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Westerner Park is seeking a full-time General Service Employee to join our dynamic Event Delivery team.
The General Service Employee plays a pivotal role in ensuring the seamless setup and execution of a wide variety of year-round events, including internal gatherings, special occasions, trade shows, consumer exhibitions, conventions, sports events, concerts, and other attractions.
Reporting to the Assistant Manager, Event Delivery, this hands-on role requires adaptability, flexibility, and a commitment to delivering exceptional guest experiences.
Under the direction of the Assistant Manager, Event Delivery, the General Service Employee is responsible for the following:
Event Setup & Execution Execute setup and breakdown for a wide range of events, including Banquet Event Order (BEO)-based internal and special events, trade shows, consumer exhibitions, conventions, sporting events, concerts, and attractions.
Collaborate with Supervisors, Client Services, and Managers to address client requests, find solutions, and maintain high service standards.
Ensure event areas, washrooms, and public spaces are clean and ready for guests before, during, and after events.
Set up and dismantle rooms, pavilions, and outdoor spaces efficiently, following operational and safety procedures.
Manage agricultural event logistics, including steel panels, horse stalling panels, and ground grooming equipment.
Work collaboratively with staff, suppliers, contractors, and volunteers to meet guest needs.
Perform facility openings and closures according to daily requirements and instructions.
Maintain show requirements such as temperature control, lighting, and garbage removal.
Maintenance & Equipment Operation Undertake minor maintenance tasks including painting, wall repairs, furniture fixes, and light carpet cleaning.
Operate machinery and equipment such as hand tools, forklifts, skid steers, tractors, and floor scrubbers safely and effectively.
Conduct regular inspections of tools, equipment, and machinery, reporting maintenance concerns promptly.
Perform equipment checks and minor maintenance before and after operations.
Grounds & Facility Maintenance Maintain sidewalks and parking lots through snow removal, salt spreading, sweeping, and garbage collection.
Care for lawns via mowing, mulching, aerating, weeding, and edging.
Assist in planting and maintaining annuals, perennials, shrubs, gardens, planters, memorial benches, and Harvest Gardens.
May assist with arborist duties depending on ability and training.
Additional Duties Adapt to organizational needs and perform other tasks as required to meet the ongoing needs of Westerner Park.
Core Competencies Customer Focus & Guest Experience Orientation Accountability & Dependability Communication & Teamwork Quality Orientation Adaptability & Flexibility Qualifications & Requirements Ability to work flexible shifts, including weekends and evenings, with start times ranging from 6:00 am to 2:30 am.
Comfortable working outdoors in varying weather conditions.
Valid Class 5 Driver’s License with a minimum of 3 years driving history.
First Aid training required.
Basic computer skills to access email and documents as required.
Work Environment Safety-sensitive position requiring lifting and handling of materials up to 75 lbs.
Exposure to various conditions including weather extremes, noise, dust, and working around animals.
Work schedule varies with major events and requires adaptability, flexibility, and a…
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