Maintenance Technician Memorial Booth Stadium; University of Kansas Football Stadium

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.

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for effective preventative and planned maintenance of site assets as well as troubleshooting and repairing mechanical systems, including but not limited to HVAC, electrical, plumbing, refrigeration, and carpentry at our venue. This role pays an hourly rate of $30.00 to $34.00.

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 October 9, 2026.

David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium is the home of the University of Kansas Jayhawks football program and serves as a premier collegiate athletics and event venue on the University of Kansas campus in Lawrence, Kansas. Originally opened in 1921 as a memorial to KU students who lost their lives in World War I, the stadium is one of the oldest college football stadiums in the United States and the oldest west of the Mississippi River.

The facility is currently undergoing a multi-phase transformation that modernizes the stadium while preserving its historic significance. The renovated complex includes a new seating bowl, premium hospitality spaces, suites, club seating, enhanced concourses, upgraded restrooms and concessions, expanded football operations facilities, advanced audiovisual systems, and a conference center capable of hosting meetings, banquets, and special events year-round. The stadium functions as a multi-use facility supporting NCAA Division I football games, university events, conferences, community gatherings, and special events.

Building systems include modern HVAC equipment, electrical distribution systems, plumbing infrastructure, life-safety systems, elevators, building automation controls, commercial kitchen facilities, video boards, sports lighting, and premium guest-service amenities. Following renovation, the facility will remain a cornerstone of the University of Kansas campus and the larger Gateway District development, providing an enhanced game-day experience while serving as a year-round destination for athletics, business, entertainment, and community engagement.

• Perform routine maintenance, inspections, and repairs on stadium facilities, grounds, and equipment.
• Maintain plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and mechanical systems to ensure safe and efficient operation.
• Assist with event setup and teardown for football games, concerts, and special events.
• Conduct preventative maintenance to reduce equipment downtime and extend facility lifespan.
• Operate maintenance tools, power equipment, and facility vehicles safely and effectively.
• Respond promptly to maintenance requests, emergencies, and facility issues.
• Maintain cleanliness and appearance of concourses, seating areas, restrooms, locker rooms, and surrounding grounds.
• Assist with snow removal, landscaping, and seasonal maintenance activities.
• Follow safety procedures, building codes, and university regulations while performing maintenance tasks.
• Collaborate with facilities staff, contractors, and event personnel to ensure stadium readiness and guest satisfaction.

• High school diploma or GED required; technical school, trade school, or vocational training preferred.
• Minimum 3+ years of commercial, stadium, arena, university, hospital, or large-facility maintenance experience.
• Demonstrated experience troubleshooting and repairing HVAC systems, Electrical systems (120V–480V), Plumbing systems, Mechanical equipment, Building automation systems.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, equipment manuals, and work orders.
• Working knowledge of preventive and predictive maintenance programs.
• Experience operating hand tools, power tools, lifts, ladders, and maintenance equipment safely.
• Ability to perform routine carpentry, painting, drywall, and general facility repairs.
• Strong understanding of OSHA safety standards and lockout/tagout procedures.
• Proficient with computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS).
• Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record.
• Ability to work flexible schedules, including nights, weekends, holidays, athletic events, and emergency call-outs.

• Journeyman-level experience in HVAC, electrical, plumbing, or mechanical trades.
• EPA Universal Refrigerant Certification.
• HVAC certification or equivalent trade certification.
• Experience maintaining sports venues, stadiums, arenas, convention centers, or university…