Operations Staff - Show Me Center en Southeast Missouri State University, MO

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Operations Staff
Show Me Center
Full-Time

Starting Wage: $16.69 per hour / $18.95 after successful completion of probationary period

General Description
Responsible for performing and assigning daily work routines, including but not limited to completing all setups for the Show Me Center (SMC) and Student Recreation Center, transporting and setting up equipment for off-campus events, and general and detailed cleaning of the SMC and its surrounding area.  Work is based on a 24-hour, 7-day-a-week operation, and a variety of shifts are needed to accommodate the needs of the SMC.

Supervision
SMC Operations Staff report directly to the SMC Associate General Manager or their designated representative. SMC Operations Staff work closely with the Events Manager, fellow Operations Staff, SMC Administrative Staff, and other University staff.  SMC Operations staff have direct interface with external clients as well as University officials, the general public, and various outside promoters.  

Primary Responsibilities:

• Supervise part-time temporary labor scheduled to assist with the setup and clean-up of all events in the SMC and special Student Recreation Center events
• Set up and tear down equipment such as stages, risers, tables, chairs, and basketball floor for all SMC and Student Recreation Center events.  Events include, but are not limited to: Southeast Missouri State University Men’s and Women’s Basketball games, banquets, concerts, family shows, trade shows, rodeos, and other events
• Maintain concrete, hardwood, and resilient flooring throughout the building
• Ensure setup accuracy and the presentation of the SMC facility for all events
• Operate a forklift, small equipment, and large trucks
• Perform basic maintenance of SMC equipment
• Responsible for keeping the exterior of the SMC clean and presentable
• Assist in leaf removal and snow removal from SMC grounds
• Act as event representative when managers are not available
• Responsible for customer service and satisfaction
• Maintain job records, inventory control, and usage for the purpose of accurate billing
• Serve as a facility representative to clients on-site
• Maintain a valid driver’s license

Position Duties

• High school diploma or GED
• Possess a valid driver’s license
• Must live within 30 minutes' travel time from the University
• Demonstrated knowledge of basic custodial skills
• Demonstrated ability to supervise 
• Demonstrated ability to take instructions, either verbally or in writing
• Demonstrated ability to operate small equipment (such as buffers, extractors, etc.), forklifts, and large trucks
• Ability to work a variety of shifts and be able to respond to schedule changes, call-outs, and other conditions as necessary to accommodate the SMC’s needs within 30 minutes of notification
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Ability to lift heavy objects up to 100 pounds and work at heights up to 45 feet with or without accommodations
• Demonstrated experience and understanding of customer service

Minimum Qualifications

Application Deadline: The deadline to submit applications is November 4, 2025.

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