• Laborer (Operations Crew)

    City of Asheville (Asheville, NC)


    Laborer (Operations Crew)

     

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    Laborer (Operations Crew)

     

    Salary

     

    $19.40 Hourly

     

    Location

     

    Asheville, NC

     

    Job Type

     

    Full Time

     

    Job Number

     

    2025-01639

     

    Department

     

    Community and Regional Entertainment Facilities

     

    Division

     

    Operations

     

    Opening Date

     

    07/09/2025

     

    Closing Date

     

    7/23/2025 5:00 PM Eastern

     

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    Summary

    About our opportunity:

    The City of Asheville is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Laborer (Operations Crew) in the Community & Regional Entertainment Facilities Department at Harrah’s Cherokee Center. This department manages Asheville’s premier event spaces, providing top-tier entertainment, sports, and cultural events for the community. The Laborer position plays a crucial role in maintaining the venue’s infrastructure and ensuring safe, clean, and functional event spaces.

    What you’ll be doing:

    + Perform basic maintenance and cleaning tasks, including sweeping, mopping, and trash removal.

    + Perform manual labor in support of venue operations, including setup and breakdown for events

    + Assist in the operation of machinery, tools, and equipment such as forklifts, hand tools, and power tools.

    + Follow established safety procedures, wearing protective gear and ensuring a hazard-free environment.

    + Monitor work areas and report any safety concerns, damages, or maintenance needs.

    + Lift, move, load, and unload materials, equipment, and supplies.

    + Set up and remove event equipment such as chairs, tables, staging, and barricades.

    + Assist with minor repairs to facilities, infrastructure, and event-related structures.

    + Support emergency weather response efforts, including snow removal and storm clean-up.

    + Communicate with supervisors, teammates, and event staff to ensure smooth event operations.

    Benefits:

    + Salary: $19.40 Hourly

    + 13 paid holidays, plus you will earn paid sick and vacation hours.

    + Full access to the City of Asheville's benefits suite, including Medical, Dental, and Life insurance options.

    + Enrollment in the North Carolina State Pension Plan and NC State 401K with company matching funds.

    About you:

    We know your time is valuable. Applicants who meet the following minimum requirements or have comparable experience and/or education will be considered:

     

    + One year of experience in general labor, maintenance, construction, or a related field plus a High School Diploma/GED .

    + Valid driver’s license preferred.

    + Ability to lift and move heavy objects safely.

    + Strong teamwork and communication skills.

    + Willingness to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.

    Other things to know:

    + Work Schedule: Varies depending on event schedule. Typical hours are 8:30am to 4:30pm. May include nights, weekends and holidays.

     

    About us: The City of Asheville is dedicated to providing quality service for the residents and visitors of our beautiful city, nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains of western North Carolina. Asheville, NC is a thriving mountain city that has a culture enriched by its diversity. The City of Asheville values and respects a diverse community, workforce and ideas, and is committed to promoting an equitable, fair, and just employment environment. Our organization seeks to create and provide access and opportunities to employees, residents and visitors to fulfill their potential through inclusive engagement practices, relationship building and an authentic sense of belonging. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information or veteran status. The City of Asheville is proud to be a second chance employer. The City of Asheville is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

     

    To view our comprehensive benefits package, click here (https://www.ashevillenc.gov/department/human-resources/compensation-and-benefits/) .

     

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    Select your highest level of education:

    + High School/GED

    + Associates Degree

    + Bachelors Degree

    + Masters Degree

    + Doctorate

     

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    Do you have a valid driver's license?

     

    + I do not have a current driving license of any kind.

    + I do possess a current valid driver's license.

     

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    Could you please describe specific examples of how your experience aligns with the key responsibilities outlined in the job description?

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    Employer

     

    City of Asheville

     

    Address

     

    City of Asheville PO Box 7148 Asheville, North Carolina, 28802

     

    Phone

     

    828-259-5690 - Apply Online! - EOE

     

    Website

     

    http://www.ashevillenc.gov/jobs