Chief Engineer Port Wentworth Ice Cove

Oak View Group

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.

Chief Engineer position maintains all HVAC, Electrical, IT and structural aspects Port Wentworth Ice Cove and Amphitheater during events and non‑event days.

This role pays an annual salary of $65,000-$70,000

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 May 22, 2026.

Oak View Group has an exciting opening for a Chief Engineer for the new Port Wentworth Ice Coveand Amphitheater opening summer 2026. The Port Wentworth Amphitheater boasts a 4,500‑seat Amphitheater with luxury suites, club seating, and first‑rate food and beverage. The Port Wentworth Amphitheater will bolster entertainment in the Southeast by hosting must‑see national touring concerts, family shows, comedians, and more.

The Port Wentworth Ice Cove will host small skating events, youth hockey, college hockey, collegiate, amateur sporting events, and more.

• Performs preventative maintenance and repairs on all Port Wentworth Ice Cove and Amphitheater mechanical systems including, but not limited to building chillers, ice plant, pumps, boilers, air handlers, electrical systems, IT systems and all other building assets as needed.
• Overseeing part time engineering and operations staff members for facility maintenance and ice instillation.
• Assist leading full‑time staff members as needed with venue maintenance and capital improvement projects.
• Installing, maintaining, and repairing all Port Wentworth Ice Cove and Amphitheater mechanical systems.
• Reading technical diagrams and blueprints.
• Troubleshooting building systems using appropriate testing devices.
• Repairing and replacing equipment, plumbing equipment, electrical wiring, IT, and fixtures.
• As scheduled, assists in operating the Port Wentworth Ice Cove and Amphitheater during the event and non‑event modes as efficiently as possible.
• Maintains floor chiller, including daily readings, ice temperatures and fluid levels.
• Assist with Zamboni maintenance and ice maintenance during event and non‑event days.
• Operates and maintains equipment including, but not limited to, forklifts, ariel lifts, Zamboni, hand tools, power tools, etc.
• Maintain all aspects of the CMMS preventative maintenance and repair system.
• Assist as needed in maintenance, operations, engineering and coordination across all OVG Savannah properties including Enmarket Arena, Johnny Mercer Theatre and any future projects.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s/Technical degree from an accredited college/university/school required.
• 3-5 years’ experience in HVAC, electrical and IT.
• Must possess a demonstrated basic knowledge of methods, principles, and practices required for the operation, repair, and maintenance of all systems such as HVAC, plumbing, electrical, IT and mechanical codes.
• Minimum of 2-3 years’ experience supervising/training personnel.
• Preferred but not required to understand LEED Certified Buildings and take initiatives toward it.
• Knowledge in a hockey facility preferred, including ice instillation, Zamboni and ice edger. Possess a demonstrated knowledge of NHL/AHL/ECHL standard rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Must possess a demonstrated ability to read and comprehend blueprints, drawings, and other related materials.
• Must possess the ability to work effectively under pressure and stringent schedules and produce accurate results; must possess the ability to work independently and exercise proper judgment in routine matters.
• Must possess the ability to maintain an effective working relationship with clients, employees, exhibitors, guests, and others encountered in the course of employment.
• Self‑moti…