Operations Laborer | Full-Time | Ovintiv Events Centre

Oak View Group; Dawson Creek; On-site; CAD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental and vision insurance

Pension matching

Paid time off

Job summary

Oak View Group is seeking an Operations Laborer in the Canadian Peace River region to support event setup, tear-downs and routine facility maintenance. The role includes painting, drywall repairs, housekeeping and line maintenance of grounds and equipment, with a focus on safety and efficient operation.

Responsibilities cover changeovers, equipment upkeep, and collaboration with engineers and other departments. An hourly pay rate of CAD 18.25–22.00 applies for this full-time position.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of facility setups and changeovers for events.
• Able to operate staging, AV, lighting, rigging and related gear.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Willing to work a flexible schedule including early mornings, evenings, weekends and holidays.
• Proficient with computers and basic software programs.
• Valid driver’s license and safety certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform arena maintenance including painting, drywall repairs, housekeeping and ground cleaning.
• Maintain and clean changeover equipment; ensure safe facility operations.
• Follow WHMIS, TDG and safety policies; document incidents as required.
• Assist with daily arena operations and system maintenance (HVAC, lighting, sound, life safety).
• Open/close procedures, equipment checks, snow removal, and facility cleaning.
• Coordinate with departments and engineers; manage inventory of supplies.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Organizational skills

Detail oriented

Flexible schedule

Computer skills

Team player

Driver's license

Tools

Staging equipment

AV equipment

Lighting equipment

Truss

Rigging

Power tools

Forklifts

Pallet jacks

Edgers

Job description

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.

Position Summary

The Operations Laborer will be responsible for the setup and tear down of events as well as performing facility maintenance tasks such as painting, drywall repairs, housekeeping, and other various tasks.

This role pays an hourly rate of $18.25 - $22.00 CAD

Benefits for Full‑Time roles: Health, Dental and Vision Insurance, Pension matching, and Paid Time Off (vacation days, sick days, and statutory holidays).

This position will remain open until November 6, 2026.

About The Venue

The Ovintiv Events Centre, operated by Oak View Group, is the premier event facility providing a wide range of sports and entertainment opportunities for the Alberta and British Columbia Peace Region.

Responsibilities

• Perform arena maintenance – Painting, Drywall repairs, Housekeeping, cleaning outside grounds, and various other tasks.
• Maintain and clean changeover equipment and areas.
• Adhere to all OVG policies and procedures, ensuring a safe facility.
• Perform all the duties outlined in a safe manner following established facility procedures, occupational health & safety rules, violence in the workplace policies, and W.C.B. regulations, i.e., WHMIS, T.D.G.
• Keep detailed inventory of facility supplies.
• Must communicate and work harmoniously with all other departments.
• Work closely with building engineers to ensure proper maintenance and performance of all equipment.
• Assists with overall daily operation and maintenance of the arena and all systems. This includes HVAC, sound, lighting, fire protection, life safety, workplace safety, communications, scoreboard, etc.
• Perform opening and closing procedures (unlocking/locking, daily checks, lights).
• Complete routine checks of equipment (i.e., forklifts, trucks, Zambonis, etc.).
• Maintain and clean the facility.
• Understand and use Microsoft Office, Micromain, and other required software.
• Recognize and respond quickly and effectively to all emergencies.
• Complete required paperwork for recordkeeping (i.e., incident reports)
• Ensure building entrances and exits and parking lots are clean, maintained, and free of snow and ice. (i.e., snow removal).
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• 1+ years working experience in facility setups and changeovers, including ice, conventions, concerts, trade shows, sporting events, etc.
• Working knowledge of operations equipment, including staging, audiovisual, lighting, truss, rigging, small equipment tools, pallet jacks, forklifts, edgers, etc.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills, detail‑oriented, with the ability to handle multiple assignments.
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule including early mornings, days, evenings, overnights, weekends, holidays, extended (long) workdays, and extended numbers of days.
• Ability to use a computer and learn various software programs.
• Ability to walk for extended periods of time
• Must have a valid WHIMIS ticket or be willing to obtain it within the first 3 months of employment.
• Must have a valid First Aid ticket and be trained in CPR and AEDs or be willing to obtain them in the first 3 months of employment.
• Must have a valid Refrigeration Safety Awareness certificate or higher or be willing to obtain one in the first 3 months of employment.
• Ability to use power tools in a safe manner.
• Must be able to work as part of a team.
• Valid driver's license.

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.