Conversion Technician

About the role

The Conversion Technician is responsible for setting up and taking down all games, meetings, functions and events at a state-of-the-art, multi-purpose sports and entertainment facility. The role involves hands-on conversion work, heavy equipment operation and assisting with load-in/load-out.

Key responsibilities

• Take part in every step of the conversion process, including setting up and tearing down flooring, portable chairs, operable walls, barricades, staging, tables and other furniture and equipment.
• Convert the facility according to event requirements and execute work orders accurately and on time.
• Perform manual labor and heavy lifting, and assist with load-ins and load-outs.
• Operate heavy equipment such as forklifts, scissor lifts, tugs, boom lifts and bobcats in line with OSHA specifications.
• Help with repairs and maintenance such as painting, patching and equipment repair.
• Maintain a safe work environment and report irregularities, damage and safety concerns promptly.

Required profile

• High school diploma or equivalent GED.
• 2 years of general labor and/or operations experience.
• Ability to work under pressure, adapt to change and communicate effectively, written and verbally.
• Willingness to work irregular and extended hours, including nights, weekends and holidays, and to work in large crowds.
• Physical demands: standing and walking for long periods, lifting up to 50 pounds occasionally, and exposure to noise, cold, heat, chemicals and electricity.

Required skills

• Ability to operate heavy equipment with precision and accuracy; certification and license where applicable.
• Working knowledge of safety requirements, public venue standards, building systems and OSHA regulations.
• Preferred: knowledge of event set-up and conversion, and of HVAC, lighting, audio-visual, computer energy management systems and related codes.