Grounds Assistant

Albany County Fairgrounds is seeking to hire a Grounds Assistant. This position will serve as a general custodian and laborer at the fairgrounds. This position will serve as an assistant to the Grounds Manager. All assigned duties need to be performed in a timely and professional manner. This is an hourly position. Please note: after-hour and on-call hours are required. Some weekend hours may be required for events. Pay Range: DOE. Open Until Filled.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED;
• Must pass a background check due to the close proximity to minors in youth programs;
• Must pass drug test;
• Must be able to maintain a valid driver license.

Desired Qualifications

• Good communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team and assist with employee leadership;
• Willingness to perform custodial work and manual labor, requiring moderate strength;
• Skills in the proper use of power and hand tools; General knowledge of and skills in electrical, plumbing, carpentry, mechanical, and welding, and equipment operation.
• Working knowledge of proper safety procedures and work habits;
• Previous experience with events, event planning or county fairs/expos.

Responsibilities Including but not limited to: 

• Monitor and report all building condition information to the Grounds Manager on a regular basis;
• Assist in overseeing facility usage and contract work as assigned by Grounds Manager.
• Ability to fix or repair electrical outlets, fixtures, windows, screens, sidewalks, concrete, doors, install signage, roofs, ceilings, gutters, vents, toilets, sinks, fences, stalls, pens, and/or chutes. chutes, pens, stalls, etc.
• Some daily tasks may include Sweeping, Mopping, Cleaning and disinfecting bathrooms & buildings and barns;
• Provide snow or debris removal when needed with shovels or equipment;
• Provide labor for the movement of equipment for individual and event set ups. (bleachers, cages, panels, display cases, tables and chairs, etc.);
• Complete landscaping tasks as needed;
• Equipment operation & maintenance as needed or instructed;
• Maintain barn or arena conditions for indoor and outdoor arenas;
• Be prepared to work in different weather conditions and a variety of hours as needed;
• Follow Fairgrounds policies;
• Other duties as assigned.
• Individual must be available for the annual county fair and Laramie Jubilee Days.

Albany County Fairgrounds is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. We will conduct background investigations for the final candidate being considered for employment.