US Open Temporary Structure Manager (Seasonal)
US Open · Queens, NY · 3 wk ago
Management$27/hrTemporary
Duties
- Structure Tasks
- Act as a main point-of-contact for all structure and equipment vendors
- Facilitate the overall schedule of delivery, installation and removal of all structures
- Absorb and align on all logistics related to installation and removal of all ancillary structures and equipment
- Establish regular communication with vendors and internal business groups to ensure seamless installation/removal of all ancillary structures and equipment
- Develop relationships with service technicians and respond to maintenance issues timely
- Manage light tower operation, including turning on and off all towers each night
- Act as a main point of contact for fueling vendor
- Supporting Tasks
- Provide support for beverage team related to loading/unloading product throughout US Open
- Oversee temporary barricade installations, including entrance queues and rideshare lanes
- Responsible for operating equipment on a daily basis, including forklift, power jacks, and ladders
- Assist Events, Loading Dock, Beverage and Graphics team during critical times as directed
Requirements
- Forklift certification is REQUIRED
- Ability to lift 50+ lbs. routinely
- Comfortable using ladders, pallet jacks, electric jacks, and other warehouse equipment
- Experience developing and maintaining relationships with vendors
- Available to work the full duration of the US Open (mid-July through mid-September)
- Willing to work long hours, in various weather conditions (heat, rain, etc.)
- Previous experience in a fast-paced event environment preferred
- A self-starter who is solutions oriented
- Ability to work cross-functionally with different business groups (Events, Facilities, Broadcast, Tournament Operations, etc.)
- Strong proficiency in multitasking, successfully balancing multiple projects simultaneously
Qualifications
- Reports to: Director, Event Services & Manager, Event Operations
- Compensation: $27/hour pre & post event (June- August 22), $400/day during event (August 23-September 13)