Event Technician I (OPS) - Premier Sports Complex

Event Technician I (OPS) - Premier Sports Complex

Salary

$17.36 - $26.04 Hourly

Location

Lakewood Ranch, FL

Job Type

Part-Time (Temporary)

Job Number

26-00434

Department

Sports & Leisure Services

Opening Date

10/21/2026

Closing Date

11/4/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

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General Information

Work Location: 5895 Post Boulevard, Lakewood Ranch, Florida 34211

Work Hours: Average 12 hours per week, days and times vary based on events, weekends and evenings typically required

Expected Starting Hourly Range: $17.36 - $21.70

To perform routine janitorial duties and/or assist in the set-up, tear-down and cleanup of furniture, equipment for events held primarily at the Bradenton Area Convention Center, The Powel Crosley Estate, and/or the Premier Sports Campus. Position will work flexible schedules including days, nights, weekends, holidays, and occasional overnight shifts.

Employment screenings, as outlined in the Personnel Policy, Rules, and Procedures Manual, will be conducted in compliance with applicable federal and Florida Laws.

Working Conditions

The work environment may include exposure to high noise levels while performing certain essential job functions. The position requires the ability to lift and move objects weighing up to 50 pounds independently and up to 100 pounds with assistance, with or without reasonable accommodation. Work may involve strenuous physical activity under varying climatic conditions and in both indoor and outdoor environments. Position includes handling objects, tools, and/or controls, bending, squatting, pushing, pulling, reaching, stooping, and climbing. This position includes overnight assignments. Performance review takes place after 90 days, which includes assessment for potential to advance to Event Technician II (OPS).

Job Description

Essential Duties

These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position.

Area of Assignment - Sports:

Assists Manager or Events Team to ensure events are setup as needed at the Premier Sports Complex, North and South. Position requires a varying work schedule, which may include evenings, weekends, and holidays. Will be trained to set up sports fields and courts, including but not limited to: team benches, flags, sandbags, goals, nets, and other sports field/court requirements. Typically works in an outdoor environment performing such tasks including moving soccer goals, lacrosse cages and other event set up needs.

Assists with set-ups, teardowns, and clean-up prior to, during and at the end of events.

Will be trained to set up or build portable dance floors, stages/risers, basketball courts, telescopic seating, sports fields, team benches, flags, sandbags, goals, as needed.

May set up displays, conference rooms, etc.

Assists in repair and replacement of portable lighting, sound and electrical equipment, goal nets, goal posts, and benches, etc. used for events.

Communicates clearly, effectively and tactfully, including understanding and following instructions, procedures, etc.

Performs other related duties as assigned, including participation in emergency or disaster response activities, as required and consistent with the employee's qualifications, essential job functions, and applicable federal and Florida law.

Minimum Qualifications

Must be 17 years of age or older.

More

Familiarity with small power tools and equipment used in set-ups and teardowns associated with events desired.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of work hazards and applicable safety precautions associated with materials and equipment used in work performed.

Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds.

Ability to perform physical movements necessary for job assigned, i.e., bending, squatting, pushing, pulling, reaching, climbing, etc.

Visual acuity and ability to identify colors, i.e., color coded electrical wiring, etc.

Sufficient hearing to be able to identify levels of sound necessary for working with sound equipment.

Ability to work in extreme temperatures as needed.

Veterans Preference

In accordance with Florida Statute 295.07, F.S., Chapter 55A-7, priority consideration in employment will be given to eligible veterans and spouses of disabled veterans. Applicants claiming preference must provide a DD Form 214 or other acceptable documentation with their application. We are committed to honoring the service and sacrifices of our veterans and their families.

EEO/ADA Statement

Manatee County Government is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you require any accommodations to participate in the recruitment process, please contact Human Resources at 941-748-4501 x 3865.

Drug-Free Workplace

Manatee County Government is a drug-free workplace in accordance with Federal and Florida Law.

Emergency Response/Recovery Activities

All employees may be required to work before, during, or after an emergency. During an emergency, employees may temporarily be assigned to work and perform duties outside the normal scope of their position, location, and work schedule to fit the needs of the County and its citizens.

No Benefits Offered

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VERY IMPORTANT - When answering supplemental questions about experience, education or certification, please be sure the information is reflected in the Education, Work Experience and Certificates and Licenses sections of your application.

Must include Monthly Salary, Name of Employer, Location, Phone Number and Duties for each employer in Work Experience.

Note: "See Resume" is not acceptable.

Identify all gaps not related to medical reasons.

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If you are claiming Veterans Preference, please check category of eligibility

• A disabled veteran who is eligible for receiving compensation under public law administered by Department of Veterans Affairs and Department of Defense
• The spouse of a veteran who cannot qualify for employment because of total and permanent service-connected disability, or spouse of a veteran missing in action, captured or forcefully detained by a foreign power
• A wartime veteran who has served at least 1 day during a wartime period (active duty for training may not be eligible)
• An un-remarried widow or widower of a Veteran who died of a service-connected disability
• The mother, father, legal guardian, or un-remarried widow or widower of a service member who died as a result of military service under combat-related conditions as verified by the U.S. Department of Defense
• A current member of any reserve component for the United States Armed Forces or the Florida National Guard
• A veteran with a "Honorable" discharge (Active duty for training may not be allowed for eligibility)
• Not claiming Veterans Preference

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Are you at least 17 years of age or older?

• Yes
• No

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What previous roles have you held that you believe qualify you for this position?

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Employer Manatee County Government

Address 9000 Town Center Parkway

Lakewood Ranch, Florida, 34202

Phone (941) 748-4501 ext. 3865

Website https://www.mymanatee.org