Warehouse General Worker

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The general labor worker is responsible for assisting with the routine maintenance, repair, and upkeep of buildings, grounds, equipment, and offices. During Showtime, this role will help support the set-up and tear-down of the facility.

• Assist with routine cleaning, maintenance, and repair tasks in and around facilities.
• Perform basic landscaping duties such as mowing pastures, trimming hedges, and weed eating.
• Help with janitorial tasks, including sweeping, mopping, emptying trash hoppers, and restocking supplies.
• Support the maintenance team with minor repairs, such as changing light bulbs, tightening fixtures, and assembling furniture, painting.
• Assist skilled workers and various trades when asked.
• Carry tools, equipment, and supplies to and from work sites.
• Must be able to operate a forklift and have the desire to learn the operation of other equipment.
• Report maintenance issues or safety hazards to supervisors promptly.
• Follow all safety protocols and use personal protective equipment as required.
• Works collaboratively as part of the team to assist others as needed.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Occasional part-time personnel and contract labor.

High School diploma or equivalent; and possesses strong physical stamina, reliability, and basic tool/safety knowledge. No prior maintenance experience is required. Must have a current, valid Texas Driver’s License.

Ability to cross-train in all other areas of construction such as welding, carpentry and maintenance.

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

The employee may be required to sit, stand, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. During the Show, the employee may be required to frequently walk to various places on the grounds. The employee may be required to lift and/or move 50 or more pounds. Extended work hours required, especially during peak periods.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing 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, whether indoor and outdoor, the employee may be exposed to inclement weather, dust, chemicals and animals at various times.