Operations Foreman

• Oversee and participate in all aspects of the conversion process for events
• Oversee personnel and perform various duties to ensure that the day-to-day operations of the facility are met
• Direct and assist staff with pre/post event cleaning of operational equipment
• Train new hires, part-time employees or subcontracted services in the proper use of equipment, policies of the facility and life/emergency procedures
• Inspect the completion of all assigned tasks to guarantee all specifications are met
• Perform minor repairs of all associated equipment with the use of hand and power tools
• Participate in the execution of life safety and emergency programs as needed for the safe execution of events at the facility and to promote a safe working environment for all employees
• Report irregularities, discrepancies, safety or damage concerns or loss of property promptly to supervisor

• High School diploma or G.E.D required
• Two (2) years' full-time experience at a facility or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Demonstrate knowledge in operational procedures, facility capabilities, industry terminology, event-related services, and technical requirements for the types of events anticipated at the facility
• Must possess a thorough understanding of facility's event equipment
• Demonstrate knowledge of practices and procedures related to event set-up and conversions
• typical methods and techniques for cleaning and maintaining the facility equipment
• and proper use and care of hand and power tools
• Understand and work from general instructions, specifications, blueprints, sketches, event documents and preventive maintenance schedules
• Follow oral and written instructions and communicate effectively with others in both oral and written form
• Work effectively under pressure and/or stringent schedule and produce accurate results
• Ensuring and following safety measures and regulations for forklift operation
• Follow all policies/procedures, risk management, safety precautions, rules, regulations and emergency procedures established at the facility
• Demonstrate ability to carry out tasks in a reliable, productive and expedient manner and be able to adhere to strict deadlines
• Maintain an effective working relationship with clients, employees, exhibitors, patrons and others encountered in the course of employment
• Perform manual labor for extended periods, often under unfavorable weather conditions
• Work independently, exercise judgement and initiative
• Work in a fast-paced environment
• Remain flexible and adjust to situations as they occur
• Ability to organize and prioritize work to meet deadlines
• Ability to work long and irregular hours may vary due to functions and may include day, evening, weekends and holidays
• Operate a personal computer using Outlook, Windows, Word, Excel and other standard office equipment
• Be licensed to operate a motor vehicle in the United States preferred
• Possess any licenses, certificates or training required by local, state or national authorities for the operation of the equipment found in the facility

Be licensed to operate a motor vehicle in the United States preferred