Operations Specialist Part-Time Durham Convention Center

Oak View Group is the global leader in venue development management and premium hospitality services for the live event industry. Offering an unmatched 360degree solution set for a collection of worldclass 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.

The Operations Specialist will perform general labor duties as assigned. Duties included but not limited to building conversions for various events set up and breakdown of chairs tables staging housekeeping etc.

This role will pay an hourly wage of $16 to $18 depending on maintenance experience.

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

The Durham Convention Center is owned by the City and County of Durham and operated by OVG Venue Management. OVG an industry leader in sports entertainment and venue management is dedicated to recruiting and developing individuals with the skills experience desire and values to contribute to the continued growth and success of our organization. Together we transform events into experiences. These experiences create excitement make memories and create economic impact for the City of Durham. Come Join Us!

• Maintain a professional demeanor and appearance at all times.
• Read and interpret paperwork regarding room setups
• Setup and tear down a variety of equipment including but not limited to chairs tables staging risers trash cans dance floors coat racks table skirting carpet pipe & drape
• Sweep mop scrub & wax floors wash walls windows stainless steel counter tops and woodwork
• Clean and maintain restrooms to the highest quality of service while replenishing supplies
• Remove stains clean and extract carpet
• Responsible to properly clean and maintain a specific area of the facility
• Dusts polish arrange and move furniture and equipment
• Remove rubbish and waste
• Perform facility maintenance tasks as assigned
• Report defective equipment facility damage areas of the facility requiring cleaning and incorrect or improper setups to supervisors in a timely manner
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• High school diploma or equivalent GED preferred
• Must be constantly aware of changing events such as staff or supply shortages
• Able to work from general instructions and specifications with minimal supervision
• Able to work effectively in a service oriented environment subject to frequently changing priorities
• Able to respond calmly to public concerns; must be accountable and responsible
• Presents self in a highly professional manner to others and understands that honesty and ethics are essential.
• Able to stand for extended periods of time
• Able to lift bend kneel twist and stretch
• Able to lift and move equipment up to 50 lbs.

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 ourpeople improves ourservice and raises ourexcellence. 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.