Electrician | Full-Time | Palm Beach County Convention Center

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.

Under general direction performs journeyman-level electrician and lead worker duties related to the technical operation maintenance inspection troubleshooting and repair of electrical systems throughout the Palm Beach County Convention Center. Responsibilities include electrical generating equipment fire and smoke detection systems HVAC electrical components Building Automation Systems (BAS) and other auxiliary systems facility-wide.

In addition to electrical responsibilities this position performs a variety of general maintenance tasks as needed including basic plumbing painting carpentry trades support and groundskeeping. With support from Engineering management and staff this role provides leadership and direction to Engineering personnel assigned to electrical projects across all Convention Center buildings and event spaces.

This role pays an hourly rate of $27.00 to $30.00

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 April 10 2026.

• Clearly effectively and timely communicate work issues priorities and status updates with Engineering staff and management.
• Routinely test inspect and maintain emergency generators emergency lighting and associated life-safety systems in accordance with code and facility standards.
• Perform maintenance upgrades repairs and replacements of venue lighting fixtures throughout the Convention Center.
• Install operate and maintain show power and temporary electrical distribution systems for events exhibits and arena configurations.
• Maintain all electrical cords cables connectors and related equipment in safe serviceable condition.
• Ensure required clearances are maintained around electrical panels transformers switchgear and related infrastructure.
• Train and support the Engineering team on electrical requirements and best practices for events and venue operations.
• Provide excellent customer service to internal departments clients promoters vendors and external partners.
• Operate configure and program zones and groups; generate reports; and troubleshoot systems using Square D PowerLink / PowerLogic platforms.
• Repair install replace and test electrical circuits equipment fixtures and appliances using appropriate hand tools and testing instruments.
• Diagnose and isolate electrical defects in wiring switches motors and equipment using suitable testing devices.
• Inspect and test electrical system components to identify faults including blown fuses short circuits loose connections damaged wiring and worn components.
• Replace defective switches outlets plugs fuses insulators and other basic electrical components as required.
• Perform and/or oversee the installation operation and breakdown of electrical services for events and facility operations.
• Execute all duties with consideration for facility goals safety standards and energy conservation initiatives.
• Read and interpret blueprints schematics shop drawings specifications and manufacturer documentation to determine job requirements and procedures.
• Prepare and submit material requisitions necessary to complete assigned work.
• Plan and schedule work to ensure efficient and cost-effective use of labor tools and materials.
• Estimate material requirements and accurately document labor time and materials for work orders.
• Perform general facility maintenance tasks as needed including basic plumbing painting carpentry and groundskeeping.
• Safely operate maintenance equipment such as forklifts scissor lifts floor scrubbers and other facility support equipment.
• Establish and maintain effective cooperative working relationships with coworkers supervisors vendors and clients.
• Perform additional duties as required to support Convention Center operations.

• Must possess High School diploma GED or equivalent
• Completed 5 Year Electrical Apprentice school
• Licensed Journeyman Electrical; Master Electrician License highly desirable
• Demonstrated experience with maintenance and repair of electrical power generating equipment and auxiliary highly desirable.
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills
• Possession of or ability to obtain a valid drivers license
• Must be able to report for emergencies as needed
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely in the English language both orally and in writing
• Must have open availability to work long hours nights weekends and holidays.

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 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.