2025 Fair Lottery Vendor

Job Description:

2025 Fair Lottery Vendor

Part-time; Seasonal

Date Posted: May 5, 2025

Who we are…

The Pacific National Exhibition is an iconic institution in BC, famous for bringing generations of people together to celebrate and build memories. This 115-year-old, non-profit organization has an annual operating budget of over $70 million dollars and generates revenue through four activity streams: the 15-day annual summer Fair which averages more than 700,000 people annually, Playland amusement park which welcomes 400,000 guests annually including Fright Nights, and a busy year-round portfolio of events including concerts, trade shows and film, cultural and community events.

In total we bring over 2 million people through the site each year. The fourth activity stream is park care and facility maintenance. The PNE is proud of the work it does at Hastings Park and has a vibrant team that is passionate about events, guest experience and delivering memorable experiences.

At the PNE, we strive to create an environment that reflects our organization’s core values: Enthusiasm, Excellence and Evolution. With a focus on these core values, we are committed to achieving our mission which is to “Deliver Memorable Experiences” for all who interact with the PNE whether it is our guests, our employees, or the community.

If you would like to work in a fun and rewarding environment, then this could be the job for you!

• We create memorable experiences, and we have fun doing it – join us!
• Base wage starts at $18.01/hr with 5% additional pay in lieu of vacation & other benefits, resulting in a total of $18.91/hour.
• Training and development - learn new skills and gain valuable work experience.
• Career growth – opportunities for promotions and position transfers.
• Opportunity to create lasting memories & friendships.
• Great perks & employee rewards!
• Employee discounts on passes to The Fair, as well as at all PNE Food Stands!
• We want to recognize you – gift card rewards available all season long!

What will you do this year?

In your role as a Fair Lottery Vendor, your primary accountabilities will be to:

• Engage with guests by encouraging them to purchase PNE Prize Home lottery tickets.
• Enhance guest experience by providing lottery ticket information and addressing guest questions.
• Create an enthusiastic and welcoming environment for guests.
• Process monetary transactions related to the sale of lottery tickets.
• Work independently at assigned locations within the PNE Fair while meeting daily sales and commission targets.
• Accurately balance the sale of lottery tickets with daily transactions.
• Provide exceptional and friendly guest service.
• Ensure PNE Uniform and Appearance policy is adhered to at all times.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.
• Candidates must undergo a Criminal Record Check.

• Strong communication skills, and the ability to be outgoing and vocal, is required
• The ability to engage guests and drive lottery sales is required.
• The ability to be proactive and take initiative is required.
• A strong attention to detail and accuracy in processing transactions is required.
• The ability to provide courteous and professional guest service is required.
• The ability to work independently under minimum supervision is required.
• Successful completion of grade 12 is required.
• Previous sales, marketing, vendor, or promotions experience is an asset.
• Previous guest/customer service experience is an asset.
• Must be 19 years of age or older by July 1^st, 2025, due to licensing requirements.
• Sufficient strength, stamina, and coordination to permit the performance of assigned tasks, which includes walking and standing for the duration of shifts is required.

• Dates:
• The PNE Fair runs from August 16^th – September 1^st.
• Training and orientation will take place throughout the first 2 weeks of August depending on your department’s operational needs.
• Hours:
• The PNE Fair is open from 11AM – 11PM – with a variety of shifts available.
• Availability Requirements:
• Must be available for up to full-time hours (40 hours per week) including evenings, weekends, and late nights from August 16^th – September 1^st.

How to Apply?

Applications can be submitted via the PNE website at www.pne.ca/jobs and will be accepted until the roles are filled.

Preference will be given to candidates who submit their resume before Sunday, May 18^th, 2025. We look forward to hearing from you!

If you require any support or accommodations throughout any stage of the recruitment process, please contact the People & Culture Department at hr@pne.ca.