Housekeeper | Part-Time | Fort Smith Convention Center

Spectra; Fort Smith (AR); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated individuals for a vital role in maintaining cleanliness and order at a premier event venue. This position involves hands-on responsibilities, including cleaning various facility areas, assisting with event setups, and ensuring a welcoming environment for guests. Ideal candidates will possess strong attention to detail and excellent interpersonal skills, enabling them to thrive in a fast-paced setting. Join a diverse team committed to excellence and inclusivity, where your contributions will enhance the overall experience for visitors and staff alike.

Benefits

401(k) Savings Plan

401(k) Matching

Qualifications

• Ability to follow work rules and directions consistently.
• Good interpersonal skills to interact with guests and staff.
• Ability to operate cleaning equipment effectively.

Responsibilities

• Clean and maintain various areas of the facility before, during, and after events.
• Assist with the setup and teardown of events.
• Restock supplies in restrooms and maintain cleanliness.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Attention to Detail

Ability to Follow Instructions

Basic Math Skills

Ability to Lift Heavy Objects

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Mechanized Equipment (Blowers, Buffers, Vacuums)

Job description

Oak View Group

Oak View Group is the global leader in venue development, management, and premium hospitality services for the live event industry. Offering an unmatched, 360-degree solution set for a collection of world-class owned venues and a client roster that includes the most influential, highest attended arenas, convention centers, music festivals, performing arts centers, and cultural institutions on the planet.

Position Summary

Cleaning and upkeep of facility, bathrooms, furniture, equipment, fixtures, set up for events, break down after events, lifting and bending. Working during show events.

This role pays an hourly rate of $13.00-$15.00.

Benefits for Part-Time roles: 401(k) Savings Plan and 401(k) matching.

This position will remain open until June 27, 2025.

About the Venue

The Fort Smith Convention Center offers 116,800 square feet of usable, infinitely flexible event space including 40,000 sq. ft. Exhibit Hall, 8 Meeting Rooms and over 3,000 sq. ft. of pre-function space. The Convention Center also boasts a 1,331-seat state-of-the-art Performing Arts Center just steps from historic downtown Fort Smith, Arkansas.

Responsibilities

• Clean bathrooms, floors, drinking fountains, chairs, seating, furniture, walls, windows, fixtures, aisles, doors, and other areas and items throughout the facility.
• Empty waste baskets and refuse cans into containers.
• Pick up paper and cardboard, break down cartons if necessary.
• Sweep away debris on floors, aisles, tables, seats, etc before during and after events.
• Assist Operations Staff with the set up & teardown of events.
• Check and restock paper and soap dispensers in restrooms.
• Loosen and scrape dirt from floors and grease from floors as necessary.
• Provide direction and assistance to guests when asked.
• Regular and punctual attendance.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Review work assignments with the Building Supervisor.
• Make recommendations and suggestions to better the department to the Building Services Supervisor or Director of Operations.

Qualifications

• Ability to understand and consistently follow work rules, procedures and directions.
• Ability to read, write and speak English; perform basic mathematical functions (add, subtract, multiply and divide).
• Good interpersonal skills with the ability to deal harmoniously with guests, employees and outside contractors.
• Ability to operate mechanized equipment such as blowers, buffers and vacuums.
• Ability to comprehend and follow instructions.
• Ability to work independently and efficiently; exercise initiative, resourcefulness, good judgment and accept responsibility for own actions.
• Employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds.
• One to two (1 – 2) years’ experience, preferred but not required, in the housekeeping functions in a public assembly facility.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends and holidays as required.
• Ability to work closely with others.
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment, with a sense of urgency.
• Ability to maintain consistency and high-quality service dealing with high volume and back-to-back cleaning tasks.
• Strong attention to detail to ensure thorough cleaning and identifying areas that require special attention.
• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
• Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Must be able to stand, bend, reach and climb stairs throughout shift as needed.
• Must be able to lift 25+ pounds throughout the shift.
• Ability to move heavy (100+ pounds) wheeled carts.

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.