HCH Building Attendant

Sitka, City and Borough of • Sitka, AK

7d • Onsite

About The Position

Provides the day-to-day set up, cleaning, and maintenance, to support all activities at the Harrigan Centennial Hall (“HCH”) for the purpose of providing a useful, clean, pleasant, and safe environment for all individuals visiting or involved in the scheduled events at the multi-purpose facility. The work is performed under the direct supervision of the HCH Building Manager, but each individual employee works independently on their assigned duties and responsibilities.

Requirements

• High school diploma or a GED
• Some work experience performing janitorial, maintenance duties, or customer service
• Ability to work in close cooperation with various patron groups and implement room features to fit their needs
• Ability to follow detailed instructions for the arrangement of facility rooms for special events with a close attention to detail
• Ability to communicate well with others, both orally and in writing, using both technical and non-technical language
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written policies, procedures, and instructions
• Ability to operate or quickly learn to operate customized software applications appropriate to assigned tasks
• Ability to perform a wide variety of duties and responsibilities with accuracy and speed under the pressure of time-sensitive deadlines
• Ability to quickly learn and put to use new skills and knowledge as needed
• Substantial walking and standing on a daily basis
• Lifting minimum of 16 pounds on a daily basis
• Pushing, bending, and reaching on a daily basis
• Sufficient clarity of speech and hearing or other communication capabilities which permits the employee to communicate effectively, courteously, and professionally
• Sufficient vision or other powers of observation which permits the employee to monitor activities within and around the HCH
• Sufficient manual dexterity which permits the employee to perform set- up duties, janitorial, and maintenance
• Sufficient personal mobility and physical reflexes which permits the employee to be physically active with the ability to access all areas of the HCH

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of Audiovisual equipment, sound systems, and virtual meeting platforms
• Knowledge of Theater lighting systems
• Knowledge of Operational policies and procedures of a community multi-purpose facility
• Experience working in a community center or conference facility
• Ability to operate a personal computer and Microsoft Office programs such as Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook, and various computer meeting platforms
• Ability to operate, or learn to operate a hydraulic lift within 6 months of hire

Responsibilities

• Lays out the various rooms according to specified needs of patrons so that the HCH is conducive to the purpose of and resulting in a successful event.
• Sets up HCH’s audio, visual, sound, or other equipment and provides instructions and assistance to all patrons in the proper use of facility equipment.
• Interacts in a courteous and professional manner with CBS employees, visitors, or the public visiting or using the HCH.
• Engages with tourists and visitors providing accurate information about attractions, activities, and excursions to enjoy while in Sitka.
• Performs janitorial duties, such as cleaning restrooms and kitchen, vacuuming, and washing windows, and notifies the Building Supervisor when cleaning supplies are low, and stocks new supplies received.
• Maintains HCH kitchen to required health standards set by the State of Alaska.
• Performs light maintenance around the facility such as replacing light bulbs and related fixtures ensuring all aspects of the building are in working order.
• Performs snow removal on sidewalks and ensures a safe exterior of the HCH.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED