Lead Operations Supervisor|Part-time |Mullins Center - Oak View Group

Oak View Group:

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.

 

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Overview:

Oversees operations staff, manages specific aspects of changeovers and assists with all duties needed for set up and changeover of the arena from event to event, to ensure complete adherence to the event schedule and tenant contractual specifications and requirements. Also responsible for multiple day-of event requirements as needed.

 

This role will pay an hourly wage of $21.00. 

 

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

 

job expires 6/30/2024

About the Venue:

The William D. Mullins Memorial Center is a multi-purpose 10,500-seat facility on the campus of the University of Massachusetts. Home to UMass basketball and hockey, the facility hosts concerts, family, ice, and theater shows.

The Mullins Center sits on Commonwealth Avenue on the western edge of the UMass Amherst campus. Overlooking the outdoor playing fields and offering a wide vista of the Hadley Hills and the Holyoke Range, the Mullins Center represents a joining in form, of the campus’ architecture, and in spirit, of the campus’ commitment to the quality of life for the university community.

Completely ADA accessible, this arena complex is a two-building facility connected by a plaza with underground locker rooms. The main arena houses a basketball court over an Olympic-sized hockey rink. The arena is also available for convocations, commencement, cultural events, conferences, concerts, and theatrical productions.

The attached building has a permanent ice rink for recreational skating and for use as a practice facility for intercollegiate hockey and an intramural program. Three racquetball courts for intramural and general use are also enclosed in this building. The Mullins Center design also includes a number of multi-purpose rooms, athletic offices, and a press area.

Responsibilities:

➢ Responsible for complete facility changeover as required by the event schedule and
facility guidelines.
➢ Perform all set-up and emergency calls for events including, but not limited to:
UMass Hockey, UMass basketball, concerts, trade shows, graduations, and any
other scheduled by the facility.
➢ Performs operation of heavy equipment and machinery.
➢ Assist with emergency repairs to arena equipment to ensure the success of the
changeover.
➢ Assists with all Post Event Cleaning functions, including trash pick-up, sweeping
and mopping as needed.
➢ Perform related duties and responsibilities as required.

Qualifications:

➢ Have a high school diploma, GED, or related trade school training; valid driver’s
license; and interpersonal skills necessary to deal effectively with other staff.
➢ Be reliable, honest, dependable, and punctual.
➢ Knowledge of general tools necessary to perform changeovers in the arena.
➢ Be a self-starter; have ability to take directions; and be able to work in small and large
groups to complete required task within time constraints and in a safe manner.
➢ Be able to lift and carry equipment and supplies of up to 100 pounds on a regular
basis.
➢ Willing to work a flexible schedule, mainly nights, and extra hours as needed; and
work in varying weather conditions.
➢ Technical license preferred.

Strengthened by our Differences. United to Make a Difference.:

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.

EEO:

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.