About the role#
The O'Connell Center hires crew members to support events held at the facility. You will work across three main areas: event staff, changeover, and technical operations. We provide training for all tasks, so no prior experience is required. This is a part-time position with flexible scheduling where you choose shifts from our event calendar.
What you'll do#
- Assist patrons by answering questions and helping them find seats.
- Scan tickets at entry points.
- Set up and break down event spaces.
- Maintain cleanliness throughout the facility during events.
- Support stage, electrical, and audio needs for productions.
- Uphold building, university, and event policies.
What you'll need#
- Availability to work weeknights and weekends.
- Ability to work at least 25 hours per month during fall and spring semesters.
- Commitment to work one holiday shift per semester, two shifts during home football game days, one fall commencement shift, and two spring commencement shifts.
- If you are a UF student, you must maintain a minimum 2.0 grade point average.
- Willingness to learn on the job and adapt to new tasks quickly.
- Strong time-management skills.
- Openness to being taught by peers.
- Ability to work more than the minimum hour requirements is preferred.
Location & details#
- Location: Gainesville, Florida.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Pay: $15.00 per hour during a probationary period, increasing to $16.00 per hour afterward.
About University of Florida
The University of Florida is a public research university based in Gainesville. It operates as a land-grant institution with a focus on education, research, and innovation. Founded in 1853, the school serves as the oldest and largest university in the state. It maintains a diverse range of academic programs and employs over 31,000 staff members.
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