Staging Technician (Tradeshows & Events)
About The Position
The Staging Technician (Trade Shows & Events) supports the preparation and execution of trade shows and events through in-house staging and care of exhibit structures and related components. The role includes installing and dismantling exhibits, assembling structures to specifications, preparing materials for internal and onsite execution, and reviewing blueprints and technical drawings to determine dimensions and build requirements. The technician checks projects and components for quality, damage, completeness, and readiness, and supports repairs, cleaning, and refurbishment. The role also involves coordinating with internal teams and contractors on inventory and production tasks, keeping materials organized, operating forklifts and aerial lifts safely, following health and safety regulations, and resolving project issues with supervisors. This position must be performed onsite in Dayton, New Jersey five days a week.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- 1–2 years of related experience in staging, fabrication, production, or a similar hands-on environment, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints or technical drawings.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven production environment.
- Team-oriented mindset with strong communication and collaboration skills.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with exhibit, event, or fabrication builds is strongly preferred.
- Forklift and aerial lift (scissor lift) operation experience is preferred or may be required depending on the site.
Responsibilities
- Stage, install, and dismantle exhibits and related components.
- Assemble and construct exhibit structures according to specifications.
- Prepare materials and components for internal and onsite execution.
- Review blueprints and technical drawings to determine structure dimensions and build requirements.
- Review staged projects for accuracy and quality completion.
- Inspect exhibit components for damage, completeness, and readiness.
- Support repairs, cleaning, and refurbishment of exhibit materials.
- Coordinate with internal teams and contractors on inventory, cleaning, repairs, and assembly tasks.
- Maintain organized tracking of exhibit components and materials.
- Follow established time-tracking and production-reporting processes.
- Operate forklifts and aerial lifts, including scissor lifts, safely and effectively.
- Comply with company, venue, and federal health and safety regulations.
- Maintain clean, safe, and organized work environments.
- Identify and resolve project-related issues, collaborating with supervisors on timely and effective solutions.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
