Live Events Operations Lead

Oak View Group; Fredericksburg (VA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental and Vision Insurance

401(k) Savings Plan

401(k) matching

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Oak View Group at the Fredericksburg Convention Center is seeking an Operations Supervisor to lead the events operations team, map floorplans to tasks, and ensure setups meet defined standards.

You will organize staff, solve on-site issues, and maintain a safe, clean, and professional venue ready for guests. This is a full-time, on-site role with an hourly rate and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Experience supervising teams in fast-paced event environments.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Ability to organize people and prioritize tasks.
• Comfortable with physical work and standing for extended periods.
• Willingness to learn and operate equipment.

Responsibilities

• Review floorplans, event requirements, schedules, and operational needs.
• Organize and direct the Operations Team to complete setups accurately and on schedule.
• Ensure event spaces are fully prepared before guests arrive.
• Complete event refreshes and turnovers with strong attention to detail.
• Conduct final walkthroughs and correct incomplete or missed details.
• Respond to changing event needs and solve operational problems.
• Ensure breakdowns and post-event responsibilities are completed properly.
• Maintain a clean, organized, safe, and event-ready facility.
• Assist with cleaning, maintenance, painting, landscaping, equipment organization, and other facility projects when needed.
• Train and/or become qualified to operate forklifts, scissor lifts, floor scrubbers, pallet jacks, and other operational equipment.
• Set building alarms and complete closing procedures when assigned.
• Greet and assist customers and provide a professional first point of contact.
• Maintain professional working relationships with clients, vendors, employees, and management.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organization

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Independent work

Physical stamina

Tools

Forklift operation

Scissor lifts

Floor scrubbers

Pallet jacks

Job description

Oak View Group at the Fredericksburg Convention Center is seeking an Operations Supervisor to lead the events operations team, map floorplans to tasks, and ensure setups meet defined standards.

You will organize staff, solve on-site issues, and maintain a safe, clean, and professional venue ready for guests. This is a full-time, on-site role with an hourly rate and comprehensive benefits.