Lead Special Event Set-Up Assistant

(2)

Casual (0-35 hours per week)

The City of White Rock is a boutique, ocean-side community of 22,000 citizens known for its sunny weather, expansive beach, historic pier, delightful restaurants, and strong sense of community. The City is located half an hour south of Vancouver on the shore of Semiahmoo Bay.
 
The Recreation and Culture Department seeks two (2) people with outstanding work ethic and a safety first attitude to join their team on a Casual basis. This is manual work of some complexity and responsibility in leading the set up and take down of special event equipment at various indoor and outdoor recreation and culture activities within the City. An incumbent of this class is responsible for overseeing and directing Special Event Set-Up Assistants in the set up and take down of special event equipment. An incumbent operates a light weight, heavy duty or box truck; loads, transports and unloads a stage, materials, tools, equipment and supplies.
 
Requirements:

• Completion of Grade 12 supplemented by courses related to the work and considerable related experience including some leadership experience; or an equivalent combination of training and experience;
• Assigns tasks, provides site supervision and participates in the work of subordinates engaged in the set up and take down of special event equipment; leads and oversees the productivity and adherence to municipal policies and procedures;
• Provides manual work support for various indoor and outdoor recreation and culture activities within the City; sets up and takes down equipment such as tents, stages, tables, chairs, pier banner and other special event equipment.
• Follows set-up maps, checklists and schedules;
• Provides feedback and recommendations on outcome of special event set-ups to a superior;
• Sound knowledge of set-up procedures and equipment used in special events at various indoor and outdoor locations within the City;
• Sound knowledge of business English, spelling, arithmetic and punctuation;
• Ability to exercise sound judgement, to resolve problems and to make decisions in accordance with the applicable rules, regulations, policies and procedures;
• Ability to use tools such as ladders, wrenches, drills and screwdrivers;
• Ability to move heavy objects, lift 50 lbs and walk up to 2 kms continuously;
• Possess and maintain a valid Class 5 BC driver’s license;
• Applicants under consideration will be required to consent to a Police Information Check.

 
The City is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is committed to promoting and preserving a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion. We know that our greatest strengths come from the people who make up our teams and a more vibrant community starts with you! In return for your valued contributions, you can expect a competitive compensation package and the opportunity to work with an outstanding team. The hourly wage of this CUPE position is $29.48-34.63 hourly (2024 rates) with some benefits offered. If you are a qualified applicant and you feel you can help us continuously push for excellence and are committed to working in a manner that supports a respectful, healthy, and safe environment we invite you to apply. To apply, please submit a cover letter and resume and certifications for consideration by the application deadline.

Application Deadline: 4:30 p.m., April 30, 2024
Submit your application: Apply online at www.whiterockcity.ca/jobs
Recruitment Reference: 2024-29 

Thank you for your interest. Only selected applicants will be contacted.

www.whiterockcity.ca/jobs

Organization: City of White Rock

Region: Lower Mainland

Posted: April 17, 2024, 1:39 pm

Expires: April 30, 2024, 4:30 pm

Employment Type: Part Time
Employment Length: Casual
Education Requirement: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
Job Experience: Experience an asset
Rate: $29.48 to $34.63 Hour