Event Changeover Support - Casual Temporary/Seasonal

1029 Walt Disney World - Division; United States; On-site; USD 27,000 - 34,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Educational opportunities

Disney benefits

Job summary

Walt Disney World is seeking an Event Changeover Support for casual, seasonal work at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex in Lake Buena Vista, FL. You will assemble, set up and strike equipment for events including runDisney, transport gear, and ensure surfaces are protected.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent, a valid US driver's license, and strong communication and organizational skills. Flexibility for nights, weekends, and overtime is required.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent experience.
• Must have a valid US Driver's License.
• Prior event planning and operations experience.
• Ability to obtain Forklift, electric Pallet-Jack and Skid Steer (PIT) certification.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, set and strike equipment for events at ESPN Wide World of Sports and runDisney.
• Ensure all planned and unplanned equipment needs are met.
• Handle, install, strike, and package equipment for transport; protect surfaces.
• Complete tasks for event needs including last-minute changes to setup.
• Transport equipment to and from various locations across the property.

Skills

Forklift certification

Pallet-jack & PIT operation

Driver’s license (US)

Event-driven mindset

Verbal communication

Time management

Independent work

Adaptability

Hand tool use

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hand tools

Job description

Job Posting Title: Event Changeover Support - Casual Temporary/Seasonal Req ID: 10161403

Job Description:

About the Role:

The ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex can host more than 60 sports across ten world-class venues designed to give every athlete the best possible competition experience. It's the pre-eminent multi-sport facility of its kind in the world. In the Event Changeover Support role you will be responsible for the setting, striking, transporting and monitoring of all equipment requested for each event held at ESPN Wide World of Sports complex and runDisney events. This role encompasses all events at the complex to include but not limited to Soccer, Basketball, Cheerleading, Dance, Baseball, Expo, road races, etc. The selected candidate will report to the Guest Exp Mgr-Sports Facilities. This is a Casual Temporary / Seasonal role with no guarantee of weekly working hours, as hours will fluctuate based on business needs.

What You Will Do:

• Assemble, set and strike equipment for events at ESPN Wide World of Sports and runDisney
• Ensure all planned and unplanned equipment needs are met
• Ensure all equipment is properly handled, installed, struck, packaged for transport and all playing surfaces are protected
• Complete tasks regarding event needs, including but not limited to last minute requests and changes to events set up
• Transport, set and strike equipment to and from various locations across Property

Required Qualifications & Skills:

• Ability to obtain Forklift, electric Pallet-Jack and Skid Steer (PIT) certification
• Demonstrated proficiency in operating Pargo and manual Toro vehicle
• Ability to drive vehicles such as large vans, full-size pickup truck with trailer, flatbed trucks and box trucks
• Knowledge of a Guest/Client focused, event driven business
• Strong verbal communication, organizational and time management skills
• Take initiative, work independently as needed and complete event tasks to achieve goals
• Strong understanding of and the ability to deliver on the 5 Key Basics in the day-to-day operation of the event
• Capability to lift, push, pull, bend, twist and kneel 75 pounds
• Ability to handle multiple tasks, prioritize workload and complete work with little guidance
• A sense of urgency along with the ability to be flexible and adapt to changing environments
• Ability to work in fast-paced environment while meeting tight deadlines or responding to unplanned needs
• Proficiency in utilizing hand tools
• Must have full availability and willingness to be flexible with work schedule, including nights, weekends, holidays, overtime and 3rd shift
• Ability to work in all outdoor weather conditions that would include heat, cold and rain
• Must possess a valid US Driver's License
• Prior event planning and operations experience

Required Education:

• High School diploma or equivalent experience

Additional Information:

Benefits and Perks:

• Disney offers a rewards package to help you live your best life.
• This includes health and savings benefits, educational opportunities and special extras that only Disney can provide.
• Learn more about our benefits and perks at https://jobs.disneycareers.com/benefits

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The pay rate for this role in Lake Buena Vista, FL is $19.60 to $24.50 per hour. The base pay actually offered may vary depending on the candidate's geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience, among other factors. Select benefits may be provided as part of the compensation package, such as medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered. To learn more about our benefits visit: https://jobs.disneycareers.com/benefits.

Job Posting Segment: Other Ops

Job Posting Primary Business: Wide World of Sports Complex (WDW)

Job Posting Primary Job Posting Category: Sports-Events

Employment Type: Part time

Primary City, State, Region, Postal Code: Lake Buena Vista, FL, USA

Alternate City, State, Region, Postal Code:

Date Posted: 2026-09-30

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