Event Technician III - Convention Center

Manatee County Government•Palmetto, FL

3d•Onsite

About The Position

This position performs detail-oriented, technical, and physical duties associated with events (prior to, during, and after) and serves in a leadership capacity. The position requires a flexible work schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays. Employment screenings will be conducted in compliance with applicable federal and Florida Laws.

Requirements

Completion of 10th grade (must be 18 years of age).
Minimum six months experience in a special events setting related to tear-down and setup for events.
Minimum six months experience in performing maintenance duties in a facility in which such events occur.
Valid driver's license required with valid Florida driver license required within 30 days of hire.
Ability to effectively serve in a lead capacity and work effectively with others (including the general public.)
Ability to perform physical movements necessary for job assigned, i. e., bending, stooping, pushing, pulling, reaching, climbing, etc.
Skilled in use of computers and software programs such as MS Word, Excel, and email.
Visual acuity with ability to identify colors, i. e., color coded electrical wiring, etc.
Sufficient hearing to be able to identify levels of sound necessary for working with sound equipment.
Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with small power tools and equipment used in set-ups and teardowns associated with events desired.
Familiarity with electricity and plumbing concepts and maintenance desired.
Knowledge of electricity and plumbing concepts and building maintenance is preferred.

Responsibilities

Takes direction from regular staff (Facility Management or Manager on Duty) and lead a crew with varying experience levels to complete layouts in an efficient, timely manner correctly according to their drawing and written instructions.
Setting up and tearing down of equipment for events.
Cleaning the facility.
Maintaining equipment.
Cleaning and maintaining the facility grounds.
Parking operations.
Directing and/or the actual set up of tables, chairs, risers, stage, basketball court, audio and other equipment.
Vacuuming, sweeping, cleaning and directing parking.
May work any shift in various, including overnights and are able to work when full-time regular staff is not present.
On occasion, may supervise small or simple events.
Regularly utilizes computer and software programs such as MS Word, Excel, Outlook Email, etc., to accomplish and/or document specific aspects of assignments.
Communicates clearly, fluent in English, effectively and tactfully, orally and in writing, including understanding and following instructions, procedures, etc.
Must know emergency procedure in case of work accidents or other situations that may occur.
Performs other related duties as assigned, including participation in emergency or disaster response activities, as required and consistent with the employee’s qualifications, essential job functions, and appliable federal and Florida law.