Facilities & Events Assistant – Flexible Hours & Outdoor Work

The Contemporary Austin; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 3,031,000; Full time

Job summary

The Contemporary Austin is seeking a Facilities Attendant to support both Jones Center and Laguna Gloria locations. You will oversee daily operations of buildings and grounds, assist with event setups, coordinate with vendors, and help with safety training and AV equipment setup.

Ideal candidates can lift 50lbs, work outdoors in varying conditions, and communicate effectively with staff and vendors. Flexible hours including evenings and weekends are required.

Qualifications

• Flexible hours including evenings and weekends.
• Reliable transportation to both locations.
• Ability to work outdoors in heat and cold.
• Comfortable with basic hand tools and equipment.
• Strong problem-solving and organizational skills.
• Effective communication and collaboration abilities.

Responsibilities

• Maintain general site facilities and equipment across both locations.
• Monitor and coordinate with external vendors, grant access, relay information to Facilities team.
• Assist in setting up events (tables, chairs, tents) for rentals and programs.
• Provide event support for large fundraising events.
• Report facility issues using the internal Teams app.
• Participate in site development, reorganizations, and furniture setup.
• Assist with crowd and traffic flow during busy times.
• Open and close buildings, manage alarms as required.
• Participate in Health & Safety trainings.
• Set up, operate, and troubleshoot basic AV equipment.

Skills

Outdoor work

Lifting 50lbs

Ladder access (16ft)

Independent worker

Team player

Communication skills

Driving (clean record)

Positive attitude

Tools

Hand tools

Shop vacs

Sump pumps

Floor buffer

Pressure washers

Job description

The Contemporary Austin is seeking a Facilities Attendant to support both Jones Center and Laguna Gloria locations. You will oversee daily operations of buildings and grounds, assist with event setups, coordinate with vendors, and help with safety training and AV equipment setup.

Ideal candidates can lift 50lbs, work outdoors in varying conditions, and communicate effectively with staff and vendors. Flexible hours including evenings and weekends are required.