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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.

Position Summary

Member of the operations Changeover Crew report directly to the Changeover Manager. The position is primarily responsible for the changeover in the arena and performing arts center from one event to another.  Additionally, a member of the Operations Changeover Crew may be involved in other aspects of building maintenance to include painting, trash disposal, exterior facility care, snow removal, furniture moving, etc. This responsibility requires physical labor and heavy lifting and therefore has lifting requirements. The Operations Changeover Crew is a vital component of the arena and performing arts center in responding to the needs of promoters and clients – a positive attitude and a positive appearance are essential.   

This role pays an hourly rate of $16.75

Benefits for Part-Time roles: 401(k) Savings Plan and 401(k) matching

EVERGREEN ROLE: Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis; there is no application deadline

Responsibilities

FUNCTIONS (including, but not limited to):

• Participate in all aspects of the conversion process for events.
• Setting-up and tearing down flooring, hockey glass, chairs, barricades, staging, tables, and other furnishings and equipment.  
• Responsible for the physical setup of all areas around the Arena including chairs, tables, staging, furnishings and equipment for sporting and live events
• Responding to promoter/clients’ needs as by the onsite building manager.
• Assist, when necessary, with pre/post event cleaning, but not limited to, sweeping, mopping, trash removal, vacuuming, spot cleaning, washing, carpet cleaning. 
• Meet the physical demands of this job, which include being able to get in and around the facility, bending, lifting, carrying, moving, climbing, working from various heights, and moderate to loud noises.  
• Work boots and gloves are required for all shifts.
• Maintain outside grounds including parking areas, entrances, and event plaza. 
• Snow removal of outside area is required.    
• Perform repairs and maintenance tasks as needed such as painting, patching, and other conversion related operational equipment.
• Maintain an effective working relationship with other departments, clients, and patrons encountered in the course of employment.   
• Work effectively under pressure and stringent schedule to produce accurate results.  
• Actively care for all arena equipment and property by storing, cleaning, and maintaining changeover equipment
• Respond and resolve set-up issues promptly as directed by fellow staff and management
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• To perform this job successfully, an individual must possess the ability to perform all essential duties and responsibilities in a satisfactory manner. 
• Ability to work under deadlines dictated by event schedules and project timetables.  
• Ability to work independently and as a team.  
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions and communicate effectively with others in both oral and written form.    
• Must be adaptable with the ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines.    
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule inclusive of weekends, nights and holidays required.  
• Meet the physical demands of this job, which include being able to get in and around the facility, bending, lifting, carrying, moving, climbing, working from various heights, and moderate to loud noises.  
• Must be able to lift 60 lbs.
• Reliable transportation and working contact information are required.
• Must be able to work in a manner that is safe and effective.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.

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.