Seasonal Event Operations Assistant

Petersen Automotive Museum•Los Angeles, CA

2d•$20 - $20

About The Position

The Event Operations Assistant helps ensure the museum’s private events run smoothly from setup through breakdown. Taking direction from the Lead Coordinators and Events Manager, this hands-on role turns BEOs and floor diagrams into completed event spaces, both indoors and outdoors. The position supports event setup and breakdown, moves display cars into and out of galleries, handles rental equipment, and helps keep event spaces safe for guests and staff.

Requirements

High school diploma.
Ability and willingness to work as part of a team and in a guest-facing role; prior experience is preferred.
Willingness to work overtime, holidays, and weekends.
Ability to meet the listed physical requirements, including walking and standing during events, occasionally using stairs and ladders, lifting and carrying objects up to 30 pounds, moving display cars (50 pounds), operating a scissor lift, and performing other listed movements.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience working on a team or in a guest-facing role.

Responsibilities

Support the Lead Coordinators and Events Manager in carrying out event setups and breakdowns.
Set up tables, chairs, and staging according to BEOs and diagrams.
Push and move display cars in and out of the galleries.
Handle, store, install, and break down rental equipment.
Communicate effectively with the Sales team, clients, and coworkers to help ensure quality and satisfaction.
Identify, eliminate, and/or correct safety hazards.
Perform other related duties as required.