Energy Team | Part-Time | Coachella Valley Firebirds

Oak View Group; Palm Desert (CA); In loco; USD 25.000 - 30.000; Part-time

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401(k) savings plan

401(k) matching

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Oak View Group's Coachella Valley Firebirds are seeking enthusiastic team members for the Energy Team during the 2026-27 season. You will help with in-game promotions, contests, and on-ice activities at Firebirds home games, engaging with fans and ensuring smooth event execution.

The role pays $20.00 per hour and is part-time. A 401(k) plan with employer matching is offered, and the position remains open until December 4, 2026.

Competenze

• Attention to detail and great organizational skills.
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong ability to work well with others in a team environment.
• Ability to work independently and see projects through completion.
• Strong communication skills.
• Skating is a plus, but NOT required.
• Ability to walk and/or stand for extended periods of time.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull heavy equipment.
• Ability to climb up and down stairs multiple times during a shift.
• Must be able to work a minimum of 80% of Firebirds' home games.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays as required.

Mansioni

• Working with the game director and manager on the preparation and organization of all entertainment aspects of the Firebirds’ home games.
• Assisting in execution of game night plans, mascot skits, and all contests/promotions on the ice and in the stands.
• Staging and maintenance of all in-game props and promotions.
• Organizing all game night set-up, including game night mapping, notes, walkthroughs, and other special event needs asrequired.
• Engage with fans during pre-game to bring in contestants and participation for in-game promotions and Zamboni rides.
• Assistsin inventory of all props and in-game fan giveaways.
• Other duties as assigned.

Conoscenze

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Communication

Independence

Organizational skills

Physical stamina

Flexibility

Schedule flexibility

Skating (nice-to-have)

Descrizione del lavoro

Oak View Group

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 Coachella Valley Firebirds are aiming to build the most entertaining environment in sports. We are looking for some enthusiastic, outgoing, and responsible folks to serve as members of the Firebirds Energy Team for the 202 6 -202 7 season. This position provides a great opportunity to interact with our fans while learning about the operations of a professional hockey team. These members will assist with in-game promotions, contests, on-ice performances, and other activities during each Firebirds home game.

This role will pay an hourly rate of $20.00

Benefits for Part-Time roles

• 401(k) savings plan and 401(k) matching.

This position will remain open until December 4, 2026.

About The Venue

Acrisure Arena is the premier sports and entertainment venue in the greater Palm Springs area, an 11,000+ seat building hosting the biggest artists and acts on the planet. The arena is home to the Coachella Valley Firebirds, an AHL affiliate of the Seattle Kraken, who reached the Calder Cup Finals in each of their first two seasons and have established one of the best game-night atmospheres in minor league hockey. Beginning in 2026-27, Acrisure Arena also becomes home to the Coachella Valley Lakers of the NBA G League, expanding the building's year-round sports calendar. We are building a championship organization that serves our fans, community, and business partners through exceptional sports and entertainment. Winning matters. Fans come first. Great teams achieve unimaginable results. And we honor the culture and diversity of the cities that make up the Coachella Valley.

Responsibilities

• Working with the game director and manager on the preparation and organization of all entertainment aspects of the Firebirds’ home games.
• Assisting in execution of game night plans, mascot skits, and all contests/promotions on the ice and in the stands.
• Staging and maintenance of all in-game props and promotions.
• Organizing all game night set-up, including game night mapping, notes, walkthroughs, and other special event needs asrequired.
• Engage with fans during pre-game to bring in contestants and participation for in-game promotions and Zamboni rides.
• Assistsin inventory of all props and in-game fan giveaways.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Attention to detail and great organizational skills.
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong ability to work well with others in a team environment.
• Ability to work independently and see projects through completion.
• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to skate is a plus, but NOT required.
• Ability to walk and/or stand for extended periods of time.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull heavy equipment.
• Ability to climb up and down stairs multiple times during a shift.
• Must be able to work a minimum of 80% of Firebirds' home games.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays as required.

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.