Event Set-Up Staff

Type: Full Time (40 hours per week) / Hourly
Reports to: Operations Manager
Pay Rate: $15 per hour

Primary Responsibilities:
- Sets up & breaks down event spaces
- Moves, secures, installs, builds, loads, and unloads materials
- Performs various physical duties as assigned
- Transports guests via golf cart to event spaces
- Assists with operational duties as assigned, such as trash collection
- Assists multiple departments in executing events
- Maintains safety standards
- Completes other tasks as assigned

Skills / Abilities:
- Able to drive a golf cart
- Able to lift at least 50 pounds frequently
- Able to read written instructions & layouts
- Excellent time management and organizational skills
- Able to receive and follow instructions and communicate with co-workers & the general public

Attributes:
- Positive attitude
- Team-oriented (will work closely with many departments)
- Ethical and Professional
- Reliable / Dependable
- Detail oriented
- Self-accountable to deadlines and objectives

Special Requirements:
- Must submit to and pass a background check and drug screening
- In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.
- Must have reliable transportation.
- Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
- Position requires walking, standing, and occasional lifting up to 50 lbs.
- The schedule is dependent on the events calendar. Night and weekend hours are required.
- The position is on-site at the Memphis Botanic Garden.
- The schedule for this position varies depending on the Garden’s event schedule.