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USC Auxiliary Services, one of the largest divisions at The University of Southern California, is focused on making a difference for over 65,000 students, athletes, faculty, staff, and guests who visit our campuses each day. Through our innovative services, our six central business units (USC Bookstores, USC Hospitality, USC Housing, USC Transportation, the USC Hotel and the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum) collectively create the best USC experience for future leaders, scientists, filmmakers, engineers, and doctors alike. Auxiliary Services works tirelessly to welcome all visitors into the Trojan family. We are driven to succeed by our commitment to uphold our six unifying values in Integrity, Excellence, Well-Being, Open Communication, Accountability, and Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.
Nicknamed The Greatest Stadium in the World, the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseumhas hosted college football, professional football, two Olympics, a World Series game and numerous concerts since 1923. As the home for Trojan Football, the Coliseum has become a symbol for University excellence and spirit. USC has committed $270 million to Coliseum renovations to guarantee its continuing presence as a premiere stadium well into the future, serving all Angelenos and Trojans alike.
We are seeking an Operations Coordinator, LA Memorial Coliseum to join our rapidly growing team.
The Opportunity:
If you are excited about event support and facilities management, then look no further! As the Coliseum’s Operations Coordinator, you will set-up, stage, and break-down our event equipment, furniture, and promotional materials, as you lead our general services staff. We will rely on you to ensure our staff maintains a positive, enthusiastic and above all, a safe working environment. We are a hardworking team, and we want you to join us!
The Accountabilities:
- Lead general services staff or others who move, pickup, and/or deliver equipment, supplies, and other materials. Arrange access for furniture moves. Lead relocation of office furniture, equipment, lab materials, etc. Install modular furniture and objects such as framed art on walls. Deliver and install rental equipment and furniture. Repair custom equipment, as needed. Make recommendations regarding rental agreement needs.
- Assist supervisor with scheduling, supervision, and management of department.
- Assist with remodeling projects, including demolition. Dispose of furniture and materials according to university and state standards and guidelines.
- Lead others setting-up and breaking-down event equipment and furniture.
- Assist with or perform maintenance and/or repair for gas/diesel powered vehicles and related equipment. Determine repair needs for vehicles.
- Operate forklifts and other heavy moving equipment. Operate specialized tools (e.g., jackhammers, pallet-jacks, etc.) as required.
- Facilitate small facility improvement projects including minor carpentry, painting, landscaping, lighting, mechanical, and/or plumbing as dictated by event load.
- Perform other related duties as assigned or requested. The University reserves the right to add or change duties at any time.
The Qualifiers:
- Education: High School Diploma
- Experience: 3 years
- Expertise:
- Experience moving furniture and general maintenance
- Experience supervising and guiding other employees
- Experience driving 1.5 ton trucks
- Demonstrated ability to learn city and state building codes, OSHA rules and regulations, University standards, and other requirements for workplace safety
- Ability to communicate effectively in English
- Valid CA driver's license required. Position will participate in the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) Pull Notice System. A copy of DMV record will be required as a final condition of employment. For more information please visit the policy website.
What We Prefer:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Sport Management, Recreational Studies, Event Management, or related field
- 4 years of experience
- Experience operating handheld power tools and shop/construction machinery
The Trojan Family Rewards:
We pride ourselves in creating the BEST USC EXPERIENCE, and that begins with our employees! We offer a wide variety of benefits and programs that support our staff and their families. For more information please visit http://benefits.usc.edu.
This support advocates work-life balance and employee well-being. As members of the Trojan family, employees are connected by the traditions and history that make us proud to be Trojans!
As an equal opportunity employer, USC values and promotes diversity and inclusion in the workplace. The work culture thrives on mutual respect, trust, and synergy amongst all of its members.
USC has great minds that transform the world with their talents and research. Will you be one? Join us!
FIGHT ON!
The hourly rate for this position is $26.75/hr. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state, and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations.
USC is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law or USC policy. USC will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring ordinance. We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants with questions about access or requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact USC Human Resources by phone at (213) 821-8100, or by email at uschr@usc.edu. Inquiries will be treated as confidential to the extent permitted by law.
The hourly rate for this position is $26.75/hr. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state, and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations.
USC is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law or USC policy. USC will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring ordinance. We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants with questions about access or requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact USC Human Resources by phone at (213) 821-8100, or by email at uschr@usc.edu. Inquiries will be treated as confidential to the extent permitted by law.
