Event Crew Lead - PT Internal Only (Crypto.com Arena)

AEG Worldwide; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

AEG is seeking an Event Crew Lead for Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles. This on-site role coordinates arena setups, liaises with Operations Management, and leads on-site crew to meet daily objectives.

Responsibilities include coordinating set-ups, repairs, safety training, and clear communication with management. Union membership is required, and the position is fully onsite with nights and weekend hours as needed.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 2–4 years of related work experience.
• General knowledge of event related setups and breakdowns.
• Basic knowledge of hand tools.
• Basic computer skills with the ability to learn required business systems.
• Ability to understand verbal and written instructions in English.
• Must be able to climb stairs and ladders.
• Stand/walk for long periods and lift up to 25–100 pounds.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to multitask.
• Ability to work long irregular hours including nights, weekends and holidays.
• Must be willing to join Local 1877 Union.

Responsibilities

• Complete set-ups, breakdowns, and repairs including meeting rooms, seating, glass, ice maintenance, entrances and loading dock tasks.
• Act as lead in the absence of the supervisor and ensure team receives instructions for the day’s objectives.
• Communicate completion or pass down of event set-up, breakdowns or repairs to management.
• Inform management of any maintenance, damage, or equipment that needs repairs that staff comes across while completing regular duties.
• Attend mandatory training to ensure safety compliance such as proper lifting techniques and use of tools.
• Communicate to management during emergency situations for timely coordination of response efforts.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by management to support operations.

Skills

Event setup knowledge

Team leadership

English proficiency

Hand tools

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Hand tools

Job description

Event Crew Lead - PT Internal Only (Crypto.com Arena)

For more than 20 years, AEG has played a pivotal role in transforming sports and live entertainment. Annually, we host more than 160 million guests, promote more than 10,000 shows and present more than 22,000 events around the world. We are committed to innovation, artistry, and community, and leverage the power of our 300+ venues, leading sports franchises, marquee music brands, integrated entertainment districts, premier ticketing platform and global sponsorship activations, to create memorable moments that give the world reason to cheer.

Our business is interwoven with the human mind and heart, and we strive to build a diverse and inclusive company that reflects the artists, athletes, and fans that we host; reach beyond traditional boundaries to support the communities in which we operate; and minimize our impact on the environment by adopting sustainable practices throughout our business operations.

If you want to be challenged to up your game and make a difference, then join us in giving the world reason to cheer!

Crypto.com Arena has an unrivaled reputation for excellence, having established itself as one of the world’s busiest and most successful venues in the world. As the home of three professional sports franchises – the NBA's Los Angeles Lakers, the NHL's LA Kings and the WNBA's Los Angeles Sparks - Crypto.com Arena has proven to be a home court advantage for the local teams. The AEG owned and operated arena continues to distinguish itself as the host of major, high-profile events of national and international distinction including the 2004, 2011 & 2018 NBA All-Star Games, 2002 & 2017 NHL All-Star Games, 2000 Democratic National Convention, 2009 World Figure Skating Championships and 21 GRAMMY Awards shows. For a quarter of a century, Crypto.com Arena has been marked with performances and special events that brought international stature to the downtown Los Angeles venue including concerts headlined by Taylor Swift, Drake, Beyoncé, Prince, U2, Paul McCartney, Garth Brooks, Usher, Jay-Z, Keith Urban, Roger Waters, Britney Spears, Katy Perry, Ed Sheeran, Kendrick Lamar, Michael Bublé, Carrie Underwood and Justin Timberlake, as well as world championship boxing, family shows and other live events. Crypto.com Arena is not only a great venue for sports and entertainment, but it also holds a special place in the hearts of the local community. The arena has witnessed many historic moments, unforgettable performances, and become an iconic landmark in the region for the most popular and important events.

Job Summary:

The Event Crew Lead is responsible for carrying out tasks set by the Operations Management team for arena setups and events. The incumbent coordinates with the Operations Manager and Event Crew supervisor the daily objectives for the Event Crew staff.

Essential Functions:

• Complete set-ups, breakdowns, and repairs including: meeting rooms, seat repairs and removals, glass repair, ice maintenance, etc. Entrance set-ups and occasional loading dock tasks.
• Act as lead in the absence of the supervisor and ensure team receives instructions for the day’s objectives.
• Communicate completion or pass down of event set-up, breakdowns or repairs to management.
• Inform management of any maintenance, damage, or equipment that needs repairs that staff comes across while completing regular duties.
• Attend mandatory training to ensure safety compliance such as, proper lifting technique, use of tools, etc.
• Communicate to management team during emergency situations, ensuring timely and effective coordination of response efforts.
• Perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned by management to support operational and organizational objectives.

Required Qualifications:

• A minimum education level of: High School Diploma or its equivalency.
• A minimum of 2-4 years of related work experience.
• A general knowledge of event related setups and breakdowns.
• Basic knowledge of hand tools.
• Basic computer skills with the ability to learn required business systems.
• The ability to understand verbal and written instructions in English to perform tasks.
• Must be able to climb stairs and ladders.
• Must be able to stand/walk for long periods of time and have the ability to regularly lift or move up to 25 pounds, frequently lift or move up to 50 pounds, and occasionally lift or move up to 100 pounds.
• Strong organizational skills and proven experience.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize multiple projects.
• Ability to perform work in a safe and efficient manner.
• Ability to work well with fellow team members.Ability to work long irregular hours for an extended period of time as dictated by events and schedule (including nights, weekends and holidays).
• Must be willing to join Local 1877 Union.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Forklift certification is preferred
• Prior experience leading a team is preferred

Pay scale: $25.60

Bonus: This position is not eligible for a bonus under the current bonus plan requirements.

Benefits: Part-time: This position is not currently eligible for benefits.

AEG's policy is to hire the most qualified applicants, and we comply with all applicable federal, state and local employment laws in making hiring and employee decisions. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of race, color, marital status, disability, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, veteran status, or any other legally protected status recognized by applicable federal, state or local law.

AEG reserves the right to change or modify the employee’s job description whether orally or in writing, at any time during the employment relationship. AEG may require an employee to perform duties outside his/her normal description.

Employer does not offer work visa sponsorship for this position.

This Employer is subject to the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO) (LAMC 189.00)

This role is designated as fully onsite five days per week. For certain venue-based roles, additional onsite days may be required based on operational needs. Do you acknowledge and agree to this onsite work requirement (Yes/No)?