Lead Maintenance Technician | Part-Time | Palm Springs ...

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.The Lead Maintenance Technician oversees maintenance operations, supervises technicians, and ensures the historic theatre remains safe, functional, and visually appealing. This role coordinates scheduling, prioritizes tasks, and supports capital improvement efforts. Reports to the Operations Manager.This role pays an hourly rate of $28.00-$34.00Benefits for Part-Time roles: 401(k) Savings Plan and 401(k) matchingThis position will remain open until January 2, 2026.Our goal is to prepare this one-of-a-kind community facility for its “Next Act” by replacing or restoring most systems, installing new seats, sound, and lighting, adapting the structure to meet current ADA requirements, and providing the theatre with modern facilities needed to provide Palm Springs and the Valley with a venue accessible and affordable for everyone. Exciting new developments include:SAVE, RESTORE, REOPENWhen we began this project, our ‘slogan’ was “Help Save the Plaza Theatre” but now that the restoration is in progress, we’re focusing on the finish line, and are now saying “Help REOPEN the Plaza Theatre.”The restoration project is well underway. Woodcliff Construction of Los Angeles has been working on comprehensive renovation of the historic building since March, 2024. The restoration work will take approximately one year to complete, allowing the Plaza Theatre to open in late 2025.The Palm Springs Plaza Theatrewill once again become a major economic driver for the City, generating millions in economic activity by bringing hundreds of visitors and locals per week to the downtown to see quality entertainment. The Foundation has partnered with Oak View Group to bring diverse high-quality programming. When restored, the Plaza Theatre will be the only place available for the entire community to come together and utilize it as an affordable community venue showcasing diverse programming for all people, local youth organizations, promoting multicultural programming in film, music, live theater, education, comedy, and entertainment for all.Lead and assign daily tasks to the maintenance teamConduct facility inspections and develop maintenance schedulesPerform complex repairs and coordinate outside contractors as neededMaintain logs, safety checks, and compliance with building codesMentor junior staff and ensure high-quality work standardsAssist in planning and executing long-term upgrades and renovations4+ years of maintenance experience, including leadership rolesProficiency in electrical, HVAC, plumbing, and general building systemsStrong leadership, organizational, and communication skillsFamiliarity with OSHA safety standards and ADA complianceTechnical certifications (e.g., HVAC, electrical) preferredHigh school diploma or GED required; vocational training a plusAt 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 ourpeople, improves ourservice, and raises ourexcellence. 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.

Created: 2025-10-03