Overview

Under direct supervision from Operations Manager or Operations Supervisor, On Call Operations Workers perform event set-up and tear down, custodial, housekeeping and light maintenance tasks as assigned. In the absence of the Operations Manager or Operations Supervisor, On Call Operations Workers may receive instruction from the Operations Leads, Event Manager or Manager on Duty.

This role will pay an hourly wage of $16.00. 

For PT roles: Benefits: 401(k) savings plan and 401(k) matching.

Responsibilities

• Conduct event set-up and tear-down activities; set up tables, chairs, stages, curtains, electricity, sound system and miscellaneous equipment used during banquets, dinners, trade shows, concerts, meetings and dances at the Grand Junction Convention Center and the Avalon Theatre or catered events. Set up, inspect, and troubleshoot audio visual equipment including sound and light boards and controls; determine if event is set up properly.
• Monitor events: ensure customers and public adhere to building, safety, health, fire, alcohol rules and regulations; respond to customer and public requests and inquiries in a courteous manner.
• Inspect and maintain Convention Center facilities and equipment including lighting and sound systems, electric and manual doors, stages, tables, chairs, and power equipment; monitor and regulate heating, cooling, and ventilation systems.
• Clean building facilities including offices and restrooms; sweep, mop, strip, wax and polish floors; vacuum and shampoo carpets; dust and wash tables and chairs after each event.
• Maintain and clean outdoor facilities including patio, sidewalks, and parking lot; sweep and hose debris; remove snow.
• Operate and maintain equipment including forklift, scissor lift, power floor machine, power buffer, carpet and furniture shampooers, and miscellaneous hand and power tools.
• Assist in maintaining cleaning and maintenance supplies inventories.
• Respond to inquiries and concerns from customers; resolve complaints in an efficient manner.
• Pick up and deliver items for Convention Center facilities including but not limited to mail, money, food, maintenance equipment, tables and chairs.
• Perform other duties of a similar nature or level.

Qualifications

Experience and Training:

• One (1) year of custodial or event set up experience preferred
• High School Diploma or G.E.D
• Other combinations or experience and education that meeet the minimum requirements may be substituted
• Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid Colorado driver's license
• Knowledge of:
  • Operational characteristics and maintence requirements of maintenance tools and equipment
  • Customer Service procedures and principles
  • Cleaning materials, supplies, and equipment
  • Safe Work Practices
  • English usage, spelling, and grammar.
  • Applicable tools and equipment operations
• Basic Audio-Visual equipment set up and operation preferred

Ability to:

• Use and operate hand tools, power tools, and equipment required for the work in a safe and efficient manner.
• Install, maintain and repair systems related to area of assignment.
• Read and interpret basic maps, blueprints and event diagram specifications.
• Understand and follow oral and written directions.
• Clean and care for assigned areas and equipment.
• Read and understand cleaning chemical mixture and application directions.
• Respond to requests and inquiries from the general public and City employees.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Able to work both independently and as part of a team

Vaccination Statement

We are committed to ensuring all our buildings and office locations are the safest in the world for artists, teams, employees, and fans. Based on recent encouraging trends in the U.S. and Canada. We highly encourage our employees to continue to get vaccinate and boosted against COVID-19. Should circumstances change, we may need to reinstate vaccination requirements, in whole or in part, to safeguard the health of our employees, guests, performers, athletes, and partners.