Employment Opportunities
Thank you for your interest in joining the Saturday Market Team!
We are currently looking for a few Site Crew Members.
Site Crew Member
General Statement of Duties
A Site Crew staff member is part of a crew that is responsible for setting up and taking down the infrastructure of the Market before and after regular market hours. Site Crew members are supervised by the Site Operations Supervisor or supervisor on site, and support the Eugene Saturday Market in various ways. This is a split shift position. The hours for this position will usually be Saturday 5:00AM – 10:15AM and 3:30PM – 9:00PM, but workers should be prepared to change schedules as needed. Responsible for helping the market managers, the events management staff and the security to regulate activities of market members and the public in accordance with market rules, various municipal regulations and the rules of common sense. A Site Crew member is not an enforcer, but a communicator of information. They should be able to effectively communicate guidelines to market members and patrons in all types of situations and they should be able to communicate important situational information to market managers in a timely and effective manner. This position is team-oriented.
Specific Responsibilities:
This job entails setting up and taking down the tents, tables, chairs, fences and other duties involved with creating a public marketplace. This job requires constant vigilance and attention to surroundings during working hours. Site Crew Members are the first line of safety for the Market and also Market’s representatives to the public. They must arrive on time and check in with the Site Operations Supervisor.
This position is physical and requires: walking, bending, stooping, standing and the ability to lift 50 lbs. The person in this position must have an attention to detail and respect for Market, city and county property. They are expected to become familiar with aspects of their community and anticipate where they may be needed next. Attributes needed to succeed in this position include the ability to work well without supervision, set realistic goals, and act effectively and calmly when faced with a crisis.
Site Crew members should be familiar with Market policy. A certification in Rescue Breathing and CPR techniques is a plus.Market apparel and a name tag must be worn while on duty, these will be provided at no cost to the employee. The Site Crew Member will be part of a team responsible for use and monitoring of safety equipment such as, flagging, fencing, cones and stanchions. They will also help monitor parking by members on-site.
Desired Qualifications:
• Good communication skills.
• Ability to deal effectively with people from a diverse range of backgrounds.
• Ability to keep a clear head when faced with stressful situations.
• Ability to provide appropriate information
• A pleasant disposition
• Good physical condition and the ability to lift 50 lbs.
• Must commit to working every Saturday including the Saturday of Oregon Country Fair.
Wage: $15.26/hr. to start. Job is temporary for three weeks. Upon a satisfactory evaluation, job becomes permanent.
To apply:
Please fill out an application here and email it to gm@eugenesaturdaymarket.org
Or send via regular mail to:
Eugene Saturday Market
30 E. Broadway, #124
Eugene, OR 97401
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