JOB TITLE: Event Operations Team Member – Summer/Seasonal

REPORTS TO: Operations Manager

HOURS:

• Flexible hours available to pick up on weekdays and weekends from 2pm–10:30pm

• Up to 40 hrs./week available

• Flexible scheduling to work with busy schedules

• Have availability to work afternoons/evenings on weekends or weekdays around event schedule

Sandhills Global Event Center (SGEC) is a premier, multi-use facility in the Midwest home to 300+ events from livestock to trade shows to weddings annually including the Super Fair. The Event Operations Team is primarily responsible for **** performing work as needed in in the summer months to set up, maintain, prepare for and serve events at the 400,000 square foot, 150-acre facility. Duties include skilled and semi-skilled tasks, which often require operation of equipment, heavy lifting and a high degree of physical exertion. This is a great job for students, farmers or anyone looking for an exciting, flexible job.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Honest, trustworthy, reliable, flexible and strives to go above and beyond
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs. comfortably
• Agriculture background/interest preferred but not required

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ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Includes the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Operating equipment such as light trucks, pallet jacks, forklifts, boom lifts, skid steer, tractors, scrubbing machines or other light power-driven equipment (training provided)

• All equipment operators can expect equipment operating time to be only a portion of their job. All operations play ‘jack of all trades' assisting roles from:

  • Event setup, cleaning, maintenance, guest services, parking lot management, campground services, ticket taking, supporting bars and cafes, etc.

• Setting up and tearing down chairs, barricades, staging, tables, other furnishings and equipment.

• Laying carpet, preparing arenas, updating signage.

• Installing and cleaning livestock stalls and preparing arenas/pens for livestock shows.

• Perform repairs and maintenance tasks such as painting, patching, replacing ceiling tile, replacing filters, etc.

• Landscaping

• Day-to-day operations include, but are not limited to, loading/unloading delivery trucks, replenishing supplies and transporting trash/waste to proper disposal area.

• Assist with pre/post event cleaning and janitorial tasks including, but not limited to sweeping, mopping, dusting, trash removal, vacuuming, spot cleaning, carpet cleaning and window washing.

• Assist with security securing doors, ushering, crowd control, etc.

• Report irregularities, discrepancies, safety, damage concerns or loss of property promptly to Operations Supervisor.

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KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES & SKILLS:

• Knowledge of or willingness to learn practices and procedures related to animal shows; event set-up; typical methods and techniques for cleaning and maintaining the facility; proper use and care of hand and power tools.
• Knowledge or willingness to operate equipment properly and efficiently
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs. comfortably
• Demonstrate a positive attitude and strong work ethic with attention to detail while following safety rules/guidelines with and without supervision is a must.
• Must perform strenuous physical duties at times including lifting, carrying, moving and climbing.
• Follow oral and written instructions and communicate effectively both verbally and written.
• Ability to work well under pressure.
• Familiarity with building controls (heat, air, lights, etc.) and audio-visual is a plus.

TRAINING & EXPERIENCE:

• High School diploma OR G.E.D.
• 1-3 months related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred
• Equipment operating experience preferred
• Must be 19 years or older

PAY:

• $14-17/hr. based on experience (raises available for strong performance)