Setup Technician- PT

Job Description

Job Description

ABOUT THE BJCC

For over 50 years, the Birmingham-Jefferson Convention Complex (BJCC) has served as a premier entertainment destination attracting a broad array of events across a diverse collection of venues. Centrally located in the heart of Birmingham, Alabama’s Uptown Entertainment District, the BJCC campus includes Legacy Arena at the BJCC, Protective Stadium, BJCC Concert Hall, over 220,000 square feet of meeting & exhibition space, and City Walk BHAM, a 31-acre public outdoor space with a dog park, pickleball courts, skate park and much more.  For more information visit  

Summary/Objective 
The part-time Setup Technician is skilled labor work responsible for setting up equipment (chairs, event staging, tables, various flooring, skirting tables, placing of tablecloths, etc.) for all events held in the BJCC arena and other venues, as required. Also is responsible for minor repair/maintenance of broken equipment, upkeep, and flooring in the arena.  

Technical Expertise and Knowledge

Demonstrates understanding and full performance ability in each of the following:

• Ability to setup chairs, tables, flooring, equipment, and supplies as instructed for events.
• Cleaning equipment, storage rooms, and tool rooms.
• Transport equipment with use of forklift and other machinery, as necessary.
• Loading and unloading trucks and other vehicles.
• Cooperative spirit to perform other related duties as required.
• Ability to follow verbal and written communications, regarding setup needs, event needs, and distributes to appropriate internal and external departments
• Effectively listen, speak, write, and interact in a tactful and persuasive manner in both a work and public setting.  
• Demonstrates an ability to document and maintain records, recordings, etc., relating to repair, maintenance and preventive maintenance of equipment and tasks.
• Positive working relationships with event managers, promoters, exhibitors, patrons, and other internal customers to deliver seamless service delivery for setup and repair needs.

Work Environment

This position may have a moderate to extensive stress level associated with dealing with crowds of public visitors. The environment is mainly indoors, however position may be required to work outdoors and exposed to the elements (heat, rain, etc.).  

Physical Demands

Position requires lifting, climbing, carrying, bending, stooping, squatting, and kneeling for extended periods of time.  Extensive walking and or standing.  Ability to lift up to 100-pound items with or without assistance, while maintaining good balance.  Must be flexible enough to reach above shoulder level and be able to push and pull for extended periods of time.  

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

This is a part-time position; hours of work must be flexible and varied to meet the demands of the events of the facility. Must be able to work extended and/or irregular hours including day, nights, weekends, and holidays, as needed.

Required Education and Experience

• Minimum of one (1) year related knowledge, experience, and skills in similar position. 
• High School Diploma or G.E.D.  Trade or technical school training in related discipline preferred.
• Valid State of Alabama Driver License preferred.

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

• Knowledgeable of the practices, methods, tools, materials, and equipment used in maintenance and repairs.
• Knowledge of the occupational hazards of building trades and of necessary safety precautions.
• Capable of working unsupervised after being instructed on tasks.
• Ability to understand oral and written instructions in English.
• Ability to work under pressure and work extended and/or irregular hours including day, nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Ability to be supervised and work cooperatively with co-workers and provide good internal and external customer service.
• Capable of using and caring for general maintenance/hand tools, repair tools and equipment.
• Ability to safely operate a forklift (certification preferred), hand trucks and tools and equipment.
• Basic computer skills preferred.