Overview

Set-Up Staff priority will be to complete room set-up / strike activity for all client related events. This would include the set / strike of various numbers and various configurations of tables, chairs, staging, bleachers, risers, dance floor, pipe & drape etc. into and out of facility event spaces.

Responsibilities

• Set / strike rooms with equipment (tables, chairs, staging, bleachers, risers, dance floor, pipe & drape, etc.) according to pre-determined floor plans for events in an efficient, timely, accurate and professional manner.
• Set / strike to include the manual movement of equipment throughout the facility from storage areas to event spaces and back to storage.
• Set / strike to include the removal of refuse, cleaning of floors & equipment, etc. to provide a clean event space before, during, and after an event.
• Review work assignments and Building Equipment Orders (BEO) with the  Operations Manager.
• Maintain department equipment as necessary, both operationally and in a neat and orderly manner for storage.
• Assign tasks and supervise Temporary staff when needed.
• Provide excellent customer service assistance to internal and external clients.
• Operate an assortment of equipment including: forklift, buffer/burnisher, rider sweeper/scrubber, walk behind scrubber, blower, vacuum, pressure washer and others as needed
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Minimum of six (6) months progressively responsible experience in the setup / strike function in a first-class Convention Center environment. Relevant hotel experience with meeting facilities will be considered.
• High school diploma, GED or equivalent preferred.
• Ability to read, write and speak English; perform basic math functions.
• Good interpersonal skills with the ability to deal harmoniously with guests, employees and outside contractors.
• Contact with water, liquids or cleaning materials. / Exposure to dirt and dust.
• Must have the ability to work flexible schedule including long hours, nights, weekends and holidays. Regular and punctual attendance.