Operations Coordinator

The Operations Coordinator position for the Hyatt Chicago Operations / Electrical Department assist in the pre-planning of tradeshow needs on shows. In addition, support the Operations and Electrical Departments with billing, payroll and service desk functions.

Responsibilities

• Proactive contact to exhibitors to receive electrical orders.
• Follow-up contact with exhibitors to clarify orders.
• Process electrical orders and generate work orders for electrical labor.
• Review and audit electrical orders against floor plans ensuring their accuracy.
• Ensure proper work documentation and electrical billing accuracy.
• Data entry and audit of electrical labor produced at show site.
• Work the Electrical desk on non-GES shows.
• Assist with payroll and Operational functions.
• Prioritize tasks & responsibilities to meet deadlines and complete highest priorities first.
• Keep Managers and Team Managers up to date on all issues.
• Perform all duties with the utmost integrity avoiding any conflict of interest between GES and any other entities.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Qualifications:

• Valid Driver's License
• College graduate preferred/High School diploma required
• Knowledge of Tradeshow industry, preferred but not mandatory
• Excellent organizational and communication skills
• Proven verbal and written communication skills
• Detail-oriented
• Ability to effectively manage multiple projects
• Ability to work nights and weekends and possible holidays is required
• Must be able to work flexible schedule work hours, shifts or days worked will vary due to show schedules and adapt to short notice of schedule changes -standard non-show hours are 8am-4:30pm

Work Environment:

• Frequently performs work on the tradeshow floor, in noisy and crowded areas while enduring uncomfortable temperatures, dust and/or other conditions
• Job requires walking, bending, handling, reaching, grasping, lifting 25+ lbs., and repetitive motions
• Job requires long hours during show runs with varying stop and start time both early AM and late PM
• Requires working alone at times and also with others in a team atmosphere
• Work performed in office setting and also remotely from home during non-show responsibilities includes sitting at computer for long periods of time

Compensation: $22.00/hr. The pay range and actual offers are based on a variety of individualized factors including skills, qualifications, experience, location and role specific competencies. Some positions may also offer additional earnings, such as bonuses, incentives or commissions. Salary is only one part of the full value and perks of working with GES.

Our team members are our family, so we help our team members care for their families. The rewards of joining GES are extensive. We offer a comprehensive benefits package to all full-time employees. Here are some of the highlights:

• Competitive salaries
• 401K with company match
• Healthcare/vision/dental insurance
• Wellness benefits
• Career development program
• Employee assistance program
• Vacation time
• Community involvement opportunities
• Team activities

And much more...