Build Manager -The Great Pumpkin Trail

Thedeadendhayride; Wyoming (MN); On-site; USD 30,307 - 52,348; Full time

Job summary

Mid Minnesota Entertainment seeks a highly organized, hands-on Build Manager to oversee the full seasonal build, setup, operations support, and teardown of The Great Pumpkin Trail in Minnesota.

This role requires leading crews in a fast-paced outdoor environment, coordinating logistics, and ensuring guest-ready operations on schedule from August through November, with potential for year-round work for the right candidate.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older.
• Experience in leadership or project management is preferred.
• Ability to lead crews in physically demanding outdoor work.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Reliable transportation to Wyoming, MN.

Responsibilities

• Hire, train, schedule, and oversee seasonal setup and teardown crews.
• Lead day-to-day installation and removal of attraction elements.
• Oversee setup of pumpkins, lighting, décor, pathways, signage, photo ops, props, and scenic elements.
• Coordinate wiring and placement of lighting and powered elements.
• Operate or oversee operation of utility vehicles, lifts, trailers, and equipment.
• Maintain organization of storage areas, inventory, props, and décor throughout the season.
• Work with teams in a fast-paced outdoor environment.
• Delegate tasks while maintaining timelines and high standards.
• Troubleshoot setup issues and adapt to changing priorities.
• Assist with operational maintenance and attraction support during the event season as needed.
• Ensure safe working practices across all setup and teardown operations.

Job description

Mid Minnesota Entertainment is the team behind Minnesota favorites The Dead End Hayride, The Great Pumpkin Trail, and Pinehaven Farm. We create unforgettable seasonal experiences for hundreds of thousands of guests each year through immersive attractions, and a team that knows how to work hard and have fun doing it.

Seasonal Build Manager – The Great Pumpkin Trail

Seasonal Contract Position: August through November (potential for full‑time year‑round for the right candidate)

The Great Pumpkin Trail is looking for a highly organized, hands‑on leader to oversee the full seasonal build, setup, operations support, and teardown of one of Minnesota’s largest immersive fall attractions.

This is not a desk job. This role is for someone who can lead crews, solve problems fast, stay organized under pressure, and physically help bring a large‑scale seasonal event to life from the ground up.

The Build Manager will oversee the installation and removal of the attraction across a 4 to 6 week setup period, manage seasonal setup crews, coordinate logistics, maintain organization of inventory and décor elements, and help ensure the attraction is fully operational and guest‑ready on schedule.

Position Responsibilities

• Hire, train, schedule, and oversee seasonal setup and teardown crews
• Lead day‑to‑day installation and removal of attraction elements
• Oversee setup of pumpkins, lighting, décor, pathways, signage, photo ops, props, and scenic elements
• Coordinate wiring and placement of lighting and powered elements
• Operate or oversee operation of utility vehicles, lifts, trailers, and equipment
• Maintain organization of storage areas, inventory, props, and décor throughout the season
• Work alongside teams in a fast‑paced outdoor environment
• Delegate tasks effectively while maintaining high standards and timelines
• Troubleshoot setup issues and adapt quickly to changing priorities
• Assist with operational maintenance and attraction support during the event season as needed
• Ensure safe working practices across all setup and teardown operations

Requirements

• Must be 18 years or older
• Previous leadership or project management experience preferred
• Comfortable leading crews in physically demanding outdoor work
• Ability to lift, move, and carry heavy items throughout the workday
• Comfortable working on ladders, lifts, and uneven outdoor terrain
• Experience with tools, equipment, trailers, utility vehicles, or scenic/event builds is strongly preferred
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Reliable transportation to and from Wyoming, MN
• Ability to work long hours, weekends, and flexible schedules during peak build periods
• Must work well under pressure and maintain a positive attitude with teams

Ideal Candidate

This role is ideal for someone with experience in:

• Construction or scenic builds
• Theme parks or attractions
• Haunted attractions
• Festival or live event setup
• Warehouse/logistics management

You should be someone who enjoys building things, leading teams, staying organized, and seeing a massive project come together from start to finish.

Schedule

• Contract runs approximately August through November (potential full‑time year‑round if right candidate)
• Setup period: 4 to 6 weeks
• Includes teardown following the event season
• Hours will vary and increase during peak setup and teardown periods

Pay

Competitive pay based on experience.