Engineer | Full Time | Rhode Island Convention Center
Oak View Group - Manager
Providence · RI
Engineering · Maintenance · Facility/Venue Management
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Overview
Under general supervision of the Engineering Manager, The Engineer will perform a variety of skilled and unskilled activities involved in the operation and maintenance of the facility’s mechanical and electrical systems and general operations.
This role will pay an hourly rate of $28.52 (per CBA).
Benefits as per union agreement.
This position will remain open until July 31, 2026.
Responsibilities
- Operate, monitor, repair, and maintain the facility’s audio-visual, environmental controls, emergency power, electrical, HVAC, plumbing, and lighting systems as required for the safe and efficient operation of the facility.
- Install, repair, and maintain plumbing systems, fixtures, piping equipment, and controls.
- Repair and rebuild various items such as motors, compressors, and ice machines.
- Follow the preventive maintenance program, energy management program, and standard operating procedures for all machinery and equipment.
- Perform repairs and maintenance tasks such as painting, wall repair, patching, re-lamping, and replacing ceiling tiles, filters, and belts as required.
- Record and log all work performed, complete work order slips, and compile all required reports in a timely and complete manner.
- Assist other Operation Department divisions to expedite event conversions as needed.
- Operate equipment such as light trucks, pallet jacks, forklifts, boom lifts, scissor lifts, scrubbing machines, or other light power-driven equipment.
- Promote a safe working environment for all employees by following the life safety and emergency program as needed.
- Read and interpret performance charts and control panels to evaluate the efficiency of each system.
- May occasionally enter areas where fumes, airborne particles, and toxic or caustic chemicals are present.
- Respond to routine, precautionary, and emergency alarms from building automation and life safety systems.
- Work extended and/or irregular hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.
- Properly use all equipment needed to perform required duties.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Understand the methods, principles, and practices required for the operation and maintenance of the mechanical and electrical systems.
- Be familiar with operational procedures, facility capabilities, industry terminology, event-related services, and technical requirements for the types of events anticipated at the facility.
- Know repair techniques in plumbing, electrical wiring, and ventilating systems to be able to assist or carry out repairs as needed.
- Understand door hardware, locks, key machines, door closers, etc.
- Possess any licenses, certificates, or training required by local, state, or national authorities for the operation of the equipment found in the facility.
- Read and comprehend blueprints, drawings, and other related materials.
- Follow and adhere to all safety precautions, building codes, rules, regulations, risk management, and emergency procedures.
- Must be able to lift and carry heavy objects as needed.
- Operate monitoring controls and a personal computer (light use) using Windows and Microsoft Office software.
- Operate standard office equipment, including the copier and fax machine.
- Follow oral and written instructions and communicate effectively with others in both oral and written form.
- Organize and prioritize work to meet deadlines.
- Work effectively under pressure and/or stringent schedule and produce accurate results.
- Work independently, exercising judgment and initiative.
- Maintain an effective working relationship with clients, employees, exhibitors, patrons, and others encountered in employment.
- Be licensed and insured to operate a motor vehicle in the United States.
- Previous experience using a forklift, pallet jack, boom lift, scissor lift, and or scrubbing machiens a plus.
- Remain flexible and adjust to situations as they occur.
- High school diploma or G.E.D. and three (3) years of full-time experience at a facility; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Must have Class II EPA certification.
- Some technical support school or advanced electrical or refrigeration courses are preferred.
- Preferred stationary licensing from Providence or ability to obtain.