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Job Description
Salary Range
$17.04-$21.73
Job Posting End Date - Applications will no longer be accepted starting
06-13-2025
Job Summary
Starting Salary: $17.04 - $21.72
Job Description:
The Event & Facility Technician plays a key behind-the-scenes role in preparing and maintaining the spaces where unforgettable memories are made. This position supports event set-up and breakdown, light facility maintenance, and operational logistics that keep the Gardens running smoothly and beautifully. You’ll work across departments to ensure event spaces and public areas are safe, clean, and ready for guests. This role involves hands-on work with tools, equipment, event furnishings, and facility systems-helping to ensure the highest standards of presentation and hospitality.
Key Responsibilities
Support Event Operations - Work closely with all departments to set up and break down Gardens events, classes, weddings, private event rentals, and special events, including placement of tables, chairs, décor, signage, and equipment according to layouts and specifications. Offer on-site support during weddings and programs, including troubleshooting set-up issues, directing visitors, assisting vendors, and coordinating traffic and parking when needed.
Maintain Facilities - Perform routine maintenance and upkeep across the Gardens, including basic repairs, painting, minor plumbing, and general handyman tasks to ensure all public and event areas are safe, clean, and well-presented. Monitor and inspect facility spaces across the Gardens campus for cleanliness, safety, and accessibility throughout the day. Use hand and power tools, carts, lifts, and other equipment to transport and install furnishings and materials. Follow safety protocols at all times. Respond to immediate facility needs and work proactively to keep the property visitor and event-ready.
Qualifications
• Commitment to teamwork, reliability, and delivering high-quality service
• Experience in facility maintenance, event setup, or manual labor in a public, hospitality, or cultural setting
• Comfortable working outdoors in various weather conditions and physically capable of lifting up to 50 pounds
• Familiarity with basic tools and equipment used in facilities or event support
• Strong work ethic with attention to detail and a problem-solving mindset
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions and work independently after training
• Flexibility to work weekends, evenings, and holidays as needed
Minimum Qualifications:
High School Diploma/G.E.D. Certificate and one (1) year general maintenance experience required; or an equivalent combination of related education, training, and experience. Ability to read, write, and follow instructions. Valid Florida Driver's License required.
Important: To be eligible to proceed forward in the application process, applicants must meet the minimum qualifications listed in the position description. Please ensure your application provides details of all relevant experience related to the position. If you have questions or need clarification concerning the position or application process, please contact Human Resources at jobs@orlando.gov or 407.246.2062.
If this posting indicates a degree is required, the following experience will apply in lieu of any degree as follows:- Two (2) years of direct experience for an associate degree;
- Four (4) years of direct experience for a bachelor's degree;
- Six (6) years of direct experience for a master's degree; or
- Nine (9) years of direct experience for a doctoral degree.
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ABOUT THE COMPANY
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City of Orlando
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