Oak View Group is the global leader in venue development, management, and premium hospitality services for the live event industry. Offering an unmatched, 360-degree solution set for a collection of world-class owned venues and a client roster that includes the most influential, highest attended arenas, convention centers, music festivals, performing arts centers, and cultural institutions on the planet.

Under general supervision of the Operations Manager, the Operations Foreman supervises and coordinates the set-up/changeovers of the Arena and Conference Center events. This position provides direction to Operations Supervisors, Leads, and Crew.

This role pays an hourly rate of $26 to $28.

For FT roles: Benefits: Health, Dental and Vision insurance, 401(k) savings plan, 401(k) matching, and paid time off (vacation days, sick days, and 11 holidays).

This position will remain open until May 16, 2025.

• Supervise and participate in conversions of the Arena and Conference Center.
• Performs pre-event inspections and ensures that sufficient equipment and personnel are available to properly convert the facility
• Performs post-event inspections and reports any building or equipment damage or loss
• Monitor workflow and inspect the completion of all assigned tasks to guarantee all specifications are met
• Ensure all tools and equipment are returned to their proper place after a conversion
• Train new hires and supervise part-time and/or contract staff.
• Perform repairs and preventative maintenance of the Arena and all facility equipment as directed
• Monitor equipment and supply inventory and advise when orders are needed
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned

Education and Experience:

• Minimum of two years’ experience in multiuse facility operations.
• Minimum of three years’ experience in supervision of others/work crews. 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Working knowledge of facility and arena operations, changeovers and setups.
• Working knowledge of operations equipment including forklifts, pallet jacks, staging, basketball floors, hockey glass, etc.
• Ability to follow written instruction, interpret AutoCAD drawings and execute plans.
• Ability to supervise staff in performance of changeover functions.
• Capable of working nights, weekends and holidays, as well extended hours when needed.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks at one time.
• Ability to meet deadlines and function under stress.
• Knowledge of OSHA requirements. 

Licenses/Special Requirements:

• Valid Driver’s License
• Forklift certification is preferred but not required.

Physical demands:

• Must be physically capable of heavy lifting (75 pounds), assembly and orderly set-up or physical facility inventory items including dasher boards, hockey glass, basketball flooring, staging, seating, tables and other event driven needs.

Work environment:

• The duties of this position are performed indoors and occasionally outdoors in the weather conditions prevalent at the time. The noise level in the work environments is usually moderate to loud during events and minimal during non-event times.

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.

Oak View Group is committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally recognized basis (“protected class”) including, but not limited to veteran status, uniform service member status, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information or any other protected class under federal, state, or local law.