Event Operations and Facility Maintenance, CU Event Center (CUEC)

University of Colorado System; Allenspark (CO); On-site; USD 59,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

University of Colorado Boulder is seeking a facilities supervisor to oversee event set-ups and daily maintenance for athletic and large stadium events at CU facilities.

You will plan maintenance, coordinate outside contractors, and ensure timely, safe operations during concerts, exams, and conferences. A commitment to safety, reliability, and service to athletics is essential.

Qualifications

• Four years of progressively responsible experience in building maintenance, planning and scheduling.
• Ability to maintain and troubleshoot audio, video, broadcast, and data systems.
• Flexibility of work schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Oversee event set-ups for concerts, commencements, exams, and conferences.
• Assess client needs and operate events with adjustments as required.
• Plan and schedule maintenance and repairs of building systems.
• Coordinate outside contractors and university maintenance staff to ensure timely, quality work.

Skills

Audio/visual systems

PC and Mac environments

Troubleshooting

Project scheduling

Tools

Daktronics equipment

Scoreboards / video boards

Job description

Job Summary

The purpose of this position is to oversee facility conversions andevent set-ups; manage daily maintenance operations within the CUEvents Center; and coordinate the scheduling, planning, andoversight of preventative maintenance and repairs for the facilityand its equipment.

Work is performed with considerable independence in organizing andprioritizing schedules based on athletic team practices/games,including football and large stadium events at Folsom Field.

This position is responsible for promoting the philosophy andobjectives of the intercollegiate athletics program. This shallinclude adhering to the principles of the Athletics' Department'sMission Statement, Core Values Policies and Procedures, as well asthe rules and regulations of the University, the Big12 Conferenceand the NCAA.

CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with allapplicable federal, state, and local laws governingnondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating aworkplace where all individuals are treated with respect anddignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds toapply, including protected veterans and individuals withdisabilities.

Who We Are

As one of 34 U.S. public research institutions belonging to theprestigious Association of American Universities (AAU)—and the onlymember in the Rocky Mountain region—our goal at CU Boulder is todirectly affect Colorado communities through collaborativeresearch, innovation, and entrepreneurship. Our faculty, staff, andstudents work with the broader community to establish outstandingconnections that have lasting outcomes-both across Colorado andaround the world.

What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be

Oversee event set-ups for concerts, commencements, exams, tradeshows, athletic practices and competitions and conferences.

Assess the technical needs of the client, as well as operating theevent accordingly. The needs of any particular event vary greatlyin scope and often require last minute alterations to allow anevent to work. Examples may include: audio/visual set-ups andtroubleshooting; operational knowledge of scoreboards, videoboards, forklift, spotlights, electrical power capacities; abilityto assess event logistics and determine the feasibility of clientrequests within the venue. Regular decisions would include, but notbe limited to, determining to proper frequency for preventativemaintenance on equipment and systems, as well as what shouldactually be done at that time. Understanding the affectedpersons/units needs and trying to address them in the process ofsolving/fixing the problem. Serve as a point of contact foroperation/event manager.

Plan and schedule maintenance and repairs to variousbuilding systems by assessing the problem, determining the bestcourse of action.

Develop and implement a preventative maintenance schedule andpricing for various building systems. Recommend replacement versusrepair alternatives. Determines work priorities, scheduling andstaff time. Identify degradations and abnormalities in thefacility's physical plant that require special knowledge, tools andexpertise on the part of outside contractors. Oversee andcoordinate outside contractors and University maintenance personnelin performance of duties, ensuring quality workmanship andcompletion on schedule. A broad-based knowledge of constructiontechniques and methods is required to effectively accomplish thistask.

Plan and schedule equipment by designing and implementingthe proper preventative schedule for equipment, machinery andtools.

This includes, but is not limited to, the maintenance of forkliftbatteries and hydraulics, vacuums, floor scrubbers, stageplatforms, hydraulic basketball goals and furniture. Daily facilitywalk-troughs to help compile maintenance and project lists.Maintain inventory levels and orders requests. Familiarity withoperations systems such as HVAC, plumbing, wood working, painting,and electrical for quick troubleshooting and communicating withcontractors.

What You Should Know

This position is overtime eligible and will work in-person. Workschedule requires flexibility of work hours and days depending onevents scheduled, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

What We Can Offer

Starting salary range is $59,000 - $62,000.

Relocation assistance is available within departmentguidelines.

Additional Compensation Details:

Athletic Event Tickets: Per Athletic Department Policy and NCAAregulations, Nike Elite Employee Benefit: Per Nike ElitePolicy.

Benefits

At the University of Colorado Boulder , we arecommitted to supporting the holistic health and well-being of ouremployees. Our comprehensive benefits package includes medical,dental, and retirement plans; generous paid time off; tuitionassistance for you and your dependents; and an ECO Pass for localtransit. As one of Boulder County’s largest employers, CU Boulderoffers an inspiring academic community and access to world-classoutdoor recreation. In fact, CU Boulder has been named one of Forbes' America's BestLarge Employers , ranking #4 among large employers in Coloradoand #28 among universities nationwide. Explore additional perks andprograms through the CU Advantage program.

Be Statements

Be ambitious. Be groundbreaking. Be Boulder.

What We Require

• Four years of progressively responsible experience thatincludes some or all of the following: building maintenance,planning, scheduling, and technical event production. Equivalentcombination of education and experience may substitute.
• Flexibility of work schedule is required.

What You Will Need

• Ability to maintain and troubleshoot audio, video, broadcast,and data systems
• Proficient in PC and Mac environments
• Knowledge of carpentry, electrical, painting, locksmithing
• Knowledge of tools, methods and safety practices to completework assignments.
• Ability to diagnose, assess and plan work assignmentsindependently
• Willing and able to work flexible and extended hours, includingnights, weekends, and holidays.

What We Would Like You to Have

• 3 to 4 years experience in athletics setting within facilitiesoperations, maintenance, or related area.
• 2 to 4 years of experience in production and operations supportof athletic, or general assembly event support at a university oreducational setting.
• Experience working with Daktronics equipment and/or otherscoreboard, timing systems.

Essential Services

This position is designated “essential services.” The incumbent isrequired to respond to requests for work during campus emergencies(snow, wind, rain, flood and any other natural or man-made event)and report to work for his / her regularly assigned shift duringemergency campus closures.