Electrician| Full-Time | UBS Arena

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
Electrician
supports the operation, maintenance, and installation of electrical systems throughout the arena and campus. Responsibilities include event power distribution, preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, repairs, and support of capital and operational projects. As a live entertainment venue operating year-round, this role supports concerts, sporting events, and building operations while ensuring electrical infrastructure remains reliable and operational.
This role pays an hourly rate of $64.25 (per CBA).
Benefits As Per The Union Agreement.
This position will remain open until November 13, 2026.
About The Venue
UBS Arena
at Belmont Park is a world-class venue developed in partnership with Oak View Group, the New York Islanders, and Sterling Project Development. Hosting over 150 major events annually, UBS Arena opened during the 2021–22 NHL season. This $1.5 billion project brings significant economic growth, including major infrastructure improvements, 10,000 construction jobs, and 3,000 permanent roles, 30 percent of which are reserved for local residents. The arena blends classic New York architecture with modern technology, set against the historic backdrop of Belmont Park.
Responsibilities
Event Operations:
Install and remove temporary feeder cables from arena electrical distribution panels.
Provide power distribution for concerts, sporting events, and special events.
Support back of house, dressing room, and catering power distribution.
Install outdoor event feeder cables and temporary power.
Activate concourse power for bars, merchandise locations, and sponsor activations.
Coordinate with touring electricians and production teams during load-ins and load-outs.
Building Operations & Maintenance
Perform preventative maintenance on electrical distribution systems, panels, transformers, and lighting.
Troubleshoot and repair electrical systems supporting HVAC equipment, motors, pumps, elevators, and building systems.
Maintain interior and exterior lighting throughout the arena, plaza, and parking areas.
Respond to service calls and electrical issues throughout the building.
Project Work
Support electrical installation for capital improvement projects and operational upgrades.
Install circuits, panels, and electrical infrastructure for new spaces, equipment, and tenant improvements.
Assist with equipment replacements, including motors, drives, and electrical components.
Support campus initiatives such as EV charging installations and infrastructure upgrades.
Work alongside contractors during project execution while assisting with in-house electrical work when feasible.
Qualifications
Journeyman Electrician certification.
Experience with commercial electrical systems; experience in large venues or event environments preferred.
Ability to install and manage temporary power distribution systems.
Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and schematics.
Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work nights, weekends, and events as required.
Ability to work collaboratively with engineers, other trades, contractors, and event production teams.
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.

Salary : $133,120