Changeover Crew

Blue Cross Arena; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

Western New York Arena is seeking a Changeover Crew member to set up and take down furniture, staging, equipment, and supplies for events. The role includes cleaning, operating forklifts and other equipment, and assisting on various projects.

Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent, ability to lift 50 pounds, and the capacity to work evenings, weekends, and holidays. Equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience with changeovers or maintenance preferred.
• Ability to operate tools correctly and interpret instructions.

Responsibilities

• Set up, move and remove chairs, staging, and equipment.
• Perform cleaning duties such as sweeping and mopping.
• Operate forklifts and similar equipment.
• Handle tools properly and return to storage after use.
• Maintain professionalism and confidentiality.
• Communicate with Supervisor and assist in projects.
• Work outdoors in all weather and extended hours as needed.

Skills

Forklift operation

Manual handling

Reading instructions

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Power tools

Job description

Our Changeover Crew plays a key role in set up for live events at KeyBank Center. This role will set up and take down furniture, staging, equipment, supplies, and materials for a variety of events held at the arena.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Set up, move and remove chairs, risers, staging, sports equipment, tables, supplies, and equipment. Load and unload supplies and equipment.
• Perform a variety of cleaning functions, which includes sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, etc.
• Operate motorized equipment such as forklifts, auto-scrubbers, pallet jacks, Cushman carts, vacuums, trash compactor, and cardboard bailer.
• Properly handle tools and return tools to storage when tasks are completed.
• Be courteous and treat people with respect.
• Maintain strict confidentiality of all issues worked with.
• Assist in various project work as necessary.
• Maintain open communication with Supervisor at all times.
• Maintain a professional attitude and appearance at all times.
• Perform other duties and tasks as assigned or become evident.

Minimum Qualifications for the Position:

• A High School diploma or equivalent is required.
• Previous maintenance/changeover experience preferred.
• Must be able to properly operate tools.
• Must be able to interpret and carry outinstructions given in written, oral, or diagram form.
• Previous forklift experience preferred.

Work Environment & Physical Demands.

• Must be able to lift at least 50 pounds.
• Must be able to walk or stand for long periods of time.
• Must be able to work on irregular work surfaces, such as stages, ramps, lifts, ice, dirt, ladders, man lifts, or other surfaces.
• Must be able to move equipment and properly handle tools.
• Must be able to work outside in all types of weather.
• Treat guests in a kind and courteous manner;
• Respond to request for service and assistance;Follow policies, procedures, and instructions;
• Use time efficiently;

Compensation

This role pays $17.50 an hour. This is a part-time role and must have the flexibility to work extended hours, evenings, weekends and holidays.

Western New York Arena is an equal opportunity employer.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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