Houseperson - Toronto, Canada - Metro Toronto Convention Centre

Metro Toronto Convention Centre

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Toronto, Canada

3 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Job Classification:

Casual

Department:

Event Services
Shifts:
Rotating (Days, Evening, Nights, Weekends) as Required
Bargaining Unit:
Labourers' International Union of North America (LiUNA), Local 506A multi-award winning facility, the Metro Toronto Convention Centre (MTCC) has earned a solid reputation as North America's leading Convention Centre, and has held over 18,000 events and hosted over 55 million guests since opening for business in October 1984. Covering over 2 million square feet, the MTCC is Canada's largest convention facility, boasting seven exhibit halls, two large capacity ballrooms, and a beautiful 1,232 seat theatre among its many assets. It also houses 70 fully furnished meeting rooms, and 167,000 square feet of beautifully decorated pre-function spaces.

The MTCC is conveniently connected to Toronto's Union Station railway and transit station through the Skywalk and is also accessible via the city's underground PATH system.

MTCC is a Crown Corporation of the Province of Ontario and is proudly governed and led by an executive management team and an independent board of directors comprised of senior private sector business leaders.

The mandate of the company is to position the Centre as a world-class destination, while helping to generate economic benefit to the community and at the same time remaining financially self-sufficient.

The Metro Toronto Convention Centre prides itself on its professionalism, responsiveness, and dedication to making every event it hosts memorable for its customers and guests alike.

Casual positions are currently available in the Event Services Department for Casual Housepersons, who will report to the Event Services Management Team.

Responsibilities include setting up and taking down furniture such as tables and chairs, and heavy equipment such as staging and dance floors in various configurations for meetings and events.

Cleaning and maintaining Event Services equipment and areas. Other duties as assigned by the Supervisor as per client needs.

Heavy lifting and strenuous activity involved.

Previous experience in a similar environment dealing with large functions/shows is desirable, as is training in proper lifting techniques and forklift operation.

Job Skills and Requirements
This is a casual hourly position including evening and midnight shifts during weekdays and weekends.

March 25, 2024

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Please note:
The Metro Toronto Convention Centre is proud to provide employment accommodation during the recruitment process. During any stage of the recruitment process, applicants have the right to request accommodation.