Event Setup Lead: Arena Conversions & Logistics

Oak View Group; Elmont (NY); On-site; USD 27,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Job summary

Oak View Group (OVG) is hiring a Lead Laborer for UBS Arena at Belmont Park, NY. The role focuses on operating and converting the arena between events, reconfiguring the floor and concourses to meet each event's needs.

The position pays an hourly rate of $23.74 and requires reliability, safety awareness, and teamwork. Responsibilities include setting up and striking stages, tables, chairs, carpet, pipe and drape, and operating equipment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Conversion or change-over experience required.
• Job-related training or experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities preferred.
• Must have reliable, punctual, and regular attendance.
• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to perform work under pressure without the loss of composure.
• Ability to sit, walk, stand, lift heavy objects, reach, pull, push, grasp, and drag.
• Ability to maintain patron, employee, and company confidentiality.
• Must have the ability to stand for extended periods of time.
• Must be courteous and polite.
• Must be knowledgeable about buildings and events.
• Must be able to work any day or shift of the week, weekend, and/or holidays as needed.

Responsibilities

• Set up and strike before, during, and after events.
• Set up and strike includes setting stages, tables, chairs, carpet, pipe and drape, risers, etc., and operation of equipment and maintaining supplies needed for events.
• Store supplies properly, equipment maintenance, daily time logs, proper vehicle use, etc.
• Safely operate a forklift, aerial lift, and other equipment typically used in this type of work.
• Follow and adhere to OSHA guidelines when operating designated equipment.
• Perform a variety of duties, often changing from one task or another, without the loss of efficiency of composure.
• Follow all operating policies and procedures at all times.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Work under pressure

Stand for long periods

Reliable attendance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job-related training or experience

Job description

Oak View Group (OVG) is hiring a Lead Laborer for UBS Arena at Belmont Park, NY. The role focuses on operating and converting the arena between events, reconfiguring the floor and concourses to meet each event's needs.

The position pays an hourly rate of $23.74 and requires reliability, safety awareness, and teamwork. Responsibilities include setting up and striking stages, tables, chairs, carpet, pipe and drape, and operating equipment.