Dockhand - Toronto, Canada - Metro Toronto Convention Centre Corp.

Metro Toronto Convention Centre Corp.

Verified Company

Toronto, Canada

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

Job Classification:

Casual

Department:

Docks

Shifts:

Rotating (Days, Evening, Nights, Weekends) as Required

Bargaining Unit:

Labourers' International Union of North America (LiUNA), Local 506

A 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.

Responsibilities:

Monitor traffic flow of the Docks area during movein/outs
Install/hang blackout drapes
Ensure that inspections of the loading facilities are completed as required
Communicate with various departments and contractors
Work in a safe manner
Some heavy lifting and/or carrying is required, as is the ability to work in all weather conditions

Job Skills and Requirements

Exhibit good customer services skills
Experience in using computer systems and utilizing MS Office would be an asset
Valid driver's license required
May require high reach equipment and propane training
Heavy lifting and carrying is required
Ability to work in all weather conditions (summer and winter)
Must have their own safety shoes
Must have experience in using computer systems and typing skills
Experience in using high reach equipment, forklift and propane training is an asset
Flexibility and shift work, including days, evenings, and weekends.

For a behind the scenes look at how our team helps our customers create successful events, visit our Instagram page:

June 26, 2023

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.