Event Setup Staff

Nashville Zoo • Nashville, TN

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Event Operations staff members receive daily instructions, tasks and oversight from the Event Operations Coordinator. The staff are responsible for executing the set up/breakdown of both public, private and internal events and maintaining clean and accurate event inventories and venue spaces.

Requirements

• Ability to work with little or no supervision
• Ability to perform assigned tasks in an organized and efficient manner
• Ability to operate small and medium equipment and tools required for the execution of assigned tasks efficiently and safely
• Ability to perform basic landscape, lawn and general venue maintenance
• Ability to responsibly use and maintain assigned tools and equipment
• Ability to interact professionally with both staff and visitors.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Must have a minimum of 1 year of general event or manual labor experience.
• Frequently stand and walk for most of an 8–10‑hour shift and regularly bend, kneel, reach, climb, and perform repetitive motions while cleaning, maintaining grounds, or performing facilities repairs.
• Frequently lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling up to 50 lbs and occasionally heavier items with assistance, as well as safely navigating ladders, stairs, uneven surfaces, and wet or slippery areas.
• Adequate vision, hearing, hand dexterity, and clear communication are necessary to operate tools, equipment, vehicles, and radios safely.
• Work occurs both indoors and outdoors year‑round in all weather conditions, with routine exposure to dust, dirt, chemicals, cleaning agents, noise, and equipment vibration.
• Positions may involve using power tools, machinery, or motorized vehicles and require adherence to established safety procedures.
• PPE such as gloves, protective footwear, eye and hearing protection, or respirators may be required depending on the task.
• Schedules may include early mornings, evenings, weekends, holidays, and occasional overtime based on operational needs.
• The role must learn new tasks, remember processes, maintain focus, complete task independently, and make timely decisions in the context of a workflow.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.
• Must be available to work any of seven days of the week.
• Must be available to work special needs or events that may occur outside of regular work schedule, including evenings, weekends, or holidays, as required.
• All candidates are required to successfully complete a criminal background check and drug screening prior to hire.
• Pre-employment and annual tuberculosis (TB) screenings are a condition of continued employment.

Nice To Haves

• Zoo uniformed issued with additional Zoo logoed shirts provided for public and private event days as needed.

Responsibilities

• Complete assigned weekly event tasks including set up, breakdown of table, chairs, props, etc. to meet the needs of the calendar of events.
• Execute all tasks in a timely fashion and ensure work performed meets the needs of the client and the event.
• Perform daily venue and storage area checks with routine cleaning of spaces. Required to immediately notify supervisor of any existing safety or event related concerns.
• Maintain clean and organized inventory of equipment; moving to proper storage areas as needed.
• Work with other Zoo departments to maintain the needs of event areas including working with horticulture to perform weeding, mulching, fertilizing, seeding, pruning etc. of venues; working with grounds on trash removal and pressure washing of venues and materials, and working with Service Systems & Associates to meet the operational needs of catering team.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Comprehensive healthcare coverage – including medical, dental, and vision plans to keep you and your family healthy.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – confidential support services for mental, emotional, and financial well-being.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company matching – helping you build a secure future while you make a meaningful impact today.
• Generous paid time off and sick leave – because rest and recovery are vital.
• Exclusive zoo perks – enjoy discounts on park experiences, retail, and food services, plus complimentary membership benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED