Resource Employee - Facility & Event Operations Staff, Coliseum

University of Southern California (USC); Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A prominent university in Los Angeles is seeking a Facility Operations Representative to coordinate events, manage equipment, and ensure excellent customer service during events at the Coliseum. Candidates should possess strong communication skills, a high school diploma or relevant degree, and experience in event management. The role includes heavy lifting and may require nights and weekends. Competitive hourly rate at $17.87.

Qualifications

• Industry relevant experience or education in Sports/Event Management.
• Experience in setup, execution, and teardown of events preferred.
• Ability to lift at least 50lbs.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the execution of facility events.
• Operate heavy equipment like forklifts and scissor-lifts.
• Maintain accurate reports on event activities.

Skills

Communication skills

Customer service orientation

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Education

High School diploma or Bachelor's degree in Sports/Event Management

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Publisher)

Job description

The Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum is seeking dedicated individuals who are committed to learning about and delivering the needs of a world-class sporting and entertainment venue. Individuals who will excel in these positions will be responsible to handle day-to-day operational tasks while creating a positive environment for our patrons and staff.

As the home for USC Trojans football since 1923, the Coliseum also plays host to concerts, international soccer matches, food festivals, and numerous other events. The Coliseum just completed a $315 million-dollar renovation that has ushered in a new era of service as we continue to strive to be The Greatest Stadium in the World.

The Opportunity:

This position serves as facility operations representative for pre/during/and post events as necessary. Organizes and orchestrates flow of warehouse and related equipment inventory. Operates forklifts and other equipment. Serves as an event/changeover staff who will move, pickup, deliver, and/or install equipment, furniture, and other materials as assigned/dictated by the event. Hang banners, signage, and drapery as needed. Assists with facility and event projects. Execute all event set-up and breakdown based on event schedule. Assists with the execution of large scale and smaller facility events including athletic competitions, concerts, and community events. Assists with crowd management, ensures public safety, and demonstrates first class customer service. Responsible for inventory and disbursement small facility/event needs such as lighting, barricades, tables and chairs, and other event materials.

The Accountabilities:

• Assists with the execution of wide range of facility events including athletic competitions, concerts, and community events through event set-up and tear-down.
• Responsible for inventory and disbursement facility/event needs such as lighting, barricades, tables and chairs, and other event materials.
• Operate heavy equipment such as forklifts and scissor-lifts for event prep, shipping and receiving of materials, and building maintenance.
• Training and development in areas of crowd management, public safety, and customer service.
• Responsible for maintaining clear and precise reports on events activities, tracking event assets, event packets, equipment check out.
• Help with event-related activities including signage activation, event space preparation, custodial/concessions coordination, various other activities.
• Coordination and participation in quality control efforts to ensure the stadium is set for events and maintain recognition as a world class venue.
• Perform all other duties assigned including assisting with stadium preventative maintenance, assistance with facility projects including minor custodial, painting, mechanical, plumbing, HVAC, and electrical work.
• Performs other related duties as assigned or requested. The University reserves the right to add or change duties at any time.

The Qualifiers:

• High School diploma or 1 year of industry relevant experience or bachelors degree in Sports Management, Event Management, or other related fields and a year of industry relevant experience.
• Understanding and working knowledge of large venue, facility, or public assembly building operations and maintenance.
• Experience in the setup, execution, and teardown of events is preferred.
• Interested in gaining a working knowledge of large venue, facility, or public assembly building operations and maintenance. Willing and able to do manual labor when needed.
• Responsible for maintaining clear and precise reports on events activities, tracking event assets, event packets, equipment check out.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Publisher).
• Experience in working in a fast-paced environment and remaining customer service oriented and professional.
• Superior oral communication and writing skills.
• Bilingual preferred (English/Spanish).
• Valid CA driver's license required. Position will participate in the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) Pull Notice System. A copy of DMV record will be required as a final condition of employment.

Additional Information:

• Schedule will include nights and weekends as dictated by events held in the facilities.
• Ability to operate heavy machinery, mechanical equipment and utility carts preferred.
• Ability to lift at least 50lbs is preferred.
• Term: 1000 hours - Course credit can be granted if currently enrolled at an accredited university.

The work culture thrives on mutual respect, trust, and synergy amongst all of its members. USC has great minds that transform the world with their talents and research. The hourly rate for this position is $17.87.