Maintenance Technician | Part-Time | Iowa Events Center
Oak View Group - Part Time
Des Moines · IA
Maintenance · Engineering · Facility/Venue Management
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Overview
The Maintenance Technician position is responsible for various equipment and facility maintenance needs. This position will assist in a variety of non-skilled duties as operations and events require. Accountable to the Lead Engineer, Asst Chief Engineer, Chief Engineer.
This role pays an hourly rate of $22.00 (per CBA).
Benefits as per the union agreement.
This position will remain open until August 21, 2026.
Responsibilities
- Responsible for event engineering needs such as, but not limited to, event set-ups & changeovers, laying power, unlocking doors, listening, and responding appropriately to radio calls for engineering assistance.
- Performs maintenance and repair of facility doors, hardware, millwork, seats, furniture, rails, staging, fixtures, and associated equipment.
- Under general direction, performs maintenance and repair of facility equipment, auxiliary systems, and minor electrical and plumbing repairs.
- Participates in routine preventative maintenance on equipment; oils and lubricates fans, motors, pumps, and generators; and cleans screens, strainers, burners, and automatic controls as directed.
- Accurately and timely performs tasks to ensure the highest level of efficiency in the operation, returning equipment to operational status as directed.
- Responsible for tracking daily performance and completed tasks through the MicroMain web-based system.
- Effective and timely communication with management and team members, including arrival, location, and departure; communicating work issues and building needs; escalating issues to management as required.
- Learn OVG safety policies/procedures, along with local, state, federal, and OSHA guidelines.
- Inspects, repairs, and replaces defective parts & equipment as directed.
- Timely reports unsafe or malfunctioning equipment/conditions.
- Read and execute complex documents such as shop drawings, manufacturer’s specifications, blueprints, and other reference materials to determine appropriate job requirements and procedures.
- Liaison between Engineering Dept and Operations team members to facilitate projects or use specialized engineering tools.
- Organize, inventory, and maintain various engineering tools including, but not limited to, meters, test instruments, drills, saws, and other power & hand tools.
- Responds to building emergencies, emergency repairs, and outages as directed.
- Participate in ongoing technical, safety, and operational training programs as required.
- Maintains professional working relationships with all internal and external clients.
- Work on-site, maintain excellent attendance, and contribute to a safe & healthy work environment.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Demonstrated experience in general facility maintenance and repair of building systems and equipment.
- Demonstrated knowledge of tools and equipment used in maintaining facilities and equipment repairs.
- Basic computer experience, including the ability to accurately fill out web forms and check & respond to email.
- Familiarity with computerized maintenance systems preferred.
- Strong attention to detail and required specifications.
- Ability to effectively work independently and as part of a team.
- Basic knowledge or ability to learn company/local/state/federal safety standards requirements.
- Willingness and a ‘can-do' attitude to jump in and assist with a variety of tasks and projects as required.
- Willingness to report for emergencies as able/required.
- Ability to work a varied schedule, including long hours, nights, weekends, and holidays.