Maintenance Technician

About OEG Sports & Entertainment

OEG Sports & Entertainment delivers North America’s leading sports and entertainment experiences to connect our fans to their passions. Located in the heart of the ICE District, OEG owns the 5-time Stanley Cup Champion Edmonton Oilers, the WHL’s three-time Memorial Cup Champion Edmonton Oil Kings, and the AHL’s Bakersfield Condors. OEG operates Rogers Place, North America’s premier and most technologically advanced sports and entertainment venue. The 18,647 seat, $480 million arena is among the most technologically enabled sports facilities in North America as well as the first LEED Silver-certified NHL Facility in Canada.

Our vision is to be a Global Leader in Sports & Entertainment. Together, we inspire our fans by connecting them to their passions, which is ours as well! We play hard as a team, and with devoted integrity towards our common purpose. We have commitments to innovation and growth, combined with performance excellence that ensures a fair return on investment. We develop our people to be leaders in our industry, and we invest in our communities. Through our world class talent, we strive to WIN. ON and OFF the ICE.

About the Role:

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for the maintenance of all aspects of Rogers Place. Reporting to the Director, Operations & Maintenance, the Maintenance Technician has responsibility for all routine repairs, improvements and preventive maintenance of the building, equipment, and systems. The ideal candidate is a hands-on professional capable of troubleshooting issues, performing repairs, and collaborating effectively.

Your Focus in this Role:

• Responsible for the execution of corrective and preventative maintenance work relating to:

• Painting
• Drywall
• Door Systems – Automatic and Manual
• Flooring
• Glazing
• Carpentry
• Plumbing (Basic)
• Electrical (Basic)
• Tiling
• Wall and Ceiling systems
• Building Envelope
• Arena Dasher Board Systems

• Create and update Computerized Maintenance Management System records to document work, including providing feedback to requestors as required.
• Utilize computer systems for record-keeping, work orders, and other job-related tasks.
• Manage purchasing within budgetary guidelines.
• Operate power tools safely and effectively.
• Maintain inventory of repair equipment and supplies.
• Support and direct contracted work as applicable.
• Investigate, analyze and resolve operational and maintenance issues.
• Other maintenance tasks as required.
• Available on “on-call” basis during off hours for emergency situations.

Who You Are:

• You’re a positive person with a customer-centric focus
• You’re a self-starter that is excited by autonomy and has a relentless drive to exceed expectations
• You’re open-minded and don’t mind adjusting on the fly
• You believe in a team-first mentality and you thrive in a collaborative, egoless environment
• You’re organized, have a keen eye for detail, and incredible time management skills
• You have a talent for building great working relationships at all levels within an organization

Education, Experience and Skills:

• High School Diploma/GED required
• Minimum 3 years’ of relevant maintenance experience
• Completion of relevant trade or technical certification is considered a strong asset.
• Painting and drywall experience is considered a strong asset.
• Experience in sports and entertainment venues preferred
• Expertise with operating a variety of equipment including hand and power tools is required.
• Familiarity with arena dasher systems considered an asset.
• Physically capable of lifting 50 pounds unassisted.
• Ability to cultivate strong relationships with a multitude of internal and external stakeholders.
• Work independently and as part of a team, requiring strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Able to effectively balance competing priorities and triage appropriately.
• Sound ability to work under pressure while maintaining a positive attitude.

What’s in it for you?

• 100% Employer Paid Benefits + RSP Matching Program
• Oilers, Oil Kings, and Live Entertainment Ticket Options
• Healthcare and Lifestyle Spending Account Options
• On-Site Parking and Transit Allowance
• On-Site Gym
• Beautiful Office Space located Downtown Edmonton within Rogers Place – with easy access to the LRT!
• Social Work Culture + Employee Events

Next Steps: Thank you for your interest in joining our team! Those moving forward in the process will be contacted by a member of our team.