Event Technician | Truck Driver - Full Time

Sight & Sound Productions • Jacksonville, FL

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Mugwump Productions | Sight & Sound Event Productions is hiring an Event Technician / Driver based out of its Jacksonville office. The position involves driving cargo vans and straight trucks up to 26 feet to and from job sites, and installing decor and audiovisual equipment at event venues. The work takes place at varied hours according to client event schedules, with shop hours also used for event preparation, restocking, training, and maintenance. Most events load in between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. and end around 9–11 p.m.; load-outs typically take one to four hours. The company produces events throughout the country, with most events in Northeast Florida and occasional travel of up to a week.

Requirements

• Valid driver’s license.
• Must be available for 60% travel and flexible working hours.
• Ability to work in a team and collaborate closely with others on live events and internal projects.
• Must learn and become adept at using Flex resource management software.
• Must obtain a U.S. passport and medical card if necessary.
• Promptness, reliability, strong support skills, excellent communication, a track record of client satisfaction, and motivation to provide superior service.

Responsibilities

• Drive delivery vehicles to and from job sites.
• Safely load and unload trucks at job sites.
• Assist the warehouse manager with pulling, scanning, loading, unloading, and checking equipment for completeness.
• Set lighting equipment, specialized drape treatments, facades, and other event equipment promptly and within event setup timelines.
• Break down, sort, and store company equipment carefully to preserve its usability.
• Attend pre-event meetings with the production manager or producer when requested.
• Perform other associated duties assigned by the project lead and/or production manager.
• Prepare and restock for events, and participate in training and maintenance during shop hours.

Benefits

• Paid time off.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k).
• Team-focused culture.
• Opportunity to develop talent and grow within the company.
• Complimentary tickets to Jacksonville Icemen hockey games, Jumbo Shrimp baseball games, and the Jacksonville Zoo, including general admission and special events.

What This Job Offers

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