DPW Golf Carts Assistant Manager

JOB SUMMARY

The Department of Public Works (DPW) Golf Cart Assistant Manager plays a vital role in the seamless operation and maintenance of the golf cart fleet for the Burning Man event in Black Rock City. This position assists the DPW Golf Cart Manager in all aspects of the department, supporting efficient planning, execution, and tracking of golf cart rentals. Responsibilities include assisting with Golf Cart Shop build, helping oversee on-playa and off-playa operations, supervising day-to-day maintenance and crew, safety and cleaning protocols, coordinating inventory, and collaborating with an off-site team for post-event cart cleaning.

This role requires strong leadership, organizational and problem-solving skills, and the ability to thrive in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.

Note: This temporary, ineligible for benefits role is:

• August – September:
  Full-Time, Non-Exempt, based on-site out of Black Rock City, Nevada.

The Final date to receive applications for this role is 5:00pm PST on Feb 20, 2026.

Operations (65%):

• Assist with Golf Cart Shop build pre-event.
• Track golf cart allocation, use, and return, ensuring efficient distribution and retrieval, while maintaining meticulous records of rental maintenance, requests and condition.
• Keep an accurate, rolling inventory of shop consumables, parts, and supplies.
• Be available on radio during working hours and assigned on-call shifts for urgent cart support services.
• Establish and oversee the maintenance of a clean, efficient and safe worksite; ensure that all team members are provided with and use the necessary OSHA approved safety equipment.
• Maintain flexibility to respond to shifting needs during working hours, helping to assess workflow and identify critical objective tasks are being given priority.
• Present a professional and supportive demeanor with all staff and participants, serving as a helpful liaison between Burning Man Project departments and assigned drivers by keeping open communication to fulfill rental requests and address issues.
• Help to teach and acculturate all drivers in the golf cart driving policies and their importance, clearly establishing expectations and boundaries. Offer reasonable, creative problem-solving and provide alternate solutions when challenges arise.
• Ensure documentation assignments are completed accurately and on time, following established standards to maintain consistency as outlined by management.
• Improve and update Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for assigned projects throughout the season to reflect current practices and confirm accuracy.
• Prepare written feedback for DPW Management describing the successes of the season, and suggestions for improvement;
  Submit an end-of-season EMBER Report.

• Personnel Support (15%):
• Supervise and guide the Golf Carts team, fostering a collaborative, up-beat and high-performing working environment using established processes, timelines and goals.
• Assist with the production of staffing schedules, payroll hours processing, and distribution of paychecks to crew in a timely manner.
• Act as a mentor, positive role model, and team leader by guiding and directing team members as they carry out their tasks.
• Learn, use, and share the proper pathways of communication and supporting documentation for escalating personnel issues.
• Manage personal time effectively and work alongside individuals and teams to foster an environment of accountability, collaboration, and adaptability.

• Off-Site Cart Return and Processing (15%):
• Travel to Reno with the Cleaning Team to help oversee the cleaning and return of golf carts to the vendor.
• Ensure carts are cleaned to specifications and returned in optimal condition.

• Other Functions and Responsibilities (5%)
• Attend and support crew attendance to Team Meetings and DPW Morning Meetings.
• Work with the team to plan and execute waste disposal plans and enforce LNT (Leave No Trace) principles.
• Monitor the well-being of self and staff, setting reasonable work expectations and proactively addressing any concerns with management.
• Be familiar with, understand and act in accordance with Burning Man’s staff policies, protocols and behavioral…