Event Representative

Efficiency NS Instant Saving Programs; Spring 2024 Retail Campaign in Store Engagement

Position: Energy Efficiency Event Representative

Job Type: Part-time, Contract, Customer Engagement

Event Dates: April 6, 7, 13, 14, 20, 21, 28, May 4, 5

Locations: Retailers in Greenwood and Berwick, NS – see dates and location at the bottom of the posting

Hourly Wage: $18/hour.

Summerhill is dedicated to developing, implementing, and managing public engagement and market transformation programs that lead to measurable improvements in energy savings.

We seek outgoing, energetic, and dynamic individuals to join our team as Event Representatives for our latest events in Greenwood and Berwick, Nova Scotia. The Efficiency Nova Scotia Instant Savings Campaign will be promoted in-store at select retailers across the province from March 23 - May 19. The events will take place on various weekends in the campaign period to promote the campaign.

Summerhill Group delivers Efficiency Nova Scotia’s Instant Savings Program. It aims to make customers and retailers aware of energy efficiency opportunities, encourage customers to take action by purchasing and installing energy-efficient products, increase demand for energy-efficient products, and increase the availability of energy-efficient products at retailers.

The ideal candidate will possess strong customer service skills, an enthusiastic disposition, and will have a genuine interest in the environment and energy conservation.

Job Responsibilities

• Educate customers on energy efficiency choices and related product knowledge (training will be provided)
• Facilitate events at store level
• Set up and wrap up event/area booth
• Track program participation, collect customer information electronically and submit all reporting to the appropriate lead in a timely fashion
• Receive event materials
• Provide excellent customer service
• Coordinate with appropriate lead if additional POP is needed
• Attend paid training

Job Qualifications/ Requirements

• Knowledge of email and Internet applications
• Written skills; ability to log information accurately
• Strong interpersonal skills; comfortable talking to new people and adjusting communication style as needed
• Strong verbal communication skills in English
• Able to remain in a stationary position for the duration of the shift (typically 6 hours)
• Access to a computer with internet
• Friendly and professional manner and appearance

Working Conditions

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position for the duration of the shift

Shift Times

9:30-10am Set-up (30 Min)

10 am-3 pm Event (5 Hours)

3:00-3:15 pm Take-down (15 Min)

Paid Training– Mandatory

Region: Greenwood NS

Job Contact Information

Please submit a resume by clicking the link below. You must be available for all dates associated with the event number (refer to the event dates at the start of the job description).

Summerhill welcomes and encourages applications from people from equity-deserving groups, including Racialized, Black and or People of Colour, People with disabilities, Indigenous Peoples, 2SLGBTQ+ and/or gender or sexually diverse individuals. Accommodation is available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

Summerhill is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We thank applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

The below event dates and locations are for One Event Representative

Canadian Tire 730 Central Avenue, Greenwood - Apr 6, Apr 7, Apr 14, Apr 20, May 4, 5

Home Hardware 155 Commercial Street, Berwick - Apr 13, Apr 21, Apr 28,

Job Types: Part-time, Fixed term contract

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Weekends only

Application question(s):

• Do you live within the Greenwood NS area?
• Have you reviewed the event locations and dates at the bottom of the job posting?

Education:

• Secondary School (preferred)

Experience:

• Customer service: 2 years (required)

Work Location: In person