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Temporary Event Support Material Handler

Wesleyan University
Middletown, CT Temporary
POSTED ON 6/8/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/8/2026
The Facilities Department is seeking a Temporary Event Support Material Handler to assist with commencement setup activities. This role involves preparing event spaces, moving furniture and materials, and supporting event logistics during a busy commencement week.

Responsibilities

  • Set up and dismantle tables, chairs, tents, and other event infrastructure
  • Read and interpret event sheets and oral instructions to determine tasks and material needs
  • Move furniture and materials to and from classrooms, offices, storage areas, loading docks, and delivery vehicles.
  • Assist with other commencement-related tasks as needed

This is an on-campus position.

Minimum Qualifications

Must dress appropriately, including sturdy shoes or sneakers.

Must be available to work at all scheduled dates and times.

Preferred Qualifications

Prior experience with event setup or related tasks.

Additional Applicant Instructions

Applicants must submit a cover letter and resume.

Compensation: $16.94/hr.

Work Location: On Campus

All offers to external applicants are contingent on the candidate’s completion of a pre-employment background check screening to the satisfaction of Wesleyan University.

Wesleyan University, located in Middletown, Connecticut, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, age, gender, gender identity or expression, national origin, marital status, ancestry, present or past history of mental disorder, learning disability or physical disability, political belief, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information or non-position-related criminal record. We welcome applications from women and historically underrepresented minority groups. Inquiries regarding Title IX, Section 504 or any other non-discrimination policies should be directed to Vice President for Equity and Inclusion, Title IX and ADA/504 Coordinator.

Wesleyan University complies with the Clery Act and maintains records of campus crime statistics and security policies. Copies of Wesleyan University’s Clery Act Report are available on request and online at https://www.wesleyan.edu/publicsafety/clery.html.

Experience is taken into consideration in the determination of salary offers. For more information visit https://www.wesleyan.edu/hr/handbook/compensation-practices/index.html

Wesleyan offers a broad range of employee benefits and development opportunities, including comprehensive group insurance plans, wellness programs and incentives, generous paid time off and retirement plans, flexible work schedules, employee and dependent tuition programs for those who qualify.

Detailed information on the benefits of working at Wesleyan is located at: https://wesleyan.edu/hr/careers/prospective-resources.html.

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