Job Summary:
WHO ARE WE?
Live Nation Entertainment is the world’s leading live entertainment and eCommerce company, comprised of four market leaders: Ticketmaster, Live Nation Concerts, Front Line Management Group and Live Nation Network.
As the largest producer of live music concerts, Live Nation Concerts operates over 45 venues across the United States. For additional information, visit http://www.livenationentertainment.com/.
WHO ARE YOU?
You are passionate about the environment and have experience in events management and/or operations. You are great at problem solving on the fly, aren’t scared to get dirty, and maintain an enthusiastic and positive attitude. You are very organized and an effective communicator. You are comfortable providing direction, while also being willing to jump in and help whenever necessary.
All employees have a leading role in the service experience of our guests. That’s why SAFETY for employees and guests is ourfirst priority. We show CARE around every corner and look to create ENCORE moments of service excellence for everyone. And our commitment to EFFICIENCY, is our way of staying well-organized. So, join us! We need these kinds of skills and talents as we Create Once in a Lifetime Experiences for our Fans.
THE ROLE: Talking Stick Resort Amphitheatre seeking a Zero Waste Coordinator to help us take our sustainability programs to the next level. This role is the backbone and driving force behind Live Nation’s resource recovery and circularity program and is responsible for ensuring maximum landfill diversion during event waste sorting, educating both fans and staff, and supporting your Venue Sustainability Manager’s efforts contributing to the venue sustainability culture. This position will work under the Venue Sustainability Manager and be part of the venue operations team. Coming into 2024, Talking Stick Resort Amphitheatre is setting new targets to become an industry leader in zero waste. Meeting this goal will be a priority task for the Venue Sustainability Manager, and therefore all the Zero Waste Coordinators at this venue. This is a seasonal, part-time position for show days. Hours per week will vary depending on show schedule and business needs at the time.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Participate in Zero Waste Coordinator on-boarding training.
Assist in the mid- and post-show waste sorting process of all recycling, composting, donations, and landfill materials.
Be available to work show days and non-show days to ensure all waste is sorted and diverted.
Relay boots on the ground observations to guide areas of improvement and overall program development.
Contribute ideas to improve material circularity based on most commonly seen items in the waste stream.
Assist the Venue Sustainability Manager with educational support to all crew members and fans.
Maintain a clean sorting area and support the post-show pick after each event, which will occasionally result in scheduled shifts occurring on days after a show.
Support compliance with local environmental policies and mandates.
Other tasks as assigned by the Venue Sustainability Manager on an as-need basis.
Qualifications:
Show days require about 90% of the time spent walking, bending, reaching, stooping, lifting and carrying 50+ lbs. with about 75% of that time spent sorting materials
Not afraid to get dirty or be around unpleasant odors
Ability to work outside in variable weather
Strong time management skills to show up on time and work late hours
Dedication to participate in something that will have a real and immediate impact to the cause
Must be able to work well with other departments
A positive attitude
Creative thinker and problem solver
A strong sense of teamwork and ability to execute programs
Experience in events/zero waste events are a plus
