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Event Maintenance Worker

DEPARTMENT
Public Works

REPORTS
Events Coordinator

PART-TIME
5 to 20 hrs. per week; predominantly evenings and weekends (for festivals, and events)

GENERAL PURPOSE
Performs a variety of unskilled and semi-skilled tasks in the maintenance and operation of parks, open spaces, grounds, turf, and related facilities. 

This position requires working during city-sponsored events.  The events take place throughout the year, usually at night and on weekends. The position requires coordination with the Event Coordinator.

Open and close, lock and unlock facilities as needed

This position requires weekend cleanup at the Pavilion after rentals.  The position will clean the entire facility and set the equipment back to the standard required for the facility rental.

SUPERVISION
Works under the immediate supervision of an Events Coordinator or Public Works Maintenance Supervisor as necessary.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Pre-Event Setup

(A) Required to inspect all event equipment (staging, sound systems, lighting, chairs, tables) for functionality and safety.

(B) Setting up and arranging event furniture, signage, and equipment according to event specifications.

(C) Checking power outlets and electrical connections.

(D) Ensuring proper stage setup, including backdrops and lighting configurations.

During event maintenance:

(A) Monitoring event space for any potential hazards or maintenance issues.

(B) Performing minor repairs on equipment as needed. (e.g. Fixing loose cables, adjusting chair positions.

(C) Addressing technical issues that may arise during the event.

(D) Responding to requests from event staff regarding equipment and adjustments.

(E) Maintaining cleanliness of the event space by removing trash and debris.

Post-Event Breakdown

(A) Disassemble and pack away equipment properly.

(B) Inspecting equipment for damage and reporting any issues.

(C) Cleaning and sanitizing event spaces.

(D) Performing basic maintenance tasks on equipment to ensure proper functionality for future events.

ADDITIONAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Mows and maintains parks and open space areas; mows lawns; and weeds; cleans and maintains the courts and park equipment; maintains, repairs, and installs sprinkler systems, including lines and heads.

Installs and maintains tennis, pickleball, and basketball.  Assists in the maintenance of the swimming areas.

Sweeps, power washes, paints, and repairs or replaces outdoor tables, sidewalks, and slabs.

Performs minor skilled or semi-skilled maintenance of open space structures, such as restrooms, shelters, maintenance sheds, etc.  The position will perform custodial, maintenance, plumbing, and other unskilled and semi-skilled trade works.

Plants lawns, trees, shrubs, and flowers.  Carries out the seeding, fertilizing, top dressing, soil conditioning, and watering of parks and open spaces. Maintains current skills and knowledge in the proper and safe techniques of building and grounds maintenance functions.

Maintains current skills and knowledge in the proper and safe techniques of building and grounds maintenance functions.

Collects and disposes of solid waste from buildings and grounds; picks up litter and debris from city-owned premises.

Keeps records of work completed.

DESIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience

Any combination of education and experience which demonstrates the knowledge and experience to perform the work.

Necessary Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Any combination of education and experience which demonstrates the knowledge and experience to perform the work.

(A) Any combination of equipment, materials, and supplies used in building and grounds maintenance.  Some knowledge of equipment and supplies is used to do minor repairs; some knowledge of first aid and applicable safety precautions.

(B) Ability to work independently and to complete daily activities according to work schedule; Ability to lift heavy objects, walk and stand for long periods, and to perform strenuous physical labor under adverse field conditions; Ability to communicate orally and in writing. 

(D) Ability to use equipment and tools properly and safely; Ability to understand and follow and transmit oral and written instructions; Ability to establish effective working relationships with employees, supervisors, and the public.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Valid state driver’s license 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, feel, or operate objects, tools, or controls and reach with hands and arms.  The employee frequently is required to stand and talk or listen.  The employee is occasionally required to walk; sit; climb or balance; stoop; kneel crouch or crawl; and smell.

The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in outside weather conditions. The employee frequently works near moving mechanical parts and is frequently in wet and/or humid conditions and vibration.  The employee occasionally works in high, precarious places and is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles of toxic or caustic chemicals and risks electrical shock.

The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

SECTION GUIDELINES

Formal application, rating of education and experience; oral interview, and reference check; job-related tests may be required.

Drug testing is required at the time of employment.

Background check is required at the time of employment.

The duties listed above are intended only as an illustration of the various types of work that may be performed.  The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is a similar related or logical assignment to the position.

The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.