Event Setup Staff [evening shift]

The Classic Center • Athens, GA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Classic Center is seeking dependable, energetic staff for its Convention Center Operations team in Athens, Georgia. This part-time role helps prepare and convert the facility for conferences, community celebrations, and other events. Staff work with a team to build event layouts, support event needs, and complete teardown. The position typically averages 15–32 hours per week, with shifts varying throughout the week, including evenings, weekends, and holidays. Full-time opportunities may be available.

Requirements

• At least one year of experience in a similar role is preferred but not required.
• Flexible availability, including days, nights, weekends, holidays, and extended hours when needed.
• Reliable transportation.
• Ability to lift 25–50 pounds, walk extensively, and bend, squat, or kneel during shifts.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a forklift license and a valid state driver’s license.
• Strong teamwork, work ethic, and attention to detail.
• Must successfully pass a drug screening and criminal background check if selected.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in an arena, convention center, stadium, or theater.
• Willingness to lead, mentor, and foster a positive and productive workplace culture.

Responsibilities

• Work with event staff to set up and convert the campus for events.
• Build event layouts based on diagrams and manager instructions, including tables, chairs, stages, and tradeshow setups.
• Follow safety training and best practices in all tasks.
• Assist with event preparations, day-of-event needs, and post-event teardown.
• Keep storage areas clean, organized, and efficient.
• Store tools and equipment properly after use and assist with annual inventory.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed