Operations Laborer|Part-time| NOW Arena

Oak View Group is the global leader in venue development, management, and premium hospitality services for the live event industry. Offering an unmatched, 360-degree solution set for a collection of world-class owned venues and a client roster that includes the most influential, highest attended arenas, convention centers, music festivals, performing arts centers, and cultural institutions on the planet.

Under direct supervision from full-time Operations supervisors, Operations Staff perform event set-up, tear down and general labor as assigned.

This role will pay an hourly rate of $20.

Benefits for PT roles 401(k) savings plan and 401(k) matching.

EVERGREEN ROLE Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis; there is no application deadline.

NOW Arena is an 11,800-seat multi-purpose family entertainment, cultural and sports center. Seating capacity for the arena ranges from 3,000-6,000 for theater shows; 9,400 for football, hockey, lacrosse and soccer games; 10,000 for basketball games and 11,800 for concerts. Since 2016, the arena has been home to the Windy City Bulls, the Chicago Bulls' affiliate in the NBA

• Perform general labor as assigned
• Setup and breakdown of chairs, tables, other event seating, stages, ice rink, etc.
• Set-up & breakdown of tables and chairs per client request throughout arena
• Event chair sets & breakdowns
• Stage set-up & breakdown for events
• Day of event assignments include Pipe and drape set-up, bike rack set-up, stage barricade set-up, stage skirting, stage railing set-up & removal, event chair seat & row numbering, and other day-of-event items as assigned
• Furniture set-up & breakdown per client requests throughout arena
• Follow all changeover policies and procedures
• Assist in the organization of building warehouses and offices
• Work events when directed
• Responsible for the storage and inventory control of all changeover tools and equipment
• Other duties as assigned
• Ability to work flexible schedule based on events, including nights, weekends, and holidays as needed
• Ability to follow basic instruction and direction
• Ability to perform general labor; heavy lifting is required
• Capable of operating forklifts, sweepers, or other operational equipment
• Superior communication skills
• Ability to function in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment
• Capable of physical tasks for short periods of time
  
  
  

At OVG, we understand that to continue positively disrupting the sports and live entertainment industry, we need a diverse team to help us do it. We also believe that inclusivity drives innovation, strengthens our people, improves our service, and raises our excellence. Our success is rooted in creating environments that reflect and celebrate the diverse communities in which we operate and serve, and this is the reason we are committed to amplifying voices from all different backgrounds.

Oak View Group is committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally recognized basis (“protected class”) including, but not limited to veteran status, uniform service member status, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information or any other protected class under federal, state, or local law.