General Labour - Maintenance; Events

Overview

Be Part of the Magic at Carmen’s Event Centre

Carmens Event Centre is where Hamilton comes to celebrate—and where you can be part of something unforgettable. As a team member at one of the city’s most iconic venues, you’ll help bring dream weddings, milestone galas, and show-stopping events to life in a setting known for elegance, grandeur, and timeless charm. Whether you’re welcoming guests, setting the stage, serving with polish, or supporting behind the scenes, your role plays a key part in creating once-in-a-lifetime moments.

No two events are the same, and every day brings something new, exciting, and meaningful.

As part of Carmens Group, you’ll be joining a team backed by over 40 years of hospitality excellence—and a culture built on pride, passion, and creating extraordinary experiences.

Job Type
: part time, permanent
Vacancy
:
This posting is not for an existing vacancy (newly created position / expanding headcount)
Compensation
: $19.00 - $21.00
AI Disclosure
:
Your application will be reviewed by our hiring team - we do not use artificial intelligence in the screening or selection of applicants for this position

As a General Labourer at Carmen’s Group, you’ll play an essential role in ensuring our event spaces and properties are safe, functional, and impeccably maintained. From supporting event set-ups to maintaining indoor and outdoor spaces, your hands-on work directly contributes to delivering exceptional guest experiences and seamless events.

• Maintain cleanliness, organization, and overall presentation of event properties, ensuring all amenities are fully operationa
• Assist with event set-up and tear-down, including furniture arrangements, décor changes, and technical elements such as lighting, sound systems, special effects, and pyrotechnics, in accordance with BEOs
• Support indoor property maintenance, including painting, minor plumbing repairs, and replacement of bulbs and batteries in guest areas
• Perform outdoor maintenance duties to ensure guest safety and property appeal, including snow removal, landscaping, and general grounds upkeep
• Ensure all fire safety equipment and materials are accessible, compliant, and in proper working condition
• Assist the maintenance team with preventative maintenance tasks, routine repairs, and equipment cleaning
• Perform ladder work safely, including cleaning and maintaining high fixtures throughout the property
• Identify maintenance issues, recommend improvements, and communicate updates to the appropriate teams
• Utilize inventory tracking systems to manage tools, equipment, and cleaning supplies
• Assist with office moves, furniture deliveries, and loading and unloading as required
• Clean event spaces, offices, and washrooms, including floor stripping and waxing on a scheduled basis
• Participate in safety discussions and proactively address priority concerns to maintain a safe work environment
• Support a collaborative team environment and contribute to continuous improvement across operations
• Complete Porter duties including but not limited to:
  • Set up each event space to reflect the client's vision
  • Transport set up items to event locations
  • Prepare event spaces by moving, arranging and setting up furniture as per the event contract
  • Set up tables, chairs and decor based on number of guests attending the event
  • Tear down tables, chairs and decor after the event commences
• Other duties as assigned

• Previous experience in a general labour, maintenance, or hospitality support role is considered an asset
• Hands-on, dependable, and safety-focused with a strong work ethic
• Ability to perform physical tasks including lifting, carrying, ladder work, and extended periods of standing or walking
• Strong attention to detail with a commitment to maintaining clean, safe, and well-organized work spaces
• Comfortable assisting with event set-ups, tear-downs, and property maintenance tasks
• A proactive team player with the ability to work independently and follow direction when required
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced, event-driven environment
• Positive, professional attitude with strong communication skills
• Availability to…