Venue Operations Crew

Belmont University; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Belmont University is seeking a qualified Venue Operations Crew member to support the Office of Strategic Venues and Event Services in preparing venues for events and handling teardown afterward. You'll work 37.5 hours weekly in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment, following safety procedures and campus protocols.

Previous theater or event setup experience is helpful, with a High School diploma or GED required.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required; vocational or technical training or degree preferred.
• Entry level role; no prior work experience required.
• Background check and E-Verify compliance may be required.

Responsibilities

• Set up and tear down event spaces, tents, tables and chairs.
• Load/unload trucks and transport materials between campus spaces.
• Maintain clean and organized venues and supply storage areas.
• Follow safety procedures and ensure compliant setups.
• Coordinate with event managers and staff for smooth operations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Lift heavy equipment

Fast-paced environment

Team collaboration

Forklift certification

Clear communication

Diversity in teams

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

We are now accepting applications for a qualified Venue Operations Crew at Belmont University.

Employment Type

Staff

Internal Job Category

Non-Exempt (Staff)
Full-Time

Department

Strategic Venues & Event Svcs

Hours

37.5

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

The Venue Operations Crew works within the Office of Strategic Venues and Event Services (OSVES) and is responsible for the physical preparation of venues before events and the breakdown and cleanup after events. This position requires the ability to follow instructions precisely, work efficiently as a team, and maintain a safe and clean working environment to ensure venues are ready for clients and guests.

• Setup and tear-down tents, tables, chairs, staging, protective flooring, lobby furniture and other equipment for events.
• Load/unload trucks, van, carts and the like as needed. Transport materials to and from various campus event spaces.
• Maintain clean event spaces, service corridors and storage areas.
• Maintain an organized and clean inventory of supplies and equipment.
• Follow safety guidelines and procedures for handling equipment.
• Ensure all setups comply with safety regulations and floor plans.
• Coordinate with event managers, venue staff and other crew members to ensure smooth execution of events and daily operations of the Office of Strategic Venues and Event Services.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

Belmont University seeks to attract and retain highly qualified faculty and staff who will support our mission and vision. As a Christ-centered and student-focused community, we aim to:

• Form diverse leaders of character;
• Equip people to solve the world’s complex problems through teaching, research and service;
• And be radical champions for helping people and communities flourish.

Required Skills

• Ability to lift and move equipment.
• Experience working in a fast-paced environment and the ability to respond to high-pressure situations.
• Ability to thrive in an environment of hard work.
• Ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community.
• Candidates with forklift certification preferred.
• An ability to convey information clearly and concisely to groups or individuals either verbally or in writing to ensure that they understand the information and the message.
• An ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies.

Required Education

High School diploma or GED required, vocational or technical training or degree preferred.

Required Experience

Entry level job, no prior work experience required.

The selected candidate will be required to complete a background check satisfactory to the University.

Belmont University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

Belmont University is a Christ-centered community. The University faculty, administration, and staff uphold Jesus as the Christ and as the measure for all things. As a community seeking to uphold Christian standards of morality, ethics, and conduct, Belmont University holds high expectations of each person who chooses to join the community. In compliance with federal law, including provisions of Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973/the Americans with Disabilities Act, Belmont University does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, military service, or sexual orientation in its administration of education policies, programs or activities; its admissions policies; or employment. Consistent with applicable civil rights law, the University primarily hires employees of the Christian faith who are committed to support the mission of the University. The University has appointed the Chief Human Resources Officer/Deputy Title IX Coordinator to serve as coordinator of non-discrimination compliance for staff and faculty. The Director of Institutional Equity and Compliance and Title IX Coordinator serves as coordinator of compliance for Title IX (sex discrimination) issues and questions for students.

*In accordance with accrediting standards for its professional education programs in law and medicine, the University does not apply religious criteria in hiring employees within those programs. All employees hired by the University, regardless of religious faith, shall be committed to Belmont’s Christ-centered, student-focused mission.

Belmont's Office of Human Resources will conduct ongoing evaluations of the means by which candidates for employment are sought, to the end that the pool of candidates will include qualified women, minorities, veterans and disabled individuals. Belmont University is an equal opportunity employer under all applicable civil rights laws.