Events Set Up Technician

Chapman University Careers•Irvine, CA

About The Position

Set up selected areas for special events, classes, dinners, and other activities, and assist other departments with events. Perform moves of personnel and equipment between locations, and assist with deliveries and distribution of materials. The role also supports campus events, classroom and residence hall setups, interdepartmental moves, and facilities needs, including responses to rain leak emergencies. Other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

Physical fitness and the ability to lift and carry heavy items.
High school diploma and demonstrated ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions.
Strong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize work orders for timely completion with minimal disruption to other departments.
Ability to interpret room setup plans and perform basic math calculations.
Interpersonal skills demonstrating tact and diplomacy when working with diverse members of the campus community.
Knowledge of safe driving practices outlined by the California DMV.
Commitment to safety and adherence to industry and regulatory standards for safe working practices.
Proficiency with hand tools for assembling and disassembling furniture.
Effective English reading, writing, and speaking skills to interact with all levels of the campus community and external contacts.
Team-oriented mindset and ability to collaborate effectively in group settings.

Responsibilities

Coordinate and set up for special events, including dinners, luncheons, forums, meetings, classes, parties, and concerts.
Inspect and reorganize campus classrooms before Monday morning classes throughout the academic year.
Set up major campus events, including Graduation, Founders’ Day, Scholars’ Day, Orientation, Discover Chapman, and American Celebration.
Manage residence hall turnovers at the beginning and end of each school year.
Organize, set up, and reconfigure residence rooms, apartments, and houses according to Residence Life directives.
Facilitate inter-school and interdepartmental moves of furniture, books, boxes, cubicle partitions, files, and related items.
Remove and dispose of trash, storage materials, and bulk furniture items.
Assist with unloading trucks, storing items, and delivering items as needed.
Provide support to other trades when requested or required.
Respond to rain leak emergencies, including roof patching, filling sandbags, and placing them.
Perform additional duties as assigned.