Setup Supervisor

Birmingham Jefferson Co•Birmingham, AL

About The Position

For over 50 years, the Birmingham-Jefferson Convention Complex (BJCC) has served as a premier entertainment destination attracting a broad array of events across a diverse collection of venues. Centrally located in the heart of Birmingham, Alabama’s Uptown Entertainment District, the BJCC campus includes Legacy Arena at the BJCC, Protective Stadium, BJCC Concert Hall, over 220,000 square feet of meeting & exhibition space, and City Walk BHAM, a 31-acre public outdoor space with a dog park, pickleball courts, skate park and much more. The Setup Supervisor is a working shift supervisor, responsible for assisting with supervising, planning, and directing the personnel and operational activities relating to semiskilled and unskilled manual labor providing convention and conference set-up functions.

Requirements

Minimum three (3) years related experience in setup operations at the supervisory level, preferably in a large public venue, arena, stadium, performing arts/theater, hotel, or health care facility.
High School Diploma or G.E.D. Trade or technical school training in related discipline preferred.
Forklift operation certification.
Valid State of Alabama Driver License
Knowledgeable of the practices, methods, tools, materials, and equipment used in maintenance and repairs.
Knowledge of the occupational hazards of building trades and of necessary safety precautions.
Capable of working unsupervised after being instructed on tasks.
Ability to understand oral and written instructions in English.
Ability to work under pressure and work extended and/or irregular hours including day, nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.
Ability to be supervised and work cooperatively with co-workers and provide good internal and external customer service.
Ability to prioritize work assignments.
Must be able to anticipate problems and implement immediate corrective action.
Capable of using and caring for general maintenance/hand tools, repair tools and equipment.
Ability to safely operate a forklift (certification preferred or ability to be certified within 30 days of hire), hand trucks and tools and equipment.
Must have proficient computer and technology skills in the use of Microsoft Office, two-way radio, cell phone; knowledge and use of ConCentrics, Delphi, ISAC, ADP ESS is a plus.
Must have experience planning and managing multiple projects.

Responsibilities

Expert in coordinating and planning logistic of various types of setups.
Expert in safety standards, procedures, and personal protective equipment associated with the work; ensuring compliance with safety standards, conducting on-going safety training, documents, and monitor’s progress.
Manages time of self and teammates, appropriately. Uses self-discipline to meet all work deadlines, manage workloads and manages time efficiently to work long hours, days, nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.
Is knowledgeable of the required equipment operation and maintenance associated with the work.
Expected to assist with interviewing vendor representatives and evaluating current products and equipment. As well as interviews teammates for hire, promotion, etc.
Develop, communicate, and monitor policy, procedure and standards for the Setup Department.
Positive working relationships with event managers, promoters, exhibitors, patrons, and other internal customers to deliver seamless service delivery for setup and repair needs.
Proficient use of current job-related computerized systems and software applications (especially Microsoft Office).
Capable of making fast and efficient event space setup, including determining the time needed to setup an event and teardowns as well as keeping teammates focused and on track.
Effectively manage and direct a diverse group of teammates and business partners to help maximize Setup operations and services of the BJCC complex
Model desired, management and team behaviors of punctuality, adaptability, and accountability for assigned work and work of teammates. Models’ behaviors that positively reflect organizational branding and a positive corporate culture.
Maintain high standards, positive attitude, and professional appearance.
Performs Setup Technician's duties as required.
Performs related duties as required.