Arena Events & Facilities Specialist

XU01 Xavier University; United States; On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Prescription coverage

Health savings accounts

Flexible spending accounts

Dependent care account

Life insurance

Long-term disability insurance

Retirement savings plans

Paid time off

Tuition remission

Job summary

Xavier University is seeking a full-time Operations Specialist to independently and collaboratively perform labor-intensive set-ups, re-sets, and conversions for arena events, athletic spaces, banquet room functions, and conference center use.

This event-driven role requires responsive handling of internal and external stakeholder requests, with front-line problem resolution during nights, weekends, and rotating shifts.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED, or Trade School certification required.
• Demonstrates maintenance and/or custodial skills.
• Valid Driver's License and proof of insurability by Xavier's insurance carrier.
• Ability to lift 75 pounds, climb ladders, and read/work from diagrams.

Responsibilities

• According to given specifications, perform and complete all event set‑ups, conversions, furniture moves, and normalized building re‑sets.
• Respond to and resolve all operations-related requests from internal stakeholders including all athletic teams and athletic department members.
• Respond to and resolve all operations related requests from external stakeholders, including catering, concessions, and cleaning contractor
• Identify and perform cleaning duties, as needed.
• Respond to and assist with any and all facility maintenance issues that arise.
• Evaluate and involve Physical Plant, Technical Services and/or cleaning contractor to resolve efficiently.
• Receive, store and distribute all event‑related deliveries of customer and stakeholder materials.
• Perform snow removal and seasonal support functions as needed.
• Keep records of work performed, time and material used and report same on proper documents.
• Wear appropriate personal protective equipment and follow all established safety practices and procedures.

Skills

Maintenance and custodial skills

Customer service orientation

Problem-solving abilities

Education

High School Diploma, GED, or Trade School certification

Job description

Xavier University is seeking a full-time Operations Specialist to independently and collaboratively perform labor-intensive set-ups, re-sets, and conversions for arena events, athletic spaces, banquet room functions, and conference center use.

This event-driven role requires responsive handling of internal and external stakeholder requests, with front-line problem resolution during nights, weekends, and rotating shifts.