Employment Opportunities:

Building & Barn Maintenance Worker

Job Description & Requirements

Overall Responsibilities

This person is responsible for overall routine maintenance of the ND Winter Show building and grounds, set up and tear down for various events held during the year. General carpentry & plumbing knowledge required. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds regularly, must be able to run forklift, skid steer and other heavy equipment.

Daily walk throughs, especially in Winter months, to ensure water hydrants, faucets, wash bays, toilets and sinks have no leaks or issues. Confirm all heat/ac units are functioning properly. That all doors and exits are functioning and clear of snow or ice. Shovel front office entry ways and put down ice melt when needed. Confirm that all electrical is functioning properly.

Removal of any and all trash from the building and offices in a timely fashion.

Clear the driveways of snow or debris. Keep the grounds clean of trash. Coordinate with BOD on snow removal.

General Work Requirements & Expectations:

As the sole person in the barn most of the time, you will be asked to open and close the barn, based on regular office hours. Summer hours will apply to the front office staff only, however, should the barn staff want reduced hours in the summer, I am happy to discuss that. See employee handbook. No overtime will be worked, and barn hours may not vary, unless prior approval by the Manager.

Evenings and Weekend hours may be required to work during events, as needed. Your schedule will need to be adjusted within the pay period to offset evening and weekend hours. Overtime hours will only be allowed during peak season of North Star Classic & Winter Show. Flexibility with work schedule is a requirement.

All clocking in/out must be done from the office, not on cell phones.

Valid driver’s license required.

Ability to supervise and direct staff, as part-time seasonal staff works throughout the busy winter months. It is the Barn Supervisor’s responsibility to supervise those workers.

Confidentiality is a requirement. Discussion of Winter Show confidential business outside of the facility, is grounds for dismissal, with no warnings. This is a zero tolerance policy.

Respect of the Manager & Board of Directors. Lack of, is grounds for dismissal, with no warnings.

Professionalism: You are asked to act in a courteous and professional manner to customers, staff and BOD at all times.

General Barn & Facility Duties:

Set up & tear down of stalling and pens, based on events & rentals.

Cleaning, maintaining and keeping the Winter show grounds and buildings in a neat and orderly fashion.

Familiar with and maintain electrical, lighting & heat/ac units.

Maintain all equipment. Keep equipment serviced, clean and in proper working condition.

Maintain and service all roll up doors, service doors and entry doors. Make sure all stay in good working order.

Keep back hay/shavings, maintenance/tool area clean, organized and in a neat orderly fashion so that anyone who steps in there can find what they are needing.

Keep all trash cans clean and free of debris, especially after events.

Keep all wheelbarrows clean and organized for use.

Keep wash bays clean and pits clean, especially after events.

Prior to events, make sure livestock offices and offices over Pub are clean and neat.

Keep all steps, walkways and sidewalks clean. Inside and out.

Other duties as assigned.

General

Keep open communication with the Manager. Discuss issues that need professional maintenance or repairs.

We strive to have a fun, upbeat and enjoyable work atmosphere. However, I will not tolerate drama, disrespect or insubordination. It is my intention to always have an open door policy to discuss issues, problems or concerns. Please review the Employee Handbook for any questions you may have about policy, or always feel free to visit with the Manager.

Your dedication to myself, the BOD and the Winter Show facility, along with your hard work and team player attitude, will always be rewarded.

Applications are only available through our office. Contact us for more information.