Special Event Crew Worker

City of Tuscaloosa•Tuscaloosa, AL

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The purpose of this classification is to perform work functions with the Special Events Crew (SEC) associated with the preparation, logistics, setup/breakdown, and maintenance of a safe event environment for all city-hosted events, including but not limited to: Druid City Arts Festival, the Mayors Cup 5K, Live at the Plaza, Celebration on the River, and Holidays on the Plaza. This classification also performs specialized work functions associated with the preparation, setup/breakdown, and maintenance of a safe event environment in all city-owned facilities and venues, including but not limited to: The Tuscaloosa River Market, The Tuscaloosa Gateway Innovation and Discovery Center, and Mercedes-Benz Amphitheater.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED preferred
Six months of work experience preferably in operating equipment and performing manual labor work or construction/maintenance work or a related field.
Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license.
Must be able to operate a variety of construction, mechanical and automated office equipment which may include a pick-up truck, tractor, packer, tap machine, pump, mower, weedeater, rake, drill press, boring machine, tamp, shovel, pick, ax, pipe saw, power saw, chainsaw, jackhammer, air compressor, surveyors tools, air drill, construction tools, mechanic tools, etc., as applicable to assigned department.
Requires the ability to compare and/or judge the readily observable functional, structural, or compositional characteristics (whether similar to or divergent from obvious standards) of data, people, or things which may include maps, procedural manuals and operational manuals.
Requires the ability to speak with and/or signal people to convey or exchange mechanical and construction-related information, including giving/receiving assignments and/or directions to/from co-workers, assistants, managers, or supervisors as well as communicating with the general public.
Requires the ability to read a variety of mechanical, water/wastewater, and construction-related documentation, directions, instructions, and methods and procedures.
Requires the ability to write basic job-related documentation and reports with proper format, punctuation, spelling and grammar, using all parts of speech.
Requires the ability to speak with and before others with poise, voice control, and confidence using correct English and well-modulated voice.
Requires the ability to learn and understand basic mechanical and utility construction-related principles and techniques, to understand departmental policies and procedures, to make independent judgments in absence of supervision, and to acquire and be able to expound on knowledge of topics related to primary occupation.
Requires the ability to record and deliver information, explain procedures, and to follow verbal and written instructions.
Requires the ability to add and subtract, multiply and divide, and determine time.
Requires the ability to visually inspect items for proper length, width, and shape using job related equipment which may include surveyor’s equipment and standard measuring devices.
Requires the ability to coordinate hands and eyes in using mechanical, water/wastewater utility or construction-related equipment and to operate a motor vehicle.
Requires the ability to handle a variety of items, mechanical and utility construction-related equipment, control knobs, switches, etc. Must have the ability to use one hand for twisting motion or turning motion while coordinating other hand with different activities. Must have average levels of eye/hand/foot coordination.
Requires the ability to discern color.
Requires the ability to deal with and relate to people beyond giving and receiving instructions. Must be able to adapt and perform under minimal stress when confronted with an emergency.
Requires the ability to talk, express, or exchange ideas by means of spoken words and/or hear and perceive nature of sounds by ear.

Responsibilities

Works under the Special Events Crew Supervisor in the planning, setup/breakdown, and logistics of ground breakings, ribbon cuttings, and all official city-hosted and special events.
Ensures accurate inventory, transportation, and placement of staging, signage, and traffic control equipment for all official city-hosted and special events.
Works with contracted and city staff in building and maintaining the Holidays on the Plaza (HOTP) Ice Rink; responsible for inventory, transportation, and placement of all materials and equipment required to build ice rink.
Operates the Zamboni; monitors temperature on chiller to ensure ice remains solid, safe, and suitable for skating during Holidays on the Plaza.
Responsible for the inventory, placement, and proper storage of HOTP skates, racks, signage, and rink props.
Works with The Tuscaloosa River Market Operations Manager and staff in venue setups/breakdowns, logistics, and timelines to ensure accurate venue layout necessary for a safe event in the Tuscaloosa River Market.
Executes accurate event layouts in The Tuscaloosa River Market using Tripleseat software.
Responsible for the installation, breakdown, inspection, placement, and proper storage of tables, chairs, and bars in the Tuscaloosa River Market.
Works with the Mercedes-Benz Operations Manager and staff in venue setups/breakdowns, logistics, and timelines to ensure accurate venue layout necessary for a safe event in the Mercedes-Benz Amphitheater.
Responsible for the installation, breakdown, and inspection of the floor and VIP seating in Mercedes-Benz Amphitheater; arranges and ensures accurate placement of furniture in Mercedes-Benz Club and patio.
Removes spilled garbage, trash, recycling or debris from city-owned grounds, facilities, and venues.
Responsible for the installation, breakdown, inspection, and accurate placement of metal detectors, tables, stanchions, and bike racks at entry gates to ensure and maintain a safe and efficient flow of traffic entering and exiting the Mercedes-Benz Amphitheater.
Responsible for the installation, breakdown, inspection, and accurate placement of Mercedes-Benz Amphitheater venue safety, clear bag policy, and permitted/prohibited items rules and regulation signage on and around the venue grounds prior to each concert.
Coordinates with supervisor to fulfill required backstage accommodations for each concert; install/breakdown stage blow through barricades, bike racks, and stanchions according to tour requirements to ensure accurate and safe stage set.
Assists in the execution of FOH operations, when necessary, at the Mercedes-Benz Amphitheater.
Works with Tuscaloosa Gateway Innovation and Discovery Operations Manager in the preparation, setup/breakdown, and maintenance to ensure accurate layout necessary for Tech or Treat.
Works at various sites to execute event layouts for all city-hosted or sponsored events.
Works all city-owned facilities and venues to execute event layouts for all city-hosted events.
Responsible for the chair sets for concerts and events held at the Mercedes-Benz Amphitheater.
Works to ensure the Mercedes-Benz Amphitheater parking lots, gates, stage, back of house and overall venue is set and show ready for concerts/events.
Works closely with Special Events on ground breakings, ribbon cutting ceremonies, Druid City Arts Festival, Live at the Plaza, Mayor’s Cup, Mercedes-Benz Amphitheater, Holidays on the Plaza, and all other City sponsored events.
Obtains equipment, tools and materials for use on each project.
Transports, loads and unloads various equipment and materials used in projects.
Performs manual work functions associated with assigned event and/or repair project.
Resolves problems when they arise, reports on progress to Special Events Crew Supervisor or Crew Worker, Senior.
Must be able to think through tasks and anticipate potential outcomes, plan for contingencies.
Display excellent organizational skills; must have ability to communicate and report effectively.
Informs manager/supervisor of performance or operational problems at work sites; ensure safe work procedures and safe work practices are followed at work sites.
Assists in the preparation of accident and injury reports; assists supervisors in evaluation of crew.
May drive city vehicle to work sites.
Must be mechanically inclined to be able to intuitively see the basic function of how things work and be adapt at making repairs as needed.
Inspects all equipment to ensure safe and proper operating condition prior to use; inventories equipment, materials, and supplies; ensures tools and equipment remain clean and in good working order.
Performs and oversees preventative maintenance tasks, reports faulty equipment and broken tools for repair or replacement.
Must be able to work outside for long periods of time.
Job requires flexibility with schedule. It is required to work nights and weekends when events are held during these times.
Communicates via two-way radio and/or telephone; responds to requests for service; provides information; takes and relays messages.
Incorporates continuous quality improvement principles in day-to-day activities.
Must meet regular attendance requirements.
Must be able to maintain good interpersonal relationships with staff, co-workers, managers and citizens.
Must accomplish the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodations, in a timely manner.
Performs other related duties as required.