Setup Part Time

Wisconsin Center District•Milwaukee, WI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Part Time Setup Crew reports to the Director of Setup and Cleaning and are responsible for all event setup and breakdown across all Wisconsin Center District facilities. Setup Crew work under instruction of the Director of Setup and Cleaning and the Event Services Managers to ensure accuracy of client floor plans. Duties may include the setup and break-down of furniture, fixtures and meeting spaces for new and repeating events.

Requirements

Strong project management and organizational skills in which the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks/projects on time is essential; excellent situational adaptability
Exceptionally detail-oriented with a keen attention to detail
Superior communication skills and the ability to convey information in an engaging, positive manner
Exceptional interpersonal skills and ability to navigate organizations to build relationships and garner support; ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams
Ability to work independently and efficiently; exercise initiative, resourcefulness, and good judgement
Ability to work flexible and irregular hours that may vary due to functions and may include day, evening, weekends and holidays as event calendar or deadlines dictate
Ability to read, write, and speak English; perform basic mathematical functions (add, subtract, multiply and divide)
Follow oral and written instructions and communicate effectively with others in both oral and written form
High School diploma or equivalent required
Valid Wisconsin Identification

Nice To Haves

Prior event setup knowledge, skills and abilities

Responsibilities

Set-up and take down risers, chairs, tables, hockey boards, dry glass, basketball floor, soccer turf, pipe and drape and other items as needed for meetings and events at Wisconsin Center District
General maintenance of equipment and fixtures at WCD including, but not limited to: changing light bulbs, oil changes on seasonal small grounds equipment and repairs to collapsible risers
Works under the instruction of the Director of Setup and Cleaning and Event Services Managers for event floor plans
Quickly and accurately setup any last-minute changes to event floor plans
Performs routine maintenance assignments
Maintains all areas of the arena in safe and clean condition
Attends work on time as scheduled and adheres to attendance policy
Ensure compliance with WCD uniform and radio policies and local safety codes
Maintains proper storage, maintenance and cleaning of all facility event equipment
Must be able to work flexible hours including days, evenings, and late nights, weekends and/or holidays, event by event basis
Assists guests whenever possible, referring all requests which are beyond the scope of responsibility immediately to Manager of Setup and Cleaning
Other responsibilities and duties as assigned by management, to ensure the effective utilization of the company’s resources and to ensure customer satisfaction