Fairgrounds Maintenance Worker

City of Twin Falls; Twin Falls (ID); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Twin Falls is seeking a Maintenance Worker for Twin Falls County Fairgrounds. The role supports general maintenance, upkeep, and cleanliness of facilities and grounds, and prepares spaces for the annual fair, rodeos, rentals, and events.

The job involves flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, holidays, and overtime depending on events and facility needs. Emphasis on safe operation of a range of maintenance equipment and timely reporting of issues.

Qualifications

• General knowledge of building and grounds maintenance.
• Basic knowledge of carpentry, plumbing, electrical, painting, and general repair work.
• Ability to safely operate equipment such as water trucks, tele handlers, aerial lifts, tractors, mowers, and other grounds and maintenance equipment.
• Ability to safely load, transport, and move materials and equipment as necessary.
• Knowledge of basic equipment inspections, maintenance, and safe operating procedures.
• Ability to safely operate hand tools, power tools, lawn and grounds equipment, and other maintenance equipment.
• Ability to identify maintenance and safety concerns and report them appropriately.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the cleanliness and appearance of buildings, common areas, and outdoor spaces.
• Assist with mowing, trimming, weed control, irrigation, snow removal, and general grounds maintenance as needed.
• Set up and tear down tables, chairs, fencing, bleachers, stages, equipment, and other items for events and rentals.
• Assist with preparing the fairgrounds for the annual Twin Falls County Fair & Rodeo and other major events.
• Assist with cleanup before, during, and after events.
• Safely operate and maintain vehicles and equipment including water trucks, telehandlers, lifts, tractors, mowers, and other maintenance equipment.
• Report equipment malfunctions, maintenance needs, safety hazards, and property damage to the Fair Manager or supervisor.
• Follow all safety procedures and manufacturer operating guidelines when operating vehicles and equipment.

Skills

Maintenance knowledge

Carpentry & repair

Operate equipment

Material handling

Safety & inspections

Tools proficiency

Instructions following

Independence

Tools

Water trucks

Telehandlers

Aerial lifts

Tractors

Mowers

Job description

This job was posted by https://idahoworks.gov : For more information, please see: https://idahoworks.gov/jobs/2614349 Twin Falls County Maintenance Worker - TF County Fair & Rodeo SALARY $18.00 - $20.00 Hourly LOCATION Twin Falls County, ID JOB TYPE Full-time JOB NUMBER 202600072 DEPARTMENT Fairgrounds OPENING DATE 09/22/2026 CLOSING DATE Continuous Position Information

Job Description

CLASSIFICATION SUMMARY

The Maintenance Worker is responsible for assisting with the general maintenance, repair, upkeep, and cleanliness of the Twin Falls County Fairgrounds and its facilities. This position plays an important role in ensuring that the fairgrounds, buildings, equipment, grounds, and event areas are maintained in a safe, clean, and functional condition throughout the year. The Maintenance Worker will assist with preparing the facilities and grounds for the annual fair, rodeos, rentals, special events, and other activities held on the fairgrounds.

Work Schedule

This position may require a flexible work schedule. Evening, weekends, holiday, and overtime hours may be required based on facility needs, scheduled events, and the annual Twin Falls County Fair & Rodeo.

Employment Disclaimer

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by an employee in this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications. Duties and responsibilities may be modified or assigned as necessary to meet the operational needs of the Twin Falls County Fair & Rodeo.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintain the cleanliness and appearance of buildings, common areas, and outdoor spaces.
• Assist with mowing, trimming, weed control, irrigation, snow removal, and general grounds maintenance as needed.
• Set up and tear down tables, chairs, fencing, bleachers, stages, equipment, and other items for events and rentals.
• Assist with preparing the fairgrounds for the annual Twin Falls County Fair & Rodeo and other major events.
• Assist with cleanup before, during, and after events.
• Safely operate and maintain a variety of fairgrounds vehicles and equipment, including, but not limited to, water trucks, telehandlers, lifts, tractors, mowers, and other maintenance and grounds equipment.
• Use equipment to assist with facility maintenance, grounds upkeep, event setup and teardown, material handling, watering and dust control, and other fairgrounds operations.
• Perform routine pre-operation inspections and basic preventative maintenance on assigned vehicles and equipment.
• Operate and maintain maintenance equipment, hand tools, power tools, and other equipment as assigned.
• Report equipment malfunctions, maintenance needs, safety hazards, and property damage to the Fair Manager or designated supervisor.
• Follow all required safety procedures and manufacturer operating guidelines when operating vehicles and equipment.
• Assist with trash removal and maintaining dumpsters and waste disposal areas.
• Maintain an organized maintenance shop, storage areas, tools, and equipment.
• Assist with the care and maintenance of livestock and animal areas when necessary.
• Follow all safety procedures and use appropriate personal protective equipment.
• Assist other fairgrounds staff as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned in support of the operation of the Twin Falls County Fair & Rodeo.

Qualifications Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• General knowledge of building and grounds maintenance.
• Basic knowledge of carpentry, plumbing, electrical, painting, and general repair work.
• Ability to safely operate or willingness to be trained to operate equipment such as water trucks, tele handlers, aerial lifts, tractors, mowers, and other grounds and maintenance equipment.
• Ability to safely load, transport, and move materials and equipment as necessary.
• Knowledge of basic equipment inspections, maintenance, and safe operating procedures.
• Ability to safely operate hand tools, power tools, lawn and grounds equipment, and other maintenance equipment.
• Ability to identify maintenance and safety concerns and report them appropriately.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to work independent