Arena Event Setup Technician

Oak View Group; Hoffman Estates (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Savings Plan

401(k) matching

Job summary

Oak View Group in Hoffman Estates, IL is seeking an Operations Laborer to support event setup, changeover, teardown, and facility readiness at NOW Arena. You will set up stages, seating, tables, and related equipment, and help with day-of-event tasks while ensuring safety and accuracy.

This part-time, evergreen role requires flexibility to work nights, weekends, and holidays. The team emphasizes reliability, strong work ethic, and readiness to move heavy equipment, with benefits including a

Qualifications

• Willing to work flexible schedules based on events, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Capable of performing general labor including heavy lifting.
• Able to operate forklifts, sweepers, or other operational equipment.
• Excellent communication and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Set up and break down chairs, tables, seating, stages, and equipment.
• Install and arrange event seating according to client diagrams.
• Assist with stage setup and teardown for concerts and sports.
• Perform day-of-event tasks such as pipe and drape, bike rack, barricades.
• Set up furniture and maintain warehouses and storage areas.
• Complete routine facility maintenance and light checks.
• Work nights, weekends, and holidays as required.

Skills

Flexible schedule

Follow instructions

General labor

Forklift operation

Communication skills

Fast-paced work

Physical stamina

Job description

Oak View Group in Hoffman Estates, IL is seeking an Operations Laborer to support event setup, changeover, teardown, and facility readiness at NOW Arena. You will set up stages, seating, tables, and related equipment, and help with day-of-event tasks while ensuring safety and accuracy.

This part-time, evergreen role requires flexibility to work nights, weekends, and holidays. The team emphasizes reliability, strong work ethic, and readiness to move heavy equipment, with benefits including a