Big Yellow slide attendants - $15/hr

Assist patrons with safely riding down the popular Big Yellow Slide attraction. Whether taking tickets or ensuring riders are properly seated, this is a position where quality customer service and attention to safety details is a must.

Position Responsibilities
o Collect valid admission tickets
o Hand out burlap riding sacks
o Ensure riders are properly seated for ride
o Collect burlap riding sack
o Inform patrons of ride safety
o Greet visitors with a positive, customer-centered attitude
o Answer general questions from the public

Requirements
o Excellent customer service ability
o Ability to sit and stand for extended periods of time
o Must be able to climb stairs regularly throughout shift
o Must be able to pass a CORI background check

Ticket Sellers - $15/hr
Ticket Sellers are one of the first points of contact with the fairgoer. Ticket Sellers are stationed in temperature controlled booths and complete cash and credit card transactions for general admission ticket sales.

Position Responsibilities
o Selling gate admission tickets to the general public via ticket booths at the entrances
o Assist guests at the ticket booth windows and resolve issues/problems
o Familiarize self with all applicable discount admission days and times
o Answer basic questions regarding the fair
o Reconcile money received

Position Requirements
o Excellent customer service ability
o Ability to sit for extended periods of time
o Basic familiarity with electronic equipment (e.g. cash register, POS systems, touch screen electronic devices, etc.)
o Cash handling and mathematical skills

Ticket Takers - $15/hr
Ticket takers are one of the first points of contact with the fairgoer. Ticket takers are stationed at public gates and use electronic scanners to admit patrons.

Position Responsibilities
o Scan valid admission tickets or entry credentials
o Greet visitors with a positive, customer-centered attitude
o Answer general questions from the public
o Inform anyone leaving of re-entry policy
o Stamp hand of patron for re-entry if needed

Position Requirements
o Excellent customer service ability
o Ability to sit and stand for extended periods of time

Creative Arts Assistants
The Creative Arts Assistants - $15/hr - work with the Creative Arts/New England Center Program Manager on all tasks required for a successful Big E production.

Position Responsibilities
o Organization of pre-receiving day tags and forms for Creative Arts competition entries.
o Assist on receiving day, judging, set up days, and pick up days.
o Assist daily during the fair with management of contests, volunteers, demonstrators, and stage presenters.
o Filing, copying, data entry, and contact with a broad range of customers.

Position Requirements
o Experience working in a team setting with individuals of all levels, including volunteers.
o Use of technology, including Microsoft Office and electronic calendars.
o Capacity to handle stressful situations in a positive, professional manner.
o Strong organizational and time management skills.
o Flexible and creative approach to work with unforeseen changes.
o Willing to learn and work with new computer applications.
o Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
o Ability to lift or move objects weighing 25 lbs.
o Ability to walk, sit and stand for extended periods of time.
o Ability to multi-task.
o High school degree or equivalent.
o License and vehicle ownership required.
o Must be able to work the following schedule:
Start approximately mid-August and end 2 days after Fair ends.
10 to 40 hours per week.
Days, evenings and weekend work are required.

Bathroom Attendants - $15/hr
o Monitor the cleanliness and function of facilities
o Maintain a clean public bathroom facility
o Notify management of any maintenance needs and repairs
o Manage traffic flow in and out of the bathrooms
o Other bathroom maintenance duties as assigned

Position Requirements
o Must be able to lift and move a minimum of 25lbs
o Able to perform duties in a variety of weather conditions
o Timely and reliable
o Customer satisfaction-oriented
o Sense of humor and ability to have fun while maintaining a professional atmosphere

Custodial - $15/hr
o General cleaning throughout the facilities
o Sweeping, mopping, spill clean-up
o Other custodial duties as assigned

Position Requirements
o Must be able to lift and move a minimum of 25lbs
o Able to perform duties in a variety of weather conditions
o Timely and reliable
o Customer satisfaction-oriented
o Sense of humor and ability to have fun while maintaining a professional atmosphere

Trash Collectors - $15/hr
o Empty toter trash barrels at regular intervals
o Monitor trash for any overflow
o Other trash and recycling collection and disposal duties as assigned

Position Requirements
o Must be able to lift and move a minimum of 25lbs
o Able to perform duties in a variety of weather conditions
o Timely and reliable
o Customer satisfaction-oriented
o Sense of humor and ability to have fun while maintaining a professional atmosphere

Parking Attendants - $15/hr- play a critical role in the function of the Big E by ensuring that vehicles are moved in and out of parking areas as promptly and safely as possible.

Position Responsibilities
o Direct patrons, vendors, concessionaires, staff and volunteers to parking spots
o Direct vehicles to park in such a manner that takes advantage of all spaces
o Review hang tags in employee/vendor parking areas for display in windshields
o Use hand signals and lights to direct patrons into open spots
o Position or remove barricades to prevent parking in certain spots

Position Requirements
o Must be 18 years old by date of hire
o High school degree or GED
o Willingness to work outside in variable conditions
o Strong communication skills
o Customer satisfaction-oriented
o Sense of humor and ability to have fun while maintaining a professional atmosphere

Security Staff - $15/hr - for the Big E are responsible for providing secure, safe and friendly environment for all fair patrons, vendors, and staff. Security Staff are the first line of interaction with our guests and initial communications are extremely important. Security Staff are also expected to provide directions, assistance, contact first aid, fire safety or law enforcement when needed. Security Staff safety is of the utmost importance as well. Each shift will have a Sergeant as the primary liaison for Security Staff, who will report to the Captains and the Director of Public Safety and Security. Security Staff will keep their direct supervisor appraised of all personnel and security matters during their shifts.

Position Responsibilities
o Provide security for the Big E including preparation and execution of a safe and secure environment for staff and visitors.
o Work to identify areas of concern that require attention by the department, examples include but not limited to internal and external security, parking lots, proper lighting, customer service.
o Be available to vendors, be proactive and visible.
o Assure easy access to fairgrounds for all emergency personal responding to fairground needs.
o Relates effectively to others using tact, diplomacy and courtesy to both staff and visitors.
o Respond to any emergency situations in the area and maintain control until an area supervisor arrives.

Requirements
o Ability to be professional in duties and proper wear of uniform.
o Must be at least 18 years of age and possess a high school diploma or GED.
o Must be able to pass a criminal background check.
o Possess a valid driver’s license.
o Organized and have the ability to multitask.
o Ability to assist local law enforcement and fire department personnel.
o Ability to lift or move objects weighing 25 lbs.
o Ability to walk, sit and stand for extended periods of time in varied weather conditions.

Shuttle Drivers - $15/hr - are one of the first points of contact with patrons, including other employees. Shuttle Drivers transport patrons to and from parking locations in all weather conditions. Drivers must have a flexible schedule in order to work a variety of shifts - days, nights, and weekends available.

Position Responsibilities
o Safely drive patrons from parking lots to various drop off location on the fair grounds
o Assist riders on and off the shuttle vehicles
o Must navigate numerous road hazards (patrons crossing road, police directing traffic, etc.) and varying levels of traffic
o Answer basic questions regarding the fair with a positive, customer-centered attitude

Position Requirements
o Excellent customer service ability
o Must be at least 25 years old
o Clean driving record
o Strong defensive driving skills
o Minimum five years as a licensed driver
o Ability to sit for extended periods of time

Cashiers - $15/hr
Enthusiastic and energetic cashiers are needed at Storrowton Village Museum and The Farmers Market. Duties and responsibilities of cashiers will include greeting customers when entering or leaving our shops, maintaining a clean and tidy checkout area and restocking inventory.

Position Responsibilities
o Operating the cash register and handling cash transactions with customers.
o Operating the credit point of sale system, issuing receipts, and completing transactions accurately.
o Communicating with the supervisor regarding any customer concerns including but not limited to product questions, refunds, damaged merchandise, etc.
o Greeting customers when entering or leaving shops as well as having positive and polite interactions while they are shopping.
o Maintaining clean and tidy checkout areas.
o Bagging, boxing or wrapping packages.
o Restocking inventory as needed.
o Sharing the educational mission of the organization with customers.

Position Requirements
o Must be 18 years old by date of hire
o High school degree or GED
o Basic familiarity with electronic equipment (e.g. cash register, POS systems, etc.)
o Must be able to climb stairs multiple times throughout shifts
o Must be able to lift and move a minimum of 25lbs
o Strong communication and time management skills
o Customer satisfaction-oriented
o Attention to detail and mathematical skills