Conversion Crew Team Lead
11 days ago
Denver
Job Description The application window for this position has an anticipated end date of 01/12/2026. Company Overview The Denver Center for the Performing Arts (DCPA) is one of the largest non-profit theatre organizations in the nation, presenting Broadway tours and producing theatre, cabaret, musicals, and innovative, immersive experiences. Through these experiences and alongside our robust Education program, we engage hundreds of thousands of visitors each year. The DCPA’s workforce includes more than 300 employed team members in non-union and union positions (in partnership with seven unions). In addition, we employ hundreds of artists and contractors annually. We have a strong volunteer program which includes more than 300 volunteers. Our Mission: “We engage and inspire through the transformative power of live theatre.” Culture Statement For more than 40 years, creativity and community have been the foundation of the Denver Center for the Performing Arts’ success. As a leading cultural organization in the Rocky Mountain West, we are actively participating in a cultural evolution of belonging and anti-racism. Our commitment to reflect the diversity and priorities of our community — in our workplace, audience and programming — has never been more present. We believe that the theater can transform us — and be transformed by us. We invite you to be part of our Team. Job Purpose The Conversion Crew Team Lead serve as a Conversion Crew team member while also overseeing the Conversion Crew during their assigned shifts. They will be responsible for the setup and breakdown of tables, chairs, staging, dance floors, and other furnishings and equipment for various functions held within the DCPA’s event spaces and theatre lobbies. The Team Lead has the additional responsibilities of reviewing written conversion instructions, determining and managing a plan for executing the instructions with the assigned crew members, maintaining all safety standards and best practices during the shift, and sending a shift report at the conclusion of the shift. The Conversion Crew Team Lead will report to the Manager of Event Operations and will work alongside the Event Services, Patron Experience, and Facilities teams to ensure the event spaces and theatre lobbies are properly set for events, theatre production runs, and venue standards. The Conversion Crew Team Lead will utilize floorplan diagrams and written instructions to execute the setups and breakdowns of each space and will also oversee proper equipment storage. In addition, Conversion Crew Team Leads will occasionally serve as coat check attendants when that service is contracted by a client. Duties and Responsibilities • Read floorplan diagrams and accurately execute written instructions for seups and breakdowns of in-house and rented equipment including: tables, chairs, dance floor, staging platforms, trashcans, portable bars, coat racks, stanchions, and other non-technical equipment., • Review instructions with and delegate tasks to conversion crew members assigned to each shift., • Ensure team members are working efficiently and re-direct team members’ work as needed., • Perform all aspects of the setup and breakdown which could include: connecting and laying out dance floor, rolling and lifting tables, moving and setting stage platforms at various heights, stacking and unstacking chairs, setting stanchions for crowd management, moving equipment in and out of storage areas, and more., • Understand and enforce all safety guidelines and best practices for inspecting and handling materials and equipment, proper techniques for lifting and moving, and operation of equipment., • Document and elevate any concerns through the appropriate avenues for maintenance or execution concerns., • Ensure equipment is either set up or stored orderly and securely in assigned locations., • Routine minor maintenance and care for assigned equipment which could include: vacuuming carpeted stage before breakdown, polishing dance floor tiles, annual chair cleaning and detailing, and more., • Understand overall event and theatre schedules and proactively anticipate and troubleshoot storage issues., • Write and send a post-shift report detailing status of assigned tasks, concerns or maintenance issues, equipment condition updates, and highlights regarding personnel performance, • Assist with administrative and operational duties or special projects of the Venue Operations department as assigned. Qualifications & Experience • Must be able to lift 50 pounds and team-lift up to 80 pounds., • Must be able to move and lift tables, chairs, stage platforms, dance floor pieces, and other equipment for a 4-6 hour shift., • This position requires the ability to work a varied schedule, including early mornings, afternoons, evenings, late nights, weekends, and holidays as determined by the events and theatre schedule., • Work respectfully as part of a team and give considerate direction to team members., • Proficient at reading and understanding instructions written and spoken in English., • Familiarity with event setup and reading floorplans required., • Basic proficiency in measuring devices and hand tools., • Ability to interpret and execute technical floorplans and diagrams., • Ability to understand and enforce best safety practices., • Ability to oversee other employees and make assignments to ensure efficient workflow., • Demonstrated ability to handle a fast-paced environment calmly and efficiently., • Strong skills in troubleshooting and task prioritization., • Ability to exercise good judgment regarding best practices and potential emergencies., • Catering, conversion, special events services, stewarding, or stagehand experience required. Supervisor Responsibility Oversees conversion crew team members during assigned shift (no direct reports). Work Environment • The work is primarily performed in one 166,000 square foot building including spaces in theatres, lobbies, a large ballroom, reception room, loading docks, and storage spaces., • Shifts are scheduled based on the needs of the event and are usually scheduled for 4-6 hours at varying times of day and night., • Requires working with and around groups of various people with differing functions and roles. Physical Requirements While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk, walk, stand, hear, and communicate. The work requires vigorous movement within the work environment, lifting and moving items up to 50 pounds (or team liftin up to 80 pounds), ushing hands to handle or feel, bending, walking reaching, climbing ladders, and utilizing a lift. May need to work in aerial lifts or on loft storage spaces at heights up to 25 feet. This role occasionally uses standard office equipment such as computers and printers. Compensation $23.50 Hourly Benefits Occasional positions include the following benefits: Sick time accruals The DCPA does not require applicants to disclose age, date of birth or dates of attendance and/or graduation from an educational institution in their application for employment. Applicants may redact these and other applicable dates from their resume, transcript, and any other material that they submit as part of their application for employment. In order to provide high quality, culturally competent care to our patrons, students, guests and team members, it is of highest importance that our hiring practices reflect our values by offering an environment that celebrates diversity and embraces inclusion. All of our team members – regardless of race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, language, abilities/disabilities, socioeconomic status, geographic region, or other defining characteristics – should feel welcome and valued.