Event Center Setup Crew

SJSU Student Union • San Jose, CA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Under the immediate supervision of the Event Center Operations Manager. Setup Crew members play a hands-on role in executing all physical event setups and takedowns at the Event Center and surrounding areas. As the backbone of event logistics, this team ensures that spaces are ready, equipment is in place, and events are set for success. This is a physical, fast-paced, and team-oriented position.

Requirements

• Prior experience in event setup, facilities work, or related role
• Familiarity with safe lifting techniques and event equipment
• Must be a matriculated SJSU student and continuously enrolled at least half-time during the academic term. Half-time is defined as follows: Enrollment Status Half-time Units Undergraduate and Post baccalaureate Students 6.0-8.0 hours/semester
• Current SJSU students enrolled for the current or upcoming semester
• Available to work 12–15 hours per week, including nights, weekends, and academic breaks
• Ability to lift 50 lbs, push carts, and work on your feet for extended periods
• Dependable, detail-oriented, and a team player
• Willingness to learn and take direction from student professional supervisors

Responsibilities

• Execute event setups and breakdowns per diagrams and instructions (tables, chairs, staging, etc.)
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of event spaces and storage areas
• Load/unload equipment and support event turnover and transitions
• Assist with minor equipment checks and report damages or inventory shortages
• Provide on-site event support as directed (restocking, monitoring, resetting spaces)
• Follow safety procedures and support a positive team environment
• Occasionally assist with large-scale campus or external events (e.g. commencements, concerts, orientations

Benefits

• This position is employed through the Student Union at San Jose State University which offers employees to receive 40 hours of sick pay during the calendar year.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees