Operations Crew (Convention Center) - Part Time

Gas South District; Duluth (GA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Gas South District is seeking an Events Support Associate to help ensure event spaces are prepared to meet client specifications. You will assist with room changes, stage and furniture setup, and operate light equipment as needed.

Responsibilities include coordinating with engineers, completing tasks to tight schedules, and staying alert to safety and property concerns. This role requires adaptability, reliability, and clear communication, often outside standard hours.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED plus 1–3 months related experience.
• Willingness to perform physically demanding tasks.

Responsibilities

• Participate in all aspects of the room changeover for events, including setting up/tearing down stages, tables, chairs and related furnishings.
• Assist building engineers and subcontractors with construction, repair and maintenance tasks.
• Report safety issues or property concerns to supervisor promptly.
• Work extended hours including nights, weekends and holidays as needed.
• Communicate effectively with a diverse group and work independently or in a team.

Skills

Event setup

Heavy lifting

Safety awareness

Communication

Hand and power tool use

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklifts

Pallet jacks

Boom lifts

Scrubbing machines

Job description

Description

Under general supervision of the Operations Manager, perform work as needed to ensure events are provided with requested facility setup prior to scheduled start time. Duties include skilled and semi-skilled tasks, which often require heavy lifting and a high degree of physical exertion.

Requirements

Include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Participate in all aspects of the room changeover process in preparation for events. Duties may include setting up and tearing down stages, risers, tables, and portable chairs, as well as other furnishings and equipment related to event requirements.
• Assist building engineers and subcontractors in construction, repair, and maintenance of the building and related operational equipment.
• Report irregularities, discrepancies, safety or damage concerns or loss of property promptly to supervisor.
• Work extended and/or irregular hours including nights, weekends and holidays as needed.
• Work independently and perform job duties with minimal supervision, while being able to communicate with a diverse group of individuals.

Skills and Abilities

Position requires the ability to:

• Demonstrate knowledge of practices and procedures related to event set-up and conversions; typical methods and techniques for cleaning and maintaining the facility; and proper use and care of hand and power tools.
• Demonstrate a positive attitude and a willingness to learn.
• Follow all policies/procedures, risk management, safety precautions, rules, regulations, and emergency procedures established at the facility.
• Meet the physical demands of the job, which include being able to get in and around the facility (requires personal mobility) and working from various heights. Must perform strenuous physical duties at times, including lifting, carrying, moving, and climbing.
• Be able to withstand moderate to loud noises.
• Operate equipment such as light trucks, pallet jacks, forklifts, boom lifts, scrubbing machines or other light power-driven equipment.
• Operate portable radio.
• Follow oral and written instructions and communicate effectively with others in both oral and written form.
• Organize and prioritize work to meet deadlines.
• Work effectively under pressure and/or stringent schedule and produce accurate results.
• Work as a team member as well as independently, exercising judgment and initiative.
• Maintain an effective working relationship with clients, guests, employees, and others encountered in the course of employment.
• Remain flexible and adjust to situations as they occur.
• Possess a valid driver’s license and be able to legally operate a motor vehicle in the state of Georgia.

Education and Experience

High school diploma or G.E.D. and one to three months related experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.