Engineer | Full-Time | Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center

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 general direction, the Engineer performs advanced journey level and leadwork duties in the technical operation, maintenance and repair of various HVAC/R, electrical, plumbing and auxiliary systems. Troubleshoot and diagnose a variety of MEP systems in a widely dispersed building.

This role pays an hourly rate of $35.50-$38.50

Benefits for Full-Time roles: 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 December 19, 2025.

About the Venue

The Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center Dallas (KBHCCD) is one of the largest convention centers in the nation. Every year it welcomes over a million visitors attending major national and international conventions, meetings, concerts, athletic competitions, auto shows, and more. Located in the heart of downtown Dallas, the KBHCCD has been and continues to be a fixture in the Dallas skyline offering 1 million square feet of exhibit space, three ballrooms, 88 meeting rooms, 1,750-seat theater, and a 9,816-seat arena. The award-winning facility is connected to a 1,001-room hotel via skybridge and is adjacent to two Vertiport landing pads.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair problems within the following HVAC/R equipment systems: Heating, ventilation, air conditioning systems and associated equipment such as VRF systems, multi-zone units, electrical controls, pneumatic controls, steam coils, chilled water systems, self-contained heating and cooling units, exhaust systems, pumps, air compressors, ductwork, cooling towers and other miscellaneous equipment.
• Ensure HVAC equipment is properly being planned for in regard to maintenance with projects planned between a month out and leading into the upcoming week prior to events and client using contracted spaces
• In conjunction with the HVAC Manager develop projects in advance ranging a week to a month at a time.
• In conjunction with the HVAC Manager, help diagnose equipment issues with the HVAC Technicians and help make repairs as needed
• Develop and maintain an accurate building supplies/ tools list related to HVAC equipment maintenance and ensure monthly checks for tools and condition of building supplies. Document checks are being done.
• Help oversee the BAS and limit the use of overrides and help identify sensor/control issues.
• Working with HVAC and Warehouse Manager develop and ordering parts ahead of time in anticipation of upcoming projects
• Ensure spaces are tested and physically confirm through weekly documentation of proper cooling/heating as needed in preparation for the next event
• Regularly monitor and adjust building automation controls to achieve optimum comfort and energy savings.
• Schedule and monitor building automation to include HVAC and lighting systems.
• Adhere to all related OSHA practices. Examples include, lock-out/tag-out, MSDS, confined entry, bloodborne pathogens, etc
• Understand how to reset different pieces of equipment. This includes, chillers, VFDs, air handlers, boilers
• Demonstrate knowledge of checking cooling tower hot decks and removing dirt and debris 
• Be able to clean strainers on different type of equipment. Examples, condenser, hot and chill water systems
• Operates and monitors equipment, which admits steam into each building from central distribution point, pressure reducing stations
• Inspects, dismantles, repairs, and reassembles equipment as directed.
• Completes tests for chemical control of boiler water, cooling water, and condensate.
• Troubleshoots, repairs and replaces general and laboratory exhaust fan systems
• Repairs or adjusts valves, piping connections, fittings, and couplings.
• Understand the function of VFD and how to control the hertz in terms of speeding and slowing down pumps
• Troubleshot and perform routine maintenance on heat exchangers
• Replace steam regulating pressure release valves
• Troubleshoot and perform maintenance on equipment actuators and other automatic control valves
• Know and understand low water and high-water cut-off safeties for boilers
• Demonstrate the ability to operate deaerator systems for steam applications
• Replace and repair 3-way valves, bi-pass valves, isolation valves
• Demonstrate the ability to blow down boilers and cooling towers each day
• Demonstrate the capability to setup chain fall systems to change strainers for chillers and condenser water pumps
• Be able to operate confidently aerial platforms and forklifts. This includes hanging diapers or tracing the different type of pipes throughout the facility
• Some brazing/soldering experience for preferred applications
• Knowledge of DDC and building automation systems
• Be able to replace different types of pipes. Example, copper, cast iron, stainless steel
• Clean-up and organize mechanical rooms, mezzanine, physical plants, and work shops
• Adress roof leaks, sprinkler, water leaks
• Know and understand equipment controllers such as jaces, and related and how to troubleshoot
• Demonstrate proficiency and understanding of low-voltage and how to interpret appropriate wiring diagrams
• Responsible for pump and motor alignments
• Understand the theory of testing and balancing in terms of water flow, pipe size, and air flow
• Know how to change flex-couplings on pumps and pipe connections
• Pipe fitting experience
• Troubleshoot and replace different type of dampers. Incudes, relief, outside air dampers.
• Be able to replace motors and pumps with bearings and seals
• Know and troubleshoot natural gas systems, regulator, and adjust the different pressures as needed

Qualifications

• High school diploma (or equivalent) required
• Minimum of 10-12 years of direct experience in commercial HVAC/R and control programs.
• Possession of a CT D-2 license or substitution of technical trade school and experience.
• OSHA 10 and 30 certifications
• Experience with computerized building automation systems.
• Operating knowledge of Microsoft Office software, general computers and understanding of basic IT function.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely in the English language, both verbally and in writing
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Must have availability to shift as your primary schedule nights, weekends and holidays as needed for events.
• Must be flexibility to adjust from time to time depending on emergencies and building needs.
• Solid problem solving skills
• Two (2) or more years of education and or full time work experience in the operation, maintenance and repair of steam generating boilers, centralized air-conditioning or electrical power generating equipment and auxiliary systems
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely in the English language, both orally and in writing
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

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.