Equipment Operator
West Monroe, LA - USA
Job Summary
POSITION DETAILS
Division/Departmen: Event Centers
JOB OVERVIEW
The Equipment Operator for the Ike Hamilton Expo Center is responsible for the setups teardowns and resets of the main arena in preparation for the centers next event and reports to the Event Facilities Manager at their designated facility. They are responsible for cleaning stalls routine maintenance labor trash removal shavings inventory and other duties as assigned by the Manager.
SPECIFIC TASKS DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Sets up tears down and resets the main arena (i.e. arena dirt general landscaping building and barn area maintenance) during non-event days which includes:
o Supervises loading/unloading (i.e. cow panels shaving bags and sand)
o Supervises building/teardowns (i.e. arena setups dirt work with tractor etc.)
o Monitors/coordinates event timelines and ensures the event venue is ready on-time
Cleans stalls performs routine maintenance labor removes removal completes shavings inventory and other duties as assigned by the Manager
Completes required minor paperwork and reporting as needed.
Communicates with the client/customer to ensure their needs are effectively met
WORKER REQUIREMENTS & WORKING CONDITIONS
Experience safely operating a forklift front end loader and other large equipment
Experience operating hand tools and small engine machinery
Experience performing light maintenance (i.e. mechanical electrical and plumbing)
Knowledge of safety measures and risk management strategies
Capable of performing physical labor some of which can be demanding
Able to constantly stand walk bend and reach for items (may be repetitive motions)
Able to lift push/pull a weight of up to 50lbs
Withstand exposure variable temperatures (including extreme hot/cold)
Perform job around various elements (i.e. animals dust and allergens)
Position requires flexibility schedule varies based on booked events.
Applicant should expect to work nights and weekends on a regular basis and will be required to work some Holidays.
Required Experience:
Manager
About Company
The West Ouachita Senior Center is a non-profit United Way Agency, established in 1980 and successfully administers community supportive services for seniors, which enhances their dignity and supports independence.