Electrician Full-Time Moody Center

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

Moody Center is seeking a skilled and experienced Electrician to maintain, repair, and install electrical systems throughout our venue. The ideal candidate will have multiple years of experience in electrical work, hold a Journeyman Electrician certification, and have a strong understanding of venue power systems and event-related electrical needs.

This role pays an hourly rate of $27.00-$30.00.

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 August 28, 2026.

About the Venue

At Moody Center in Austin, Texas, we are building a championship organization that serves our fans, community, and business partners through world-class sports, entertainment, and experiences. We believe our employees are our greatest assets. We strive to create a culture that empowers and inspires our employees to go above and beyond for our clients, patrons, and community.

Moody Center is Austin's new arena that gave the "Live Music Capital of the World" the world-class arena it deserves. Moody Center is a premier 15,000+ seat venue that hosts the biggest artists and acts on the planet. Designed specifically for concerts, the new arena is home to the University of Texas Women's and Men's basketball games, family shows, and other sporting and community events. Moody Center is the first of its kind in the industry with an unrivaled partnership between Oak View Group, Live Nation/C3 Presents, The University of Texas at Austin, and Minister of Culture, Matthew McConaughey. Moody Center has recently been named the Arena of the Year by Pollstar and by the Academy of Country Music.

We want you to join our team and create the most electric entertainment experience in the nation.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and repair electrical systems, wiring, and equipment throughout the arena.

• Complete work orders in a well-established preventative maintenance system for the facility and all equipment.

• Troubleshoot electrical issues during events to minimize disruptions and ensure seamless operations.

• Record and log all work performed, complete work orders, and compile all required reports in a timely and complete manner.

• Collaborate with facility management and external vendors on large-scale electrical projects and upgrades.

• Maintain electrical equipment and systems and make recommendations for maintenance.

• Maintain effective working relationships with clients, employees, exhibitors, patrons, and others encountered during employment.

• Operate company vehicles as needed to transport tools, equipment, and materials and to pick up supplies required for maintenance and electrical projects, in accordance with company driving and safety policies.

• Serve as team representative for the Moody Center when scheduled as lead for assigned events.

• Ensure all electrical work complies with local, state, and national electrical codes and safety regulations.

• Perform routine inspections and preventative maintenance on venue power distribution systems, generators, and backup power sources.

• Work a flexible schedule, including early mornings, days, evenings, holidays, and extended (long) workdays for an extended number of days as needed.

Qualifications

• 3-4+ years of hands-on electrical experience, preferably in large venues, stadiums, or event spaces, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Journeyman Electrician certification is highly preferred.
• Strong electrical systems, generators, lighting controls, and power distribution knowledge.
• Experience working with concerts or live event production power needs is a plus.
• Knowledge of and ability to use power tools and hand tools.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical drawings.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• You must hold a valid Driver's License.
• Understand the methods, principles, and practices required for operating and maintaining mechanical and electrical systems.
• Familiarity with general maintenance operational procedures, facility capabilities, industry terminology, event-related services, and technical requirements for anticipated events is preferred.
• Possess any licenses, certificates, or training required by local, state, or national authorities to operate the equipment found in the facility.
• Ability to follow and adhere to all safety precautions, building codes, rules, regulations, risk management, and emergency procedures.
• Ability to operate monitoring controls and a personal computer (light use) using the 24/7 Work Order System Windows and Microsoft Office software e-mail.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions and communicate effectively with others in both oral and written forms.
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule, inclusive of weekends, nights, and holidays required
• Minimal Travel ( required to travel. Trips may require air travel and/or an overnight stay away from home for one or more nights.

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.

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