Venue Operations Associate

Description

Waukesha Count's Exposition Center is seeking to fill a Venue Operations Associate position.

Description

Under supervision, to perform work involving the preparation of the Exposition Center complex for events in accordance with lease agreements; to perform basic building maintenance & custodial duties; to participate in the training and supervision of seasonal staff; and to perform other duties as required.

Hourly Rate Range : $11.31 to $22.63 depending on qualifications

Prior to hiring, the successful candidate will be subject to work / education / certification reference(s) verification, a criminal background and driver's license check.

Example of Duties

Examples of Duties

Performs unskilled and semi-skilled manual labor involving the maintenance, construction, and repair of Expo Center Complex, including but not limited to :

• Organize and perform set-up for events by arranging tables, chairs, podiums, sound systems and other items in accordance with the lease agreements

Serves as a representative of the Exposition Center to lessees during events by ensuring proper operation of the facility, compliance with lease agreements, and the resolution of questions or concerns expressed by the lessee or event attendees.

Performs semi-skilled maintenance and repairs to the interior and exterior of buildings and plumbing, heating, sound, and electrical systems.

Assigns, directs, and reviews the work of temporary Expo Center Aides assigned to the facilities when full time staff is not present.

Assist in orientation and training of seasonal employees in proper custodial and set up procedures.

Cleans public areas of the facilities by performing duties such as mopping floors, hallways, and restrooms, scrubbing carpets, washing walls, and emptying garbage.

Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with clients and Expo visitors. Maintains a positive image of the Exposition Center and the Waukesha County Government.

Help maintain the Expo Center Grounds during all seasons.

Communicates problems, concerns, and suggestions for improvement to Supervisor in a timely and constructive manner.

Opens, closes, or locks doors / gates to the facilities in accordance with event schedules and security requirements.

Operates and maintains tools, power equipment, tractors, and trucks.

Performs other duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications

Essential Abilities

Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing, including providing excellent customer service.

Ability to follow and to direct work with oral and written instructions.

Ability to supervise part-time staff

Ability to effectively interact with sensitivity with persons from diverse cultural, socioeconomic, educational, racial, ethnic, and professional backgrounds, and persons of all ages and lifestyles.

Ability to train employees in duties and in safe practices and procedures.

Ability to safely operate equipment necessary to perform the duties of the position.

Ability to stand, walk, bend, squat, stoop, kneel, crouch, reach, push / pull, and lift to 50 lbs. on a frequent basis.

Working knowledge of basic building maintenance.

Working knowledge of the materials, equipment and tools used in cleaning buildings.

Working knowledge of computerized department program software, internet access, database, spreadsheets, and word processing programs.

You must meet these Minimum Training and Experience requirements :

18 years of age

Valid driver's license

Some recent unskilled and semi-skilled manual labor involving the maintenance, construction, and repair of facilities and grounds.

Some recent supervisory experience

Must be able to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends, as required by Supervisor.

Supplemental Information

About Us :

Waukesha County prides itself on operating in a business-like manner and is recognized as a leader delivering high quality services with competence and skill. With our vision of "Leading the Way", we value teamwork and collaboration, ethics and diversity, communication, efficiency and cost savings, innovation, and the wellbeing of our staff and the citizens we serve. Employees are provided professional development opportunities and encouragement to learn and practice continuous improvement and LEAN principles as we regularly ask ourselves "Is there a better way?"

EEO / AA :

Waukesha County is committed to equal opportunity and nondiscrimination in employment and adheres to all Federal, State and County Equal Employment Opportunity laws, policies, plans, rules, regulations and ordinances. The County recognizes and accepts its important leadership role in providing for equal employment / service opportunities for minorities, women, and persons with disabilities. It is the express policy of Waukesha County to promote equal employment opportunity among all who are employed by Waukesha County and who seek employment with Waukesha County.

For further information visit : https : / / www.waukeshacounty.gov

The County does not sponsor applicants for work visas.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Salary : $11 - $23