Event Setup Associate, PT

John Knox Village•Lee's Summit, MO

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Event Setup Associate provides physical setups and teardowns in the Village Activity Areas and Pavilion, transports equipment to activity areas, and assists with other staff functions. The role supports the Village’s mission, values, and service/hospitality (PRIDE) expectations and completes required training hours. Training will be provided for operating audio, visual, and lighting equipment and performing minor equipment repairs. This is a part-time position of 20–25 hours per week. The associate must be available to work some late nights and weekends. Work is primarily indoors in a climate-controlled environment, with occasional outdoor work in extreme heat or cold. The position may involve travel around the Village campus by company vehicle, exposure to cleaning chemicals and paint, and frequent exposure to loud noise. The associate receives daily supervision from the Production Assistant II and has no supervisory responsibilities.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED, or a combination of education, training, and/or experience typically acquired through a course of study leading to one.
Must have or be able to obtain a Missouri Class E driver’s license within 30 days of hire.
Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating instructions, handbooks, and procedure manuals.
Ability to write simple sentences, paragraphs, and correspondence.
Ability to present information effectively in one-on-one and small-group situations.
Ability to add and subtract two-digit numbers and multiply and divide with 10s and 100s.
Ability to apply common-sense understanding to follow written, oral, or diagram-based instructions.
Beginning-level keyboard skills and experience with Microsoft Windows and Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook).
Ability to relate positively to customers, work in a team environment, and take direction.
Must be available to work some late nights and weekends.
Must attend mandatory Village aerial lift training as offered.
Ability to meet the listed physical demands, including walking or standing for more than two-thirds of the shift; frequent reaching, pulling, bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, climbing, or balancing; operating a hydraulic lift; pushing or pulling objects up to 80 pounds; lifting up to 10 pounds overhead and 65 pounds from knee to waist; carrying up to 55 pounds with both arms or 30 pounds with one arm; and climbing steps or a ladder.
Body weight must not exceed 250 pounds to operate the hydraulic lift.
Ability to speak and hear and meet the stated visual requirements, including close and distance vision, color distinction, peripheral vision, depth perception, and focus adjustment.
Post-offer background check and health screening required.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience with sound and lighting equipment is preferred.

Responsibilities

Set up Pavilion and Village-wide activities and meetings as scheduled.
Move, carry, and position tables, chairs, PA equipment, microphones, and pianos for meetings, information programs, classes, and entertainment programs; tear down setups and return equipment to storage.
Operate audio, visual, and lighting equipment and perform minor repairs, such as replacing bulbs and repairing cords.
Ensure safe working conditions and maintain equipment in good working order.
Deliver papers, post notices on activity bulletin boards, and transport equipment as requested.
Perform other tasks assigned by the staff supervisor in charge of an event.
Perform general custodial maintenance, including washing windows, taking out trash, vacuuming, mopping floors, and washing tables and chairs.
Remove snow and ice outside the Pavilion.
Operate an aerial lift for Pavilion house and stage lighting maintenance, decorating, and related tasks; attend mandatory Village aerial lift training when offered.
Follow all safety regulations and requirements.
Maintain punctuality, handle workplace stress, work cooperatively with colleagues and customers, and meet workplace conduct standards.
Assist other departments in a declared emergency when called upon.