Conversions Crew | Full-Time | University of Houston Athletics

Oak View Group; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 23,419 - 26,174; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental and Vision Insurance

401(k) Savings Plan

401(k) matching

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Oak View Group, a premier live entertainment partner, seeks a Conversions Crew member to oversee daily setup/teardown operations on the University of Houston campus. You will support scheduled events, maintain equipment, and assist other departments as needed to ensure efficient, safe event services.

The role requires operating gear like forklifts and high-lifts, following safety rules, and delivering excellent service while adapting to changing event needs.

Qualifications

• Venue conversion experience is a plus.
• Proper use and maintenance of hand and power tools.
• Knowledge of safety rules and customer service practices.
• Ability to work from general instructions with minimal supervision.
• Oversee duties and safe use of equipment.
• Service-oriented mindset with changing priorities.
• Clear and concise communication.
• Maintain effective working relationships with staff, vendors and users.
• Flexible schedule including early/late hours, weekends and holidays.
• Ability to follow written, oral, or diagram instructions.

Responsibilities

• Set/strike equipment according to floor plans for events.
• Move equipment between storage and event spaces.
• Review weekly assignments with the Conversions Manager.
• Provide excellent customer service to clients.
• Perform housekeeping/janitorial duties when needed.
• Follow preventative maintenance plans for cleanliness and safety.
• Operate equipment including forklift, high-lifts, vacuums and more.
• Read event specs and work from general instructions.
• Maintain safety and quality during operations.
• Work flexible schedules, including long workdays and holidays.
• Report equipment defects or facility damage promptly.

Skills

Venue conversion experience

Tool handling

Safety procedures

Customer service

Clear communication

General instructions & specs

Oversee duties & equipment

Adaptability to priorities

Team collaboration

Reliability & punctuality

Common sense for instructions

Tools

Forklift

High-lifts

Vacuum cleaners

Pressure washer

Job description

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.

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

Under direct supervision from the Conversions Manager, this Conversions Crew position will perform oversight of daily operations of assigned set-ups/teardowns and provide operational coverage for all scheduled events. The Conversions Crew's duties also include assisting other departments as needed and the maintenance and proper use of all operational equipment within and around the University of Houston campus.

This role pays an hourly rate of $17.00-$19.00

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 October 23, 2026.

About The Venue

This position will support the University of Houston Athletics Department’s goal of providing operational excellence through consistent, cost-effective, and reliable service. This position performs work that involves setup, teardown, and support of all associated areas defined by the Athletics Department.

Responsibilities

• Set / strike equipment (Bike racks, barricades, tables, chairs, staging/risers, pipe & drape, etc.) according to pre-determined floor plans for events in an efficient, timely, accurate and professional manner
• Set / strike to include the manual movement of equipment throughout the campus from storage areas to event spaces and back to storage
• Review weekly work assignments with the Conversions Manager
• Provide excellent customer service assistance to internal and external clients
• Perform customary Housekeeping / Janitorial duties when necessary
• Work with preventative maintenance plans created by the Conversions Manager to maintain cleanliness, appearance, and safety
• Operate an assortment of equipment, including forklift, high-lifts, vacuums, pressure washer and other vehicles as required
• Work from general instructions and specifications
• Read and interpret paperwork regarding event specifications
• Work a flexible schedule including early mornings, days, evenings, overnight, weekends, holidays, extended (long) workdays and extended numbers of days
• Report defective equipment, facility damage, areas of the campus requiring cleaning and incorrect or improper set-ups to supervisors in a timely manner

Qualifications

• Previous experience with venue conversion is a plus.
• Strong understanding of proper use and maintenance of hand and power tools related to job functions
• Strong understanding of applicable safety rules & procedures and Customer Service practices
• Ability to work from general instructions and specifications, with minimal to no supervision
• Able to oversee assigned duties and safe use of a wide variety of equipment
• Must work effectively in a service-oriented environment subject to frequently changing priorities
• Communicate clearly and concisely
• Able to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, contractors, vendors and facility users
• Ability to work various workdays and hours to meet business needs, including early/late hours, long days, weekends, and holidays. Must be reliable and punctual
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form

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.