Type: Part-time or full-time, summer seasonal

Approximate Hours Per Week: 20-40 hours per week

Approximate Start and End Dates: May 25 through Oct. 2

Job Overview: The Events and Recreation Crew will work town events, including, but not limited to, the Lake Dillon Beer Fest, the Dillon Farmers Market, concerts and movies at the Dillon Amphitheater, recreation programming and events, and other special events as developed/needed.

Hours: This is a summer seasonal, part-time to full-time position with hours varying between 20 to 40 hours per week, beginning late May through early October. Must be available to work flexible shifts and job duties. Late nights and early mornings will be required, and both weekday and weekend work is available.

Reports To: Venue and Events Manager and Events and Recreation Supervisor

Job Responsibilities:

• Provide excellent customer service to the public, event attendees, coworkers and partners at all times. This includes having professional interactions with customers, providing accurate information and having general knowledge of Town of Dillon events and happenings.
• Responsible for the setup, breakdown and maintenance of event and recreation venues, which may include, but is not limited to, staging and set up/teardown for events and recreation programming; street closures and openings; painting and repairs; tents, gates and seating areas set up and teardown; stage and concert area set up and teardown; lighting set up and removal; unloading, pushing and loading of stage equipment, carts and cases; and setting up/tearing down of security equipment and concessions areas.
• Assist with equipment setup according to stage design, while ensuring safety requirements are met. Set up risers and musical equipment on stage.
• Assist with video, sound, and light production.
• Duties may also include ticket and ID checking, participant registration and check-in, bag checking, light security, parking and traffic control, crowd control, assisting with concessions and merchandise sales, and assisting with recreation events and activities.
• Maintain cleanliness of venues before, during and after an event. Ensure all work areas and facilities are clean and safe for participants, guests and staff. This includes picking up, sorting, and moving trash and recycling; and cleaning up bathrooms, portable toilets, and other messes.
• Operate different types of vehicles, including pickup trucks, utility vehicles and trailers. Unload and load equipment from trucks and vehicles.
• Purchase supplies and equipment for programs and activities.
• Sell merchandise and tickets using point-of-sale systems and provide professional customer service. Restock merchandise throughout the event.
• Adhere to event safety standards through crowd management training (provided).
• Responsible for responding to and communicating incidents and emergency situations, including, but not limited to: First Aid, severe weather, and missing child events.
• Provide support to all facets of the events and recreation operations as assigned by supervisors.
• Other duties as assigned.

Work Environment/Physical Activities:

• Must be able to work outside in all weather conditions.
• Exposure to sun, heat, cold, dust, precipitation, fuel, grease, trash and other conditions and chemicals commonly found in an events and recreation environment.
• Must be capable of operating a variety of equipment, hand and power tools. Must be capable of safely operating and maneuvering vehicles and equipment.

The work environmental characteristics and physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an individual to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the individual regularly works in outside-weather conditions. The individual frequently works near moving mechanical parts and is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions. The individual occasionally works in high, precarious places. The individual is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and may experience the risk of electrical shock.

The noise level in the work environment ranges from quiet to very loud. Must be able to work in a loud noise environment for extended periods of time. Must be able to wear a radio earpiece during shifts. Hand-eye coordination is necessary to operate a computer, various pieces of equipment, tools, and vehicles.

While performing the duties of this job, the individual is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls and reach with hands and arms. The individual frequently is required to stand, walk, and talk or hear. The individual is also required to sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and smell.

The individual must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, preferably unassisted, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds with assistance. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Equipment Used: Motorized vehicles and equipment, common hand and power tools, shovels, wrenches, mobile radio, phone, computer, calculator, point of sale and ticketing systems, Microsoft Office and Microsoft Teams software, timekeeping and scheduling software, market management software, and printer/copy/fax machine.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Exceptional customer service skills required.
• Self-motivated, innovative team player who can also work well individually.
• Ability to communicate in a professional, courteous and timely manner, both verbally and in writing, when dealing with Town of Dillon employees, citizens, guests, customers, participants and vendors.
• Ability to establish effective working relationships with peers, supervisors, and other departments and agencies.
• Ability to respond to emergencies calmly and efficiently.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to function and make good decisions in the absence of a supervisor.
• Valid driver license with an acceptable driving record.
• Ability to understand and carry out written and oral instructions.
• Previous manual labor experience preferred.
• Ability to lift, push and pull 50 pounds.
• Ability to prioritize and perform multiple tasks and assignments and meet deadlines.
• CPR/AED and First Aid Certification are preferred. Training provided.
• Ability to perform manual tasks for extended periods of time.
• Ability to speak and understand the English language proficiently.
• Must have a flexible schedule and willingness to work days, nights, weekends, early mornings, late hours and holidays.
• Submission to a background check.

Selection Guidelines:

Formal application, rating of education and experience; oral interview, and reference check; job-related tests may be required.

The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.

This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities or qualifications associated with the job. Other duties as assigned.

The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

Position open until filled.

FLSA Status: Non-exempt