Houseperson

Mohegan Sun; Montville (CT); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading entertainment destination in Connecticut seeks a candidate responsible for establishing environments for events. The role requires moving equipment, maintaining cleanliness of event spaces, and executing off-site events as needed. Applicants should be able to lift heavy weights and be effective communicators. A valid U.S. driver's license is required. This position entails working in a fast-paced environment with flexible hours and various shifts.

Qualifications

• Ability to handle physical responsibilities involved with moving and placing event space equipment.
• Must be able to communicate effectively in English.
• Knowledge of meeting room sets including dance floor and staging systems.
• Must have a valid U.S. driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Establish the environment for events, including equipment for banquets/conventions.
• Monitor event space for cleanliness or maintenance.
• Assist guests with movement of equipment or materials.
• Maintain cleanliness of storage rooms and back-of-house areas for the Ballroom and Convention Center.
• Refresh rooms periodically according to written instructions.
• Follow Fire Marshal requirements and safety protocols.
• Execute events off-site as needed.

Skills

Effective communication

Ability to lift up to 75 lbs

Knowledge of operational policies

Ability to operate electric pallet jack

Education

Valid U.S. driver's license

Valid U.S. driver’s license

Job description

Overview

Position Summary: This position is responsible for physically establishing the environment for all events.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Responsible for physically establishing the environment, including basic event equipment for all banquets/conventions inside or outside the Convention Center
• Assists in monitoring the event space for cleanliness or maintenance
• Assists guests with movement of equipment, materials or boxes as deemed by supervisor
• Responsible for cleanliness of the storage rooms and back of house areas for the Ballroom and Convention Center

Secondary Duties and Responsibilities

• Responsible for periodically refreshing rooms according to written instructions
• Follows all Fire Marshal requirements
• Responsible for executing events off-site as needed

Minimum Education and Qualifications

• Ability to handle physical responsibilities involved with moving and placing event space equipment, including tables, chairs, podiums and other equipment
• Must have a valid U.S. driver\'s license
• Must be able to communicate effectively in English

Competencies

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Knowledge of operational policies including, but not limited to, hours of operation
• Knowledge of meeting room sets including dance floor and staging systems
• Ability to operate electric pallet jack
• Knowledge of Ballroom, Convention Center, storeroom locations and various catering areas throughout the casino
• Working knowledge of Air Wall System

Training Requirements

• Knowledge of Mohegan Sun corporate and department policies and procedures

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Must be able to lift up to 75 lbs.
• Must be able to stand or walk for long periods of time
• Must be able to work in outside elements, as needed
• Must be able to work in a fast paced environment with frequent interruptions
• Must be able to work various shifts and flexible hours

This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, requirements or working conditions associated with the job. Mohegan Sun reserves the right to make changes in the above job description whenever necessary.

Work Shift

Regular

Mohegan Sun practices Native American Preference in hiring. "Native American" means an individual who is a duly enrolled member of the Mohegan Tribe or any group of Native Americans recognized by the Mohegan Tribe, The United States of America, or the State of Connecticut.