or its equipment.
• Responsible for CMMS Program and work orders as well as the development and execution of a preventive maintenance program facility wide.
• Follow the preventive maintenance program, energy management program and standard operations procedures for all machinery and equipment.
• Plan, direct, coordinate, and review the work plan for facility maintenance and operations; meet with Operations staff and or 3rd party Contractors to identify and resolve problems; assign work activities, projects and programs; monitor workflow; review and evaluate work products, methods and procedures.
• Participate in the development and administration of the Operations and Capital budgets; forecast of additional funds needed for equipment, materials, and supplies; monitor and approve expenditures; implement adjustments as necessary.
• Assist with the set-up of events; coordinate facility arrangements with concessionaires and vendors; direct and monitor the work of contractors, engineers, and architects on building projects.
• Maintain hazardous materials communication program, material safety data sheets and required records and permits; maintain knowledge of changes in pertinent Federal, Provincial and Local regulations.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned

• "B" Class Operator Certificate as granted by the Ontario TSSA with specialized training in the building maintenance of HVAC or related building systems.
• Minimum of 4-5 years experience in maintenance and repair of HVAC or related building systems, and knowledge of Ice refrigeration.
• 3-5 years' experience in ice installation and ice maintenance (ORFA Certified Ice Technician designation) is preferred
• Prior experience in a Sports and Entertainment Venue is preferred.
• An understanding of supervisory principles associated with training casual staff as necessary.
• Knowledge of Office, Ice Plant, CMMS and BAS software systems
• A demonstrated understanding of and the ability to maintain the building's environmental & mechanical systems.
• Must be able to work flexible schedule including early mornings, evenings, weekends, holidays and extended number of consecutive days to maintain the building and its physical / climate control systems, including the Refrigeration Plant
• Familiarity with OSHA, TSSA and WSIB requirements.
• Knowledge of boilers, chillers, refrigeration and ice making is required.
• Demonstrate knowledge in operational procedures, facility capabilities, industry terminology, event-related services, and technical requirements for the types of events anticipated at the facility.
• Knowledge in a hockey facility includes a demonstrated knowledge of NHL/AHL standard rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Understanding of operational characteristics of events, fire and public safety regulations
• Self-motivated with excellent interpersonal and communications skills and the ability to function and make management decisions in a fast-paced high-pressure environment with strong attention to detail and organization.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team including Unions.
• Possession of a valid driver's license in Ontario is preferred.
• Occasional travel may be required

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.