Are you tired of the doing the same old thing at work? Looking for something new and exciting? Do you like different show events, interacting with people, and creating a positive, fun experience? The PA Farm Show Complex and Expo Center is for you! We host a variety of events, meetings, and banquets, while also taking care of the facility grounds. This temporary, full-time role is a great opportunity for self-motivated individuals who are dedicated to the work environment and can work in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment. Apply today and be a part of the Farm Show team!
This temporary, full-time position supports daily operations that make the Farm Show Complex a clean, organized, and ready environment for events of all sizes. The best part is experiencing each event and interacting with the community—each day is different and entertaining! As a temporary, full-time member of our Event Services Operations Staff, you will perform the following duties:
- Facility Care: Perform cleaning tasks such as sweeping, mopping, scrubbing, and dusting to keep buildings in good condition
- Event Setup: Arrange and move tables, chairs, stages, signs, and other items needed for events, guests, and exhibitors
- Livestock Support: Assemble, clean, repair, and remove stalls, pens, and cages for various livestock
- Grounds Work: Clear debris, remove trash, shovel snow, and help maintain outdoor areas
- Material Handling: Load and unload items including hay, feed, scrap materials, equipment, and supplies
- General Maintenance: Use tools, wash windows, disinfect areas, paint surfaces, and assist with other tasks as assigned
Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.
Work Schedule and Additional Information:
- FREE on-site parking
- Temporary, full-time employment
- Essential employee - required to report to work during emergencies and office closings.
- Available shifts are:
- All days available: 7:00AM - 3:30PM
- All days available: 2:30PM - 11:00PM
- Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
- Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
- You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.
QUALIFICATIONS
Additional Requirement:
- You must be able to perform essential job functions.
Preferred Qualification (not required):
- Experience working around animals and livestock and in large-scale public events.
How to Apply:
- Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
- Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
- Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.
- All application materials and interview responses must reflect the applicant’s own experience, qualifications, and work. Applicants may use generative AI tools for preparation purposes only. Use of AI to misrepresent or falsify information, or to assist during interviews, is not permitted. Review the Guidance for Generative AI Tools & Job Seekers for additional information.
Veterans:
- Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans.
Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):
- 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).
If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.
The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.