Changeover Crew | Part Time | Multi-Purpose Center (Virginia State University)

Oak View Group

Oak View Group (OVG) is the global leader in premium live entertainment infrastructure and services, with a platform spanning venue development and end-to-end capabilities across venue management, hospitality, and sponsorship sales. Founded in 2015, the company serves a collection of seven world-class owned venues and a client roster of the most iconic arenas, stadiums, convention centers, music festivals, performing arts centers, and cultural institutions, spanning four continents. 

Position Summary

The Changeover Crew staff member is an on call, per event employee who will work in the areas of room sets and arena conversions at the VSU Multi-Purpose Center.

 

This role will pay an hourly rate of $15.00-$15.50. 

 

For Part-Time roles: Benefits: 401(k) savings plan and 401(k) matching

 

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

About the Venue

The Multi-Purpose Center at VSU Tis a state-of-the-art multipurpose venue located on the campus of Virginia State University, in South Chesterfield, VA. The arena is able to seat more than 6,000 guests, making it the largest events venue located south of Richmond in the state of Virginia. The amenities-packed arena serves as a full entertainment facility hosting athletic events, commencements, live concerts, family shows, trade shows, and more. Formally opening its doors to the public in March of 2016, the VSU Multi-Purpose Center is home to the Virginia State University Trojans Basketball and Volleyball teams. The MPC is managed by OVG360, which is a full-service venue management and hospitality company that helps client-partners reimagine the sports, live entertainment, and convention industries for the betterment of the venue, employees, artists, athletes, and surrounding communities.

Responsibilities

• Must be able to work in a manner that is safe and effective.
• Reliable transportation and current contact information are required.
• Must be able to lift 60 lbs. or more on a regular basis.
• Set-up and tear down including: risers, staging, basketball floor, chairs, tables, pipe and drape and other items as needed for events at the facility.
• Handle folding chairs, stacking chairs, tables of various shapes and sizes, drapery and skirting.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED or equivalent preferred.
• Must have a demonstrated ability to function in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
• Experience in public facility highly preferred.
• Possess strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of team.
• Must be available to work a flexible schedule including long hours, overnight, weekends and holidays.

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.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.