Controls Engineer Part Time Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Oak View Group (OVG) is the global leader in premium live entertainment infrastructure and services, with a platform spanning venue development and end-to-end capabilities across venue management, hospitality, and sponsorship sales. Founded in 2015, the company serves a collection of seven world-class owned venues and a client roster of the most iconic arenas, stadiums, convention centers, music festivals, performing arts centers, and cultural institutions, spanning four continents. 

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 a hour rate of $25.52 to $28.52. 

Benefits for Part-Time roles: 401(k) Savings Plan and 401(k) matching

This position will remain open until July 3, 2026.

Conveniently located in the heart of downtown Providence, the Rhode Island Convention Center (RICC) is within walking distance to restaurants, hotels, shops, art galleries, night clubs, museums and more. We offer 100,000 square feet of exhibition space, 20,000 square feet of ballroom space, 23 meeting rooms, and 30,000 square feet of pre-function space.  

• 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 and 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, 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 monitoring controls and a personal computer (light use) using Windows and Microsoft Office software. 
• Operate standard office equipment including copier and fax machine.
• 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. 
• Maintain an effective working relationship with clients, employees, exhibitors, patrons and others encountered in employment. 
• Organize and prioritize work to meet deadlines. 
• Follow oral and written instructions and communicate effectively with others in both oral and written form. 
• Properly use all equipment needed to perform required duties. 
• Follow and adhere to all safety precautions, building codes, rules, regulations, risk management and emergency procedures. 
• Other duties as assigned. 

• High school diploma or G.E.D. and 2-3+ years full-time experience at a facility; or equivalent combination of education and experience. 
• Must have Class II EPA Certification. 
• Some technical support school or advanced electrical or refrigeration courses preferred.   
• Preferred stationary licensing from Providence or ability to obtain. 
• 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 machine, 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. 
• Ability to read and comprehend blueprints, drawings and other related materials. 
• Able to lift and carry heavy objects repeatedly.  
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and/or stringent schedule and produce accurate results.   
• Able to work independently, exercising judgment and initiative. 

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.