Event Staff

Job Title: Event Setup & Breakdown Associate Hiring Agency: PrideStaff Position Type: Temporary / Special Project (6–10 Openings) Pay Rate: $20.00/hour Position Overview PrideStaff is seeking 6–10 energetic, dependable Event Setup Associates for a special event production project. Associates will assist with unloading, building out floor layouts, staging event spaces, assisting vendors/guests during the event, and completing post-event teardown. Snacks, water, and sports drinks are provided on-site.

Key Responsibilities

• Setup Phase:
• Unload trailers and on-site storage spaces using hand carts and staging equipment.
• Measure and mark layout spaces across the convention floor using temporary markers.
• Assemble temporary pegboard partition walls and apply paper coverings.
• Position tables (6' and 8'), display showcases, and seating according to the event floor plan.
• Clean and prepare display cases and assist vendors with unloading and arranging merchandise.
• Event Phase:
• Provide helpful, customer-service-oriented support to event participants, vendors, and guests.
• Assist with moving merchandise, supplies, and displays in and out of the venue as needed.
• Teardown Phase:
• Disassemble temporary walls, display cases, and tables.
• Carefully pack, secure, and organize inventory and materials back into storage spaces and trailers.

Schedule & Hours

• Tuesday – Thursday (Setup): Up to 10 hours/day (flexible scheduling between 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM)
• Friday – Saturday (Event Days): 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM
• Sunday (Event & Teardown): Select shifts starting at 10:00 AM; majority report for afternoon/evening teardown (approx. 2:00 PM – 10:00 PM)

Qualifications & Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs consistently; capability to handle 75 lbs occasionally is a major plus.
• High attention to detail when moving bulky, valuable, or fragile items.
• Strong communication skills in English to receive verbal instructions, report progress, and coordinate with on-site leads.
• Friendly, customer-focused attitude when interacting with exhibitors and attendees.
• Forklift certification or prior event floor lead/supervisory experience is a strong plus for future recurring projects.
• Must have reliable transportation to and from the venue.
• Willingness to submit to a standard criminal background check.

Dress Code

• Company-provided event t-shirt
• Durable work pants (jeans, canvas, or work trousers)
• Work-safe footwear (steel-toe shoes/boots strongly preferred)

Compensation / Pay Rate (Up to): $20.00 - $20.00 Per Hour