Company: Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
Contact: Katelyn Citko(717) 705-5692kcitko@pa.gov
Learn more and apply here: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/pabureau/jobs/5503533/event-services-operations-staff-equipment-operator-a
THE POSITION
Are you tired of the doing the same old thing at work? Looking for something new and exciting? Do you like different show events, interacting with people, and creating a positive, fun experience? The PA Farm Show Complex and Expo Center is for you! We host a variety of events, meetings and banquets, while also taking care of the facility grounds. We are looking for self-motivated individuals who are dedicated to the work environment and can work in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment. Apply and be a part of the Farm Show team!
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
This position plays a key role in keeping the Farm Show Complex operating smoothly before, during, and after events. You will handle equipment operations, facility care, and event preparation. As Event Services Operations Staff, you will perform the following duties:
• Equipment Operation: Operate lifts, loaders, trucks, tractors, and other machinery across the complex
• Event Support: Assist with setup, placement, and teardown of event materials, including tables, chairs, barriers, and display items
• Facility Care: Maintain cleanliness of floors, restrooms, stalls, and various surfaces throughout the buildings
• Grounds Maintenance: Clear debris, shovel snow, remove trash, and help keep outdoor areas safe and accessible
• Material Handling: Load, unload, and move supplies such as straw, hay, feed, scrap materials, and furniture
Work Schedule and Additional Information:
• Full-time employment
• Work hours are 2:30 PM to 10:00 PM, Sunday, Monday, Thursday – Saturday with 30-minute lunch.
• This position is considered essential and as such is required to report to working during emergencies and office closings.
• Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
• Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:
• Six months experience in the operation and maintenance of large vans, buses and single-chassis trucks with a gross vehicle weight of 10,001 pounds or more; or
• Any equivalent combination of experience and training.
Special Requirement:
• This position requires possession of a valid Class C Pennsylvania driver's license.
Additional Requirement:
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.
Preferred Qualifications (not required):
• Perform work duties in an environment around animals and livestock with exposure to dirt, dust, and hay.
• Work different shifts in a 7 day-a-week vendor-controlled environment.
• Perform duties in various types of adverse weather conditions.
• Experience using loaders, tractors, and/or forklifts.