Zoo Events Operations & Guest Services Associate

City of Abilene, Texas; Abilene (TX); On-site; USD 18,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

The City of Abilene, Texas, is seeking an entry-level Operations Worker to support Zoo events such as Boo at the Zoo, Christmas Celebration, and Wild Days, plus after-hour rentals. You will assist with setup, takedown, event operations, customer service, cleanup, and related duties at the Abilene Zoo.

Ideal candidates have basic math skills, strong customer service, and the ability to work outdoors in varying conditions.

Qualifications

• Basic math skills and guest relations.
• Principles of effective customer service.
• Basic event operations, setup, breakdown, and event flow.
• Safe operation of equipment and vehicles including golf carts and small machinery.

Responsibilities

• Perform setup, serving, bussing, takedown, and cleanup for events and rentals.
• Follow event requirements, timelines, and menu items.
• Maintain clean, safe, and organized event spaces; manage inventory.
• Provide excellent customer service to rental contacts and guests.
• Operate city vehicles and small machinery as required for events.

Skills

Customer service

Time management

Event operations

Equipment operation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

The City of Abilene, Texas, is seeking an entry-level Operations Worker to support Zoo events such as Boo at the Zoo, Christmas Celebration, and Wild Days, plus after-hour rentals. You will assist with setup, takedown, event operations, customer service, cleanup, and related duties at the Abilene Zoo.

Ideal candidates have basic math skills, strong customer service, and the ability to work outdoors in varying conditions.