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General Event Setup & Breakdown

Bobby Morganstein Events
Philadelphia, PA Full Time | Part Time
POSTED ON 9/24/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/22/2027

Bobby Morganstein Events is looking for reliable, hardworking individuals to join our Event Setup & Breakdown Crew. This is a hands-on position supporting weddings, corporate events, mitzvahs, galas, private parties, and other special events throughout the Philadelphia region.

Our Setup & Breakdown Crew is responsible for helping load, transport, install, and remove event rental equipment and décor at venues. This is a great position for someone who enjoys physical work, working as part of a team, and being involved behind the scenes of large-scale events.

Responsibilities

  • Load and unload trucks with event rental equipment and décor
  • Set up and break down furniture, tables, chairs, bars, staging, dance floors, pipe and drape, lighting, props, and other event equipment
  • Follow floor plans and instructions from crew leaders and production managers
  • Properly handle rental inventory to prevent damage
  • Assist with installation and removal of specialty event décor
  • Keep trucks, loading areas, venues, and workspaces organized
  • Help return equipment to the appropriate warehouse locations after events
  • Work efficiently as part of a crew to meet event setup and breakdown deadlines
  • Maintain a professional attitude while working at venues and around clients, vendors, and guests
  • Follow company procedures and safety requirements

Qualifications

  • Reliable and punctual
  • Able to perform physical work and repeatedly lift approximately 50 lbs.
  • Comfortable being on your feet for extended periods
  • Able to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
  • Strong teamwork and communication skills
  • Willing to work nights, weekends, and varying schedules based on the event calendar
  • Reliable transportation to our warehouse or designated meeting location
  • Event production, moving, warehouse, construction, or installation experience is helpful but not required
  • Valid driver's license and experience driving trucks or larger vehicles is a plus

Schedule

This is an event-based position, so hours will vary depending on our event schedule. Candidates should have flexibility for weekday, evening, late-night, and weekend shifts.

Some shifts may involve an event setup earlier in the day, while others may involve returning to a venue late at night for breakdown.

What We're Looking For

We're looking for dependable people who aren't afraid of physical work and understand the importance of showing up on time. Event production is team-oriented—every crew member plays an important role in making sure an event is installed correctly, on schedule, and professionally.

Location: Philadelphia Region
Company: Bobby Morganstein Events
Position: Event Setup & Breakdown Crew

Job Types: Part-time, Full-time

Pay: $200.00 - $400.00 per day

Benefits:

  • Flexible schedule

Work Location: Multiple locations

Salary : $200 - $400

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