Grounds Events Assistant (part-time, 28 hours/week)

Grounds Events Assistant (part-time, 28 hours/week) The Grounds Event Assistant is responsible for providing support to outdoor campus events. This employee will report directly to the Grounds Event Supervisor and work alongside students as well as other BYU staff employees. This position is not a fixed eight-to-five schedule, as it revolves around campus events including football games and snow removal. As this is an event-dependent job, work hours will fluctuate depending on campus events. This is a physically demanding position, and a medical exam is required prior to employment to ensure the selected applicant is healthy enough to perform the work required. The employee may be asked to attend meetings in place of the Grounds Event Supervisor with campus shops, schools, and departments to review major events, coordinate schedules, and work with the group representatives to facilitate successful event completion. The Grounds Event Assistant will also assist with storage and use of Grounds Events' equipment as well as participate in snow removal when needed. The employees will seasonally assist the Grounds Greenhouse. What you'll do in this position: - Operate all equipment in a safe, effective manner to minimize the risk of injury and property damage - Deal with campus, MTC, and Church employees/visitors in a professional manner - Operate and maintain a clean university vehicle - Perform daily pre- and post-trip inspections - Scheduling and setting up outdoor events - Work Order Tracking and Assist in Supervision - Equipment repair, maintenance, and inventory - Waste removal associated with events - General deliveries, transporting equipment, and miscellaneous tasks as needed - Snow Removal What qualifies you for this role: Required - A firm commitment to the mission of BYU - Experience with event support - Ability to work in a professional manner with the public and other departments for special events - Efficient instructional training and communication skills - Proven organizational experience - Effective time management - Ability to lift objects up to 50 lbs. daily (must pass a physical and lift test prior to hire). Physical Effort - Moderate -- Physical effort represented by frequent handling of medium weight objects (approx. 20-50 lbs.) and materials, or use of medium weight hand tools. May require climbing and working from ladders or in awkward positions. Miscellaneous lifting -- 10 to 50 pounds. Lifting ice melt - 50 lb. bags * * Environment - Frequent exposure to unfavorable conditions such as all-weather, or working in cramped, very dirty, or unpleasant quarters. Shoveling snow during winter months. Hazards - Moderate existing or potential hazards. Pulling a trailer behind a vehicle. Preferred - 3+ years' experience with event support - Experience Design Management - Knowledge of BYU campus - Experience driving vehicle pulling a trailer - Proficient in operation of various small engines and machines, including snowplows and tractors ** ** Typical Starting Pay: $17.25 to $22.00 an hour