[SEASONAL] - Exhibitor Services - National Western Stock Show
Denver, CO 80216
About the Job
Join the team behind the historic National Western Stock Show – the nation’s premier livestock, rodeo, and horse show!
PLEASE NOTE: This is a seasonal position for the month of January 2025, with some positions starting in late December. Individuals in this role will be required to work every day January 5th-January 26th, up to 12 hours per day. Additional work may be available the week following Stock Show, January 27th-January 31st.
Day- and night-shift opportunities available.
Overview
As a member of our Exhibitor Services Team, you’ll be on the front lines of support for NWSS Livestock Exhibitors. This role involves providing exceptional customer service, checking in livestock, assisting with livestock relocation, and ensuring our exhibitors have what they need. You will also operate equipment such as tractors, skid steers, and golf carts to transport exhibitor tack and deliver feed & shavings across our grounds. If you’re eager to lend a hand, enjoy working around livestock, and have a proactive attitude, we encourage you to apply!
The ideal candidate is a team-oriented, service-minded individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys hands-on work. Candidates should be comfortable working around livestock and would have experience operating equipment or have the willingness to learn. This individual should excel at problem-solving and bring a positive, can-do attitude to every task.
Reports to: Yards Manager, Feed Inventory Manager
Duties & Responsibilities
- Provide excellent customer service to all livestock exhibitors, addressing questions and ensuring a smooth experience.
- Assist with transporting tack and equipment from check-in to assigned exhibitor pens.
- Distribute feed and bedding products.
- Safely operate equipment (tractors, golf carts, skid steers) to haul exhibitor tack and deliver feed and shavings to pens.
- Maintain a clean and organized exhibitor area, including removing trash, shavings, and other debris as needed.
- Work collaboratively with other team members to respond to requests and resolve issues promptly.
- Ensure all activities comply with event policies and safety standards.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.
Desired Experience, Skills, & Abilities
- Previous experience working with and around livestock is required.
- Candidates must be available for early mornings, late nights, and weekends throughout the 16 days of Stock Show (January 11th-January 26th), with shifts up to 12 hours per day.
- Ability to stand for extended periods, lift up to 50 pounds, and work outdoors in all weather conditions.
- Must be comfortable operating or willing to learn to operate equipment with a valid driver’s license and clean Motor Vehicle Record (MVR). Must pass a pre-employment drug test.
- Fluent in English with the ability to follow verbal and written directions.
- Able to work independently as well as part of a team, with a strong commitment to safety.
Working Conditions
The National Western Complex is a multi-purpose indoor and outdoor commercial and agricultural complex where dusty conditions and animals may exist. While performing the duties of this job, work is performed primarily outdoors in all weather conditions, including extreme cold, snow, wind, and rain, on varied surfaces. Candidates should be comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-energy environment with large crowds.
Compensation & Benefits
- This is a seasonal, hourly position with a pay rate of $19.00/hour.
- Paid sick time offered at the rate of 1 hour for every 30 hours worked.
- Shift differentials offered – earn more for working nights!
WSSA/NWSS is a drug & alcohol-free employer with a zero-tolerance drug policy, including marijuana.
WSSA/NWSS is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity.
All offers are contingent on the successful completion of a criminal background check and drug test. Candidates must be 18 years or older to apply.
Anticipated Job Posting Close Date
12/31/2024; open until filled.
Established in 1906 in the heart of downtown Denver, the National Western Stock Show is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization. Our mission is to strengthen American agriculture through enrichment programs and nourishing agriculture education. The annual Stock Show is the nation's premier livestock, rodeo, and horse show, serving agricultural producers and consumers worldwide.
Our employees are the most essential part of everything we do. From Event Operations to Finance or Livestock to Marketing, our team is the force behind the name and the reason for our successes.
There's no place like Stock Show, and there's no team like it either.