Recreation Assistant

MARATHON STAFFING GROUP; Mesa (AZ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Term Life

Short-Term Disability

Job summary

Marathon Staffing Group is hiring for a part-time, temporary event support role in Mesa, AZ. You will help set up and tear down event spaces, move equipment, and assist attendees while working outdoors and during evenings or weekends as schedules require.

The position emphasizes safety, clear communication, and reliable attendance, with benefits available. A high school diploma or GED and at least 6 months in recreation or customer service are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• At least 6 months experience in recreation, special events or customer service.
• Ability to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends and holidays.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Ability to communicate effectively with the public.
• Valid Class D Arizona Driver's License by the hire date.

Responsibilities

• Assist with setup and tear-down of events, including tables, chairs, tents and equipment.
• Transport event equipment using City vehicles and trailers.
• Maintain and organize event storage areas.
• Monitor events to ensure safety and efficiency.
• Provide information and directions to attendees and the public.
• Organize and conduct recreation and event activities.
• Inspect equipment for safe operation and reporting issues.
• Follow safety procedures and city policies.
• Maintain attendance, time records and incident reports.
• Communicate with staff, participants, vendors and volunteers.
• Assist with housekeeping and keeping work areas safe.

Skills

Customer service

Event setup & teardown

Communication

Outdoor work

Lift up to 50 lbs

Flexible hours

Driver's license AZ Class D

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

• Part Time, Temporary Assignment (12-months)
• Located in Mesa
• Benefits Available - Medical, Dental, Vision, Term Life, Short-Term Disability

• Hourly Pay Rage $21.58

• Intermittent, 2-8 hours per week

• Part Time, Temporary Assignment (12-months)

• Located in Mesa

• Benefits Available - Medical, Dental, Vision, Term Life, Short-Term Disability

What you'll be doing

This position assists with preparing event spaces, setting up and tearing down equipment, supporting event operations, and providing information and assistance to the public. The ideal candidate enjoys working in a fast-paced, community-focused environment and is comfortable working outdoors and during evenings, weekends, and holidays as event schedules require.

You will be responsible for…

• Assist with the setup and tear-down of special events, including tables, chairs, tents, generators, recreational equipment, and other event materials.
• Transport event equipment, supplies, and materials using City vehicles and trailers, as assigned.
• Maintain and organize Special Event equipment and storage areas.
• Conduct event site visits and assist with monitoring events to help ensure activities are operating safely and efficiently.
• Provide information, directions, and assistance to event attendees, facility patrons, community members, and the general public.
• Assist with organizing and conducting recreation and special event activities.
• Inspect recreational and event equipment to ensure it is in proper working order and meets safety standards.
• Follow established safety procedures, City policies, and event guidelines.
• Maintain accurate records and complete required documentation, including attendance, time records, incident reports, and other event-related information.
• Communicate effectively with City staff, event participants, community partners, vendors, volunteers, and the public.
• Assist with general housekeeping and maintaining clean, organized, and safe event areas.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

What skills & experience you'll bring to us

• High school diploma or GED required.
• At least 6 months of experience related to recreation, special events, customer service, or a similar environment.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to lift and move event materials and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to work outdoors and in varying weather conditions.
• Ability to communicate effectively with the public and maintain positive working relationships.
• Valid Class D Arizona Driver's License by the hire date.

Any job offer is contingent upon the successful completion of pre-employment criminal background check, fingerprinting, MVR check. All qualified candidates for this position must be eligible to work in the United States.

Marathon is an Equal Opportunity IND22

About Marathon

Marathon is one of the largest regional employers, supplying temporary, on-site,contract, contract to hire and direct hire employees to companies throughout the UnitedStates. We have over three decades of staffing experience and place over 15,000 teammembers annually.

Marathon exists to help people achieve.

MARATHON IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Contact Us

AZMesa

1237 S. Val Vista Dr., Suite 216, Mesa, AZ 85204

Phone: [phone]

FaxNumber: 480-654-4606

For more information about this position, email Denise Velasquez