Events Operations Manager Jobs in Tucson, AZ (NOW HIRING)

Tanque Verde Flea Market is seeking an experienced, dependable, and hands-on Operations Manager to oversee the day-to-day operational success of the market.

This leadership position is responsible for coordinating facility operations, grounds maintenance, janitorial services, property upkeep, safety, staffing, and operational readiness. The Operations Manager will lead multiple teams while ensuring the market is clean, safe, properly maintained, and fully prepared for customers and sellers each market day.

We are looking for a leader who is comfortable balancing team management with hands-on problem solving. The ideal candidate is organized, mechanically inclined, safety-conscious, and willing to step in alongside the team when needed.

Full weekend availability is required.

• Oversee daily operations related to facilities, grounds maintenance, janitorial services, and general property upkeep.
• Ensure the marketplace is operationally prepared, clean, safe, and ready to open for business.
• Conduct regular property inspections and identify maintenance, repair, cleanliness, and safety needs.
• Prioritize operational projects and coordinate materials, staffing, assignments, and completion timelines.
• Partner with market leadership and the Facilities Maintenance Supervisor to ensure operational priorities are completed.
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, reduce unnecessary costs, and minimize reliance on outside repair services when work can safely and appropriately be completed internally.

• Troubleshoot and assist with repairs involving plumbing, electrical systems, refrigeration, HVAC equipment, concession equipment, food carts, restrooms, market equipment, and other facility needs.
• Coordinate preventive maintenance and timely repair of market facilities, vehicles, carts, rides, tools, and equipment.
• Ensure team members have the tools, materials, equipment, and supplies necessary to perform their responsibilities.
• Maintain equipment in safe and operational condition and escalate significant repair needs when appropriate.

• Directly supervise team members assigned to Grounds Maintenance, Janitorial, and Facilities operations.
• Schedule employees to maintain appropriate coverage based on market and operational needs.
• Assign daily responsibilities and monitor completion and quality of work.
• Train and coach employees on job responsibilities, equipment use, workplace safety, and operational expectations.
• Maintain accurate employee time records and support attendance and performance accountability.
• Lead by example and assist with operational work when business needs require it.

• Promote a strong culture of workplace safety across operational departments.
• Ensure employees follow established safety procedures and applicable OSHA requirements.
• Identify potential hazards and implement appropriate corrective or preventive measures.
• Ensure required daily inspections, task sheets, maintenance documentation, and ride inspection records are completed accurately and timely.
• Maintain organized records of required operational and safety documentation.

• Monitor traffic flow, parking, property conditions, cleanliness, and other operational concerns during market hours.
• Recognize developing problems and take prompt action before they negatively affect sellers, customers, or employees.
• Use radios, phones, and other communication tools to coordinate teams and maintain efficient market operations.
• Respond quickly to unexpected operational or facility needs during busy market days.
• Support special events, projects, and other operational priorities as needed.

• Previous operations, facilities, maintenance, property management, or similar leadership experience.
• Previous experience supervising and developing employees.
• Strong working knowledge of general facility maintenance and repair.
• Mechanical aptitude with the ability to troubleshoot operational problems.
• Familiarity with basic plumbing, electrical, HVAC, refrigeration, equipment, or general building maintenance strongly preferred.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication, judgment, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with market leadership.
• Comfortable working both indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Ability and willingness to perform hands-on operational duties when necessary.
• Reliable attendance and full weekend availability required.

Tanque Verde Flea Market offers eligible full-time team members a comprehensive benefits package designed to support health, financial well-being, and work-life balance, including:

• Medical insurance with the company contributing up to 85% of the employee-only premium
• Dental insurance with 100% of the employee-only premium paid by the company
• Vision insurance with 100% of the employee-only premium paid by the company
• Employer-paid short-term and long-term disability coverage
• Employer-paid $25,000 Basic Life and AD&D insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching contributions
• Employer HSA contributions for eligible medical plans
• Optional supplemental insurance and benefit programs

• Paid holidays
• Paid vacation and personal time
• DailyPay access
• Discounted employee meals on market days
• Free on-site parking
• Employee referral program
• ADP employee discounts
• Employee recognition and appreciation programs
• Professional development and opportunities for career growth

If you enjoy leading people, solving problems, improving operations, and being directly involved in keeping a large property running safely and efficiently, we would like to hear from you.

Apply today and help lead the day-to-day operations of Tanque Verde Flea Market.