Campus Surplus & Events Specialist

Wake Forest University Pre-College Programs; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Wake Forest University is seeking a Surplus and Events Technician to assist with the movement, setup, breakdown, and storage of surplus items and event supplies. You will support the Facilities Services Team, focusing on safe handling of furniture, equipment, and event materials for campus activities and moves.

The role requires strong customer service, good interpersonal skills, and the ability to work as part of an integrated team, with flexibility for overtime and outdoor/indoor work in

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required, with related experience or equivalent training.
• Strong customer service and interpersonal skills to work with university customers.
• Proficiency in time management, organization, and flexible teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Assist with surplus management including collection, transportation, and delivery of surplus goods.
• Assist with moving furniture and equipment for staff work location changes and room resets in residence halls.
• Set up, breakdown, movement, and storage of event supplies and equipment for indoor/outdoor events on campus.

Skills

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Pallet jacks

Dollies

Carts

Box trucks

Forklifts

Boom lifts

Loaders

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Google Drive

Job description

Wake Forest University is seeking a Surplus and Events Technician to assist with the movement, setup, breakdown, and storage of surplus items and event supplies. You will support the Facilities Services Team, focusing on safe handling of furniture, equipment, and event materials for campus activities and moves.

The role requires strong customer service, good interpersonal skills, and the ability to work as part of an integrated team, with flexibility for overtime and outdoor/indoor work in