Operations Assistant

PORTLAND CENTER STAGE•Portland, OR

5d•$20 - $20•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a team-oriented individual to be a member of our Operations department to help us maintain, improve, and secure The Armory. The Operations Assistant is a swing position working with our Operations Manager and Operations Lead in an active environment setting up and assisting with events, handling facility operations during productions, and performing facility maintenance, cleaning, and organization projects such as painting, fixture installation, and basic electrical work. The ideal candidate will have a flexible schedule, be self-motivated, adaptable, have excellent communication and customer service skills, and be willing to take on occasionally heavy physical labor. The Operations Assistant will work 16-20 hours per week, primarily evenings and weekends.

Requirements

Experience or interest in building maintenance and custodial work.
Commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion, and access
Basic understanding of how to use simple hand tools and power tools
Must be able to take direction as needed
Self-motivated with the ability to manage multiple projects with limited supervision
Be focused, flexible and have great attention to detail
Ability to build effective working relationships with co-workers
Must be able to lift 50 lbs.
Must be comfortable working with ladders and heights
Must be able to work evenings and weekends depending on the events scheduled.
Must be comfortable working in an environment in which directions and priorities can change rapidly.

Nice To Haves

Passion for the arts, particularly theater, is a plus
Some experience in carpentry, painting, plumbing and drywall repair is helpful

Responsibilities

Daily completion of assigned cleaning tasks including bathrooms, office spaces, theaters, and lobbies
Daily completion of essential tasks for maintenance and building improvement.
Serving as the facilities staff member on site when building is open
Overseeing the lobby during ingress and egress of crowds, assisting house manager(s) during productions and events
Setting up for public and private events as specified, including moving and setting up furniture
Assisting with security and safety throughout the Armory
Assisting Events, Development, and Community Programs staff as needed for special events
Engaging with patrons and guests during open hours as needed
Learning and upholding the PCS IDEA Community Guidelines as relates to all interactions within the broader PCS community
Other duties as assigned.