Festival Aide - Celebration of Lights

The City of O'Fallon is looking for energetic and dependable team members for the position of Festival Aide
. Are you looking for a part-time opportunity where you can use your know-how and skills in decision making, problem solving and dealing with the public? Our Festival Aides enjoy a flexible schedule along with a fun work environment and earn competitive pay with an expected starting rate of pay of $15.25 - $15.85 hourly.

As part of our Recreation Department, this position plays an important role in the preparation, organization and management of festivals and special events hosted by the Tourism and Festivals Department.

• Assisting in the preparation and set up of festival and event grounds for Celebration of Lights
• Researching and preparing for festivals and events, including our Celebration of Lights display
• Installing, maintaining and/or repairing holiday lights
• Painting and installing scenery
• Providing security for the light display.
• Assuring light displays are in working properly, taking corrective action when necessary
• Providing information and top notice customer service to patrons

We're looking for someone who is reliable and willing to contribute ideas that support our festivals and special events team. This person should be comfortable working with electricity and hand/power tools. This position works outdoors on rough, uneven terrain in all weather conditions. Availability to work evenings, weekends and holidays is required.

Could this be the opportunity for you? We are seeking employees who:

• Exhibit self-motivation by always looking for ways to improve their knowledge and skills
• Show great respect for others and their property
• Maintain their assigned equipment with care
• Get great satisfaction from contributing to what makes O'Fallon such a great place to live!

• Have a valid driver's license

The City of O'Fallon is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify