Conversion Crew

Denver Center For Perfo•Denver, CO

1d•$21•Onsite

About The Position

The Conversion Crew will be responsible for the set up and breakdown of tables, chairs, staging, dance floors, and other furnishings and equipment for various functions held within the DCPA’s event spaces and theatre lobbies. Conversion Crew team members will report to the Manager of Event Operations and will work alongside the Event Services, Patron Experience, and Facilities teams to ensure the event spaces and lobbies are properly set for events, theatre production runs, and venue standards. The Conversion Crew team will utilize floorplan diagrams and written instructions to execute the setups and breakdowns of each space and will also oversee proper equipment storage. In addition, Conversion Crew team members will occasionally serve as coat check attendants for an event when that service is contracted by a client.

Requirements

Must be able to lift 50 pounds and team-lift up to 80 pounds.
Must be able to move and lift tables, chairs, staging platforms, dance floor pieces, and other equipment for a 4-6 hour shift.
This position requires the ability to work a varied schedule, including early mornings, afternoons, evenings, late nights, weekends, and holidays as determined by the events and theatre schedule.
Work respectfully as part of a team.
Proficient at reading and understanding instructions written and spoken in English.
Basic proficiency in measuring devices and hand tools.
Ability to interpret and execute technical floorplans and diagrams.
Ability to understand and follow best practices and safety protocols.
Comfort with troubleshooting and task prioritization.
Demonstrated ability to handle a fast-paced environment calmly and efficiently.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with event setup and reading floorplans preferred.
Catering, conversion, special events services, stewarding, or stagehand experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Read floorplan diagrams and accurately execute written instructions for setups and breakdowns of in-house and rented equipment including: tables, chairs, dance floor, staging platforms, trashcans, portable bars, coat racks, stanchions, and other non-technical equipment.
Perform all aspects of the setup and breakdown which could include: connecting and laying out dance floor, rolling and lifting tables, moving and setting stage platforms at various heights, stacking and unstacking chairs, setting stanchions for crowd management, moving equipment in and out of storage areas, and more.
Understand and follow all safety guidelines and best practices for inspecting and handling materials and equipment, proper techniques for lifting and moving, and operation of equipment.
Document and elevate any concerns through the appropriate avenues for maintenance or execution concerns.
Communicate status updates as needed throughout and at the end of each shift.
Ensure equipment is either set up or stored orderly and securely in assigned locations.
Routine minor maintenance and care for assigned equipment which could include: vacuuming carpeted stage before breakdown, polishing dance floor tiles, annual chair cleaning and detailing, and more.
Understand overall event and theatre schedules and proactively anticipate and troubleshoot storage issues.