Job Description - General Labourer - Carmens Event Centre
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. Why Work for Carmens Group?
Flexible scheduling
Great Place to Work Certified (2022-2024)
Named Best Workplace in several award categories:
Most Trusted Executive Teams
Best Places to Work in Hospitality & Retail
Best Places to Work in Canada
Best Workplaces for Women
Best Workplaces for Mental Wellness
Perks & Benefits
Pay on Demand – get paid when you need it
Global Hotel Discounts for your travels
Staff discounts at our restaurants
Employee Scholarship Program
Wellness programs & staff events
Clear opportunities to grow into leadership roles
Employee recognition programs celebrating your achievements and milestones
Referral bonuses when you bring great talent to the team
Safe, inclusive and supportive workplace culture
Join a company that values your growth, wellbeing and passion – where your career is supported every step of the way. Job Type: Part-time Vacancy: This posting is for an existing vacancy (replacement for a currently unfilled position) Compensation: $20.00 per hour 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. What you will be doing: 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. Your responsibilities will include:
Maintain cleanliness, organization, and overall presentation of event properties, ensuring all amenities are fully operational
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
Other duties as assigned
What Makes You a Strong Fit
Previous experience in property maintenance/landscaping
Experience with hand and power tools
Ability to perform physical tasks including lifting, carrying, and extended periods of standing, walking, or crouching
Strong attention to detail with a commitment to maintaining clean, safe, and well-organized workspaces
Hands-on, dependable, and safety-focused with a strong work ethic
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
Flexible availability to work during the daytime both mid-week and on weekends
We are Carmens Group—a proud Hamilton-born hospitality company with a mission to create extraordinary memories. Our venues include Carmens Event Centre, The C Hotel, The Lakeview, the Hamilton Convention Centre, fig&lemon Catering, The Arlington Hotel, and the Good Earth Food & Wine. Together, we’re shaping the future of Southern Ontario’s event and culinary scene—one unforgettable experience at a time. Are You Ready to Take the Lead? If you’re a passionate service professional who thrives in fast-paced event environments and takes pride in creating unforgettable guest experiences, this is your moment. Apply today and let’s deliver something extraordinary—together. Carmens Group makes certain there is an equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants for employment.Carmens Group will strive to provide accommodation to persons with disabilities in the recruitment process upon request. If you are selected for an interview and you require accommodation due to a disability during the recruitment process, please notify People & Cultureupon schedulingyour interview.
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