Utility Set Up

Pacers Sports & Entertainment; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Pacers Sports & Entertainment (PS&E) hosts events at Gainbridge Fieldhouse and nearby facilities. The Utility Set Up role is hands-on, supporting equipment setup, maintenance and housekeeping for each event.

Some shifts occur in evenings, weekends, or early mornings and staff may assist with campus facility conversions. The position requires at least 1 year in event setup or related work, plus basic computer skills and the ability to interpret directions and diagrams.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year experience in event set up or relevant field.
• Basic computer skills with Word, Excel, Outlook, and MS Teams.
• Ability to work unusual hours, including evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Assist in completion of house equipment set-up before events when necessary.
• Assist in finishing set-up, setting of game map, distributing gametimes and placing seat backs.
• Set up and convert various rooms for meetings and events to the client’s expectations.
• Check goal heights and levels, change nets, and adjust rims as needed before games.
• Move office furniture and equipment as needed.
• Perform miscellaneous routine maintenance duties.
• Collaborate with the engineering department in maintaining the building and special projects.

Skills

Event set-up experience

Basic computer skills

Teamwork

Tools

MS Office

Job description

At Pacers Sports & Entertainment (PS&E), our mission is simple: make everyone a fan. As the home of the Indiana Pacers, Indiana Fever, Noblesville Boom, Pacers Foundation, and Gainbridge Fieldhouse, we create unforgettable experiences and elevate our community by bringing the pride and hustle that defines us in everything we do.

We believe our greatest impact comes from putting people first, competing with integrity, and striving to do more for our community than they could ever do for us. We Push the Pace by embracing innovation, uniting around shared goals, and hustling with humility at all levels. Whether we're creating memorable moments for fans or supporting the team behind the team, collaboration is always valued, every contribution matters, and each day is an opportunity to help our organization and community thrive.

Job Summary

The Utility Set Up position will be hands-on with every event that comes to Gainbridge Fieldhouse in the completion of equipment set-up, preventative maintenance, and housekeeping duties. This position will require you to work unusual hours at times based on the event schedule and the requirements of the event. This includes evenings, weekends, late nights, and early mornings. This position will also be cross-trained to assist with conversion tasks of all the external campus facilities, including Morris Bicentennial Plaza.

Essential Duties / Responsibilities

• Assist in completion of house equipment set-up before events when necessary.
• Assist in finishing set-up, setting of game map, distributing gametimes and placing seat backs.
• Assist in completing the assembly and installation of staging, risers, and temporary seating.
• Set up and convert various rooms for meetings and events to the client’s expectations.
• Check goal heights and levels, change nets, and adjust rims as needed before games.
• Shovel snow and remove ice.
• Assist with deliveries involving forklifts and pallet jacks.
• Perform miscellaneous routine maintenance duties.
• Work in collaboration with engineering department in maintaining the building and special projects that arise.
• Move office furniture and equipment as needed.
• Complete various housekeeping duties such as sweeping and collecting trash on plazas and sidewalks, cleaning exterior ramps, docks, and entrance areas.
• In every position, each employee is expected to align with PS&E's mission and core values along with actively participating in company-sponsored community outreach programs.
• Any other duties that arise or are assigned.

Qualification Requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION And/or EXPERIENCE

Minimum of 1 year experience working in event set up or relevant field is required.

Computer Skills

Basic computer skills and experience with MS Office products (Word, Excel, Outlook, and MS Teams) are required.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret directions and technical diagrams.

Problem Solving Requirements

Exercise independent judgment for a multitude of scenarios that include knowing when to call for assistance with an issue. If working during events, the employee normally is not directly supervised but will coordinate with the other Utility team members on duty and report major issues/incidents to the Facility Operations Manager, event supervisor and/or the event coordinator.

PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Stand, sit, and walk for long periods of time.
• Reach
• Lift
• Move heavy objects.
• Climb a ladder.
• Stoop/crouch.
• Be exposed to loud noises.
• Be exposed to the elements.
• Speak, hear and write

While performing the duties of this job, the noise level in the office work environment is usually moderate and the noise level in Gainbridge Fieldhouse / game environment is usually loud. The stress level may become high during certain times of the year.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, gender identity, marital status, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.