The Part-Time Back-of-House Conversions Staff member supports the Operations Department in preparing the facility for events, completing event conversions, and returning the building to its post-event configuration. This position is responsible for assisting with the safe and efficient movement, setup, breakdown, and storage of equipment, furniture, event materials, and other operational assets.
This position requires a dependable team member who can work in a fast-paced event environment, follow direction, communicate effectively, and maintain a strong focus on safety and customer service.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Assist with event conversions, including setup and breakdown of event spaces.
• Move and position tables, chairs, barricades, stanchions, platforms, risers, equipment, and other event-related materials.
• Assist with court, floor, seating, staging, and other event setups as assigned.
• Load, unload, transport, and properly store equipment and materials.
• Operate carts, dollies, pallet jacks, and other approved equipment after receiving proper training.
• Assist with the setup and removal of event equipment in accordance with established SOPs.
• Maintain organized and safe storage areas, loading docks, back-of-house areas, and workspaces.
• Follow all facility safety policies, OSHA requirements, and department procedures.
• Attend required safety meetings, training sessions, and operational briefings.
• Communicate effectively with Operations Managers, Event Managers, full-time
staff, part-time staff, vendors, and other departments.
• Report damaged equipment, unsafe conditions, maintenance concerns, and other
operational issues to management.
• Assist with maintaining clean and orderly work areas before, during, and after
events.
• Support overnight and extended-hour conversions when required by the event
schedule.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Operations Management.
EVENT CONVERSION RESPONSIBILITIES
Depending on the event, responsibilities may include:
• Back-of-house equipment movement
• Event-specific equipment placement
• Post-event restoration of the facility
• Seating installation and removal
• Chair cart movement and storage
• Court and flooring installation/removal
• Basketball goal and stanchion support
• Table and equipment setup
• Barricade and crowd-control equipment placement
• Stage and riser setup
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Previous experience in event operations, warehouse operations, facilities,
hospitality, construction, or a similar field preferred.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends, holidays, and overnight
shifts.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
• Strong attention to safety and detail.
• Reliable attendance and punctuality.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
The employee must be able to:
• Frequently stand, walk, bend, kneel, stoop, push, pull, and reach.
• Safely lift and move equipment and materials weighing up to 50 pounds, with
heavier items moved using team-lifting procedures or mechanical equipment.
• Work for extended periods while standing and walking.
• Work in varying temperatures and conditions, including loading docks, garages,
outdoor areas, and event spaces.
• Safely navigate stairs, ramps, catwalks, and back-of-house areas when required.
• Perform repetitive physical tasks during extended event conversions.
SAFETY EXPECTATIONS
Safety is a core responsibility of this position. Employees are expected to:
• Follow all facility safety policies and procedures.
• Participate in required safety training.
• Use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Follow proper lifting and material-handling procedures.
• Immediately report unsafe conditions, injuries, damaged equipment, and hazards to management.
• Never operate equipment without proper authorization and…