Facilities HVAC Technician | Full-Time | University of Houston Athletics (Houston)

Oak View Group

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.

Position Summary

Under the supervision of the Director of Maintenance, the Facilities HVAC Technician is responsible for maintenance, repairs, and optimization of HVAC systems to ensure a comfortable and safe environment for all staff, events, and guests. The ideal candidate will have at least 3-5 years of experience in HVAC work and have a strong understanding of building management systems and HVAC controls.

This position will support the University of Houston Athletics department's goal of providing operational excellence through consistent, cost effective, and reliable maintenance and service. This position performs work which involves troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining HVAC systems and equipment in buildings utilized by the Athletics Department, student-athletes, donors, and the public. Core responsibilities include exemplary customer service to internal and external constituents by performing maintenance of HVAC systems and other related equipment that support athletics events in the department's venues.

This role pays an hourly rate of $31.25-$38.46.

Benefits for full-time roles include health, dental and vision insurance, 401(k) savings plan, 401(k) matching, and paid time off (vacation days, sick days, and 11 holidays).

This position will remain open until October 10, 2025.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine inspections and preventive maintenance on HVAC systems, including heating, ventilation, and air conditioning units.
• Operate and maintain computerized HVAC equipment.
• Assist in all services and activities involved in the maintenance of the facility including HVAC, electrical, mechanical, and plumbing equipment.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose system malfunctions and implement effective repair solutions.
• Monitor and control climate conditions throughout the athletic complexes, adjusting settings as necessary to maintain optimal performance.
• Collaborate with the facilities team to coordinate HVAC services related to scheduled events, ensuring all systems are operational before, during, and after all events.
• Work in conjunction with the electrical department on fire alarm system and energy management programs; perform maintenance on HVAC with electrician as required.
• Ability to work with and evaluate outside service contractors.
• Monitor chemical treatment to cooling towers and chillers.
• Maintain accurate records and logs of repairs, maintenance schedules, and inventory of HVAC supplies.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and standards, maintaining a safe work environment.
• Respond promptly to emergency HVAC repair needs and unexpected system failures.
• Assist in upgrading and installing new HVAC systems as required.
• Inspect and monitor internal systems and physical plant equipment as required.
• Maintain effective working relationships with clients, employees, exhibitors, patrons, and others encountered during employment.
• Serve as a team representative for the athletic complexes when scheduled as lead for assigned events.
• Work a flexible schedule, including early mornings, days, evenings, holidays, and extended (long) workdays for an extended number of days as needed.
• Frequent bending, carrying, moving, climbing, working from various heights, lifting 50+ pounds, sitting, exposure to moderate loud noises, and extensive walking through the building.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

The individual must possess the following knowledge, skills and abilities and be able to explain and demonstrate that he or she can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, using some other combination of skills and abilities :

Strengthened by Our Differences. United to Make a Difference

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.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.