Event Porter (PT)

Town-of-Parker,-C; Parker (CO); On-site; USD 22,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Town of Parker seeks a motivated facility assistant to support the PACE Center and The Schoolhouse operations, events, and rentals. You will help set up rooms, move furniture, and assist with basic custodial tasks in a fast-paced public venue.

The role requires flexible evenings/weekends, basic computer skills, and strong customer service. Training is provided; background screenings may apply. Applicants must be 16 or older and able to lift and move equipment.

Qualifications

• Must be 16 years of age or older.
• Experience in events or event setup preferred.
• Experience in customer service or related area preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in all event set-ups and room restores.
• Transport, setup and dismantle equipment including tables, chairs, linen, pipe and drape, stanchions, barricades, dance floors and moderate audio/video equipment.
• Maintains restroom facilities before, during and after events. Performs tasks such as cleaning and replenishing supplies.

Skills

Customer service

Event setup

Communication

Flexibility

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Under the general supervision of the Cultural Facility Manager, this position is responsible for assisting in the operations of the PACE Center and The Schoolhouse, cultural events, event set up (moving tables, chairs, etc), maintenance, and facility rentals.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

Works under the general supervision of the Cultural Facility Manager.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED

None.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist in all event set-ups and room restores in the centers including reconfiguring rooms for a variety of classes, workshops, meetings and special events.
• Transport, setup and dismantle types of equipment including tables, chairs, linen, pipe and drape, stanchions, barricades, dance floors and moderate audio/video equipment.
• Maintains restroom facilities before, during and after events. Performs tasks, which include toilet/sink cleaning, mopping, vacuuming, sweeping and replenishing supplies/product.

PERIPHERAL DUTIES

• May be required to perform the duties of a position for which the Facility Coordinator supervises on occasion. Performs a variety of miscellaneous duties such as answering phones, collecting fees, helping set up for classes, events, etc. Performs other related duties as assigned by supervisor.
• Performs related work as assigned by supervisor.
• Works on special projects as assigned.
• Works on Town wide initiatives and programs as assigned.
• Serves as facility staff on duty as scheduled.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Must be 16 years of age or older.
• Experience in events or event set up is preferred.
• Experience in customer service or closely related area is preferred, but not required.

NECESSARY KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with Town officials, community organizations, the public, promoters, coworkers and supervisors.
• Must have strong customer service skills and a willingness to help people.
• Working knowledge of computers and modern office practices and procedures. Knowledge of word processing and various software packages related to sales including, but not limited to, Microsoft Office.
• Ability to effectively foster relationships with the public and to handle stressful situations.
• Ability to interact with a broad range of people to effectively accomplish assigned tasks or projects.
• Must be flexible and able to handle multiple tasks and conflicting priorities. Must be able to work under and adhere to deadlines, even under stressful or difficult situations.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to follow both verbal and written instructions, and the ability to issue clear and concise verbal and/or written instructions to others and report operations verbally or in written form.
• Ability to assist in setting up events and exhibits.
• Ability to set up and take down event equipment and supplies both indoors and outdoors.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed instructions that pertain to a multi-use venue and facility.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including mostly evening and weekend hours is required. Holiday work may be required.

TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED

• Various computers, software packages, telephones, copy machines, printers, and small hand tools.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is consistently required to stand and walk, use hands and fingers, handle, feel or operate objects, and will occasionally sit. The employee is consistently required to lift and carry up to 50 pounds, and push and pull up to 150 pounds. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms.

The employee may be required to climb and balance. The employee must frequently lift and carry up to 50 pounds and push our pull up to 150 pounds.

Employee must communicate clearly and effectively; must understand and be understood. Must be able to consistently engage in ordinary and telephone conversations with speech and hearing.

Employee must be able to consistently see with near and far acuity, depth perception, color and field vision.

It is essential that the employee be physically able to operate a variety of computer and office equipment successfully in order to fulfill the essential functions of this position.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND GENERAL INFORMATION

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 qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee frequently works in a public assembly facility and occasionally at outdoor events. The noise level in this environment is usually moderate, with occasionally high levels and vibrations. The employee occasionally works in a climate-controlled office environment. The noise level in this environment is usually quiet to moderate.

Occasionally, the employee will be required to work outside. The employee will occasionally encounter odors, dusts, and mists.

The duties listed are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed and are in no way construed or perceived to be exhaustive.

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

Parker is committed to maintaining a friendly, hometown atmosphere. We place a premium on teamwork and participation while encouraging creativity and individual initiative. We believe that through collaboration, leadership can occur at all levels. We take our commitments seriously and strive to reach positive solutions. The duties of the job description are to be performed by demonstrating the Town's core values of Commitment to Quality Service, Integrity, Innovation and Teamwork. This job description does not intend to list every function of the position, does not constitute an employment agreement, and is subject to change. In order to ensure the safety of the public and reduce the risk for loss, background screenings are completed on applicants selected for employment, internship opportunities and safety sensitive volunteer positions. All positions are subject to a basic screening process including but not limited to criminal history search, reference check, degree and employment verification. In addition to the basic screening process, other screenings may include but are not limited to: Drug screen, Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) check, polygraph examination, psychological evaluation, credit report and/or physical examination.

NOTE

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Hiring range: $16.00- $17.48

Full pay range: $16.00 - $20.27