Conversion Crew | Part-Time | WFCU Centre

Job summary

The role involves performing general labor to set up and tear down equipment for various events, including flooring, seating, and staging. Additionally, the crew is responsible for maintaining equipment and ensuring the facility is clean and safe for guests.

Job details

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 Conversion Crew are the nuts and bolts of our operations team, making sure our events can go off without a hitch. The Conversion Crew is the team that makes sure all equipment is set up in the venue and that all safety precautions are put in place during the setup so our guests are safe in their seats while they enjoy their performance. This role pays an hourly rate of $18.80 - $22.00 CAD Benefits for Part-Time roles: Pension matching. This position will remain open until December 11, 2026. About The Venue WFCU Centre is a multi-sport complex, including an arena and entertainment center in Windsor, Ontario, Canada. The facility includes 3 public rinks, the “Main Bowl," a swimming pool, and a gym. WFCU Centre replaced the 84-year-old Windsor Arena as the primary home of the Windsor Spitfires and Windsor Express. Responsibilities Perform general labor as assigned. Primary duties include building conversion for various events. Setup and take-down of chairs, tables, ice decking, dasher boards, Plexiglas, stages, and basketball courts. Actively care for all equipment and property by storing, cleaning, and maintaining changeover equipment. Respond and resolve set-up issues promptly as directed by fellow staff and management. Participate in all aspects of the conversion process for events. Setting up and tearing down flooring, chairs, barricades, staging, tables, and other furnishings and equipment. Responding to promoters'/clients' needs as directed. Work extended and/or irregular hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays, as needed. Perform various duties to ensure the day-to-day operations of the facility are met, including, but not limited to, loading/unloading delivery trucks, transporting trash and waste to the proper disposal area, and replenishing supplies Assist, when necessary, with pre/post event cleaning, including, but not limited to, sweeping, mopping, trash removal, vacuuming, spot cleaning, washing, carpet cleaning Maintain outside grounds, including parking areas, the garage, entrances, and the event plaza. Perform repairs and maintenance tasks as needed, such as painting, patching, and other conversion-related operational equipment Follow detailed instructions and communicate effectively. Maintain an effective working relationship with other departments, clients, and patrons encountered in the course of employment. Works effectively under pressure and stringent schedules to produce accurate results. Perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications Previous experience with conversions is a plus. Ability to work a flexible schedule based on events, including nights, weekends, and holidays as needed. Ability to follow basic instruction and direction. Ability to perform general labor; heavy lifting is required. Ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays based on the event schedule. Must be able to work in a manner that is safe and effective. Works effectively under deadlines driven by event schedules and project timelines. Demonstrates both independent initiative and strong collaboration within a team environment. Must be able to follow detailed instructions accurately while communicating clearly and effectively. 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.

What you’ll do

The role involves performing general labor to set up and tear down equipment for various events, including flooring, seating, and staging. Additionally, the crew is responsible for maintaining equipment and ensuring the facility is clean and safe for guests.

Requirements

Candidates must be able to perform heavy lifting and work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays. Previous experience with event conversions is a plus, along with the ability to follow detailed instructions effectively.

Benefits

• Pension matching

Listed skills

• Time management · Preferred
• Heavy Lifting · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred
• Team Collaboration · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• General Labor
• Event Setup
• Equipment Maintenance
• Heavy Lifting
• Team Collaboration
• Time Management
• Communication
• Facility Maintenance

Job areas

• Sports & Recreation
• Hospitality
• Trades
• Logistics
• Security & Safety