Event Set Up Technician

Nashville Zoo at Grassmere

Position Description

Position Title: Event Set Up Technician

Department: Events

Supervisor: Director of Events

Position Status: Part Time

Company Overview:

Nashville Zoo is dedicated to inspiring a culture of understanding and discovery of our natural world through conservation, innovation, and leadership. With a diverse collection of animals and a commitment to wildlife preservation, we provide engaging experiences for visitors of all ages.

Position Description:

Event Set Up Technician receives daily instructions, tasks and oversight from the Event Operations Coordinator. Responsible for executing the set up/breakdown of both public, private and internal events and maintaining clean and accurate event inventories and venue spaces.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Complete assigned weekly event tasks including set up, breakdown of table, chairs, props, etc. to meet the needs of the calendar of events.Oversee timeliness of event/ venue set up and breakdown.
• Execute all tasks in a timely fashion and ensure work performed meets the needs of the client and the event. Assist with set up and break down of event audio-visual equipment.
• Perform daily venue and storage area checks with routine cleaning of spaces. Required to immediately notify supervisor of any existing safety or event related concerns
• Maintain service log and complete minor repairs on event supplies such as tables, chairs, inflatables, special effect machines, etc., recommending replacement when applicable.
• Maintain clean and organized event storage facilities.
• Work with other Zoo departments to maintain the needs of event areas including working with horticulture to perform weeding, mulching, fertilizing, seeding, pruning etc. of venues; working with grounds on trash removal and pressure washing of venues and materials, and working with Service Systems & Associates to meet the operational needs of catering team.
• Other duties as assigned. 

Qualifications

Skills:

• Ability to successfully work independently.
• Ability to maintain professionalism in high stress situations.
• Ability to effectively communicate.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Ability to operate power tools and other relevant machinery.
• Ability to perform assigned tasks in an organized and efficient manner.
• Ability to perform basic landscape and general venue maintenance.

Education/ Experience:

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Must have valid driver’s license.

Physical Responsibilities:

• Ability to work outdoors year-round, including in inclement weather.
• Stand, sit, or walk for an extended period. Applicants must be able to bend, stoop and extend themselves, etc., as required for assigned tasks.
• Move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects weighing less than or equal to 25 pounds without assistance.

Work Schedule:

• Weekend and evening work as required.
• Some holiday work may be required.

Pre-employment requirements:

• Nashville Zoo is an EEO Institution and a Drug Free Workplace.
• Candidates for this position must submit to a criminal background check and pass a drug test.
• Candidates for this position are subject to pre-employment and annual Tuberculosis Screenings.

Qualifications