Event / Facilities Setup Technician

Albany State University; Albany (GA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

The Event / Facilities Setup Technician at Albany State University supports campus life by preparing venues for events and transporting furniture and equipment across campuses. The role requires physical stamina and a collaborative approach to ensure classrooms, conference spaces, athletic venues, and special event spaces are set up safely and accurately.

The position reports to the Campus Services Manager and the Assistant Director of Facilities Management.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of safety and environmental practices.
• Sufficient verbal and written communication skills.
• Requires excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills.
• Ability to move heavy equipment or furniture safely.

Responsibilities

• Load, transport, assemble and unload heavy furniture and equipment for events.
• Arrange tables, chairs, stages and podiums per diagrams and safety codes.
• Dismantle setups promptly after events wrap up.
• Operate basic power tools and equipment as needed.
• Follow safety protocols when lifting and operating state vehicles.
• Interact professionally with faculty, staff, students, and guests to accommodate changes.
• Site cleanup and disposal of packing materials.

Skills

Safety knowledge

Verbal communication

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Heavy equipment handling

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Title: Event / Facilities Setup Technician
Location: Albany State Rec. Location
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Job ID: 304644

About Us

Albany State University is a fully accredited senior unit of the University System of Georgia. Employees receive benefits provided by the University System of Georgia, including, but not limited to, medical and major medical insurance, group life insurance, participation in the Georgia Teachers' Retirement System, Optional Retirement Program (Faculty and exempt employees only), Social Security and Tuition Assistance Program after six months of employment.

Location

Our West Campus is located at 2400 Gillionville Road, Albany, GA 31707. Our East Campus is located at 504 College Drive, Albany, GA 31705. The Human Resources office for both campuses is located on the West Campus in Building K, Suite 209.

Job Summary

The Event / Facilities Setup Technician plays a vital role in supporting campus life by preparing venues for university events and handling the transportation of furniture and equipment across campus. This position requires physical stamina, attention to detail, and the ability to work collaboratively to ensure classrooms, conference rooms, athletic venues, and special event spaces are configured correctly and safely. The Event / Facilities Setup Technician will report to the Campus Services Manager and Assistant Director of Facilities Management.

Sponsorship is not available for this position.

Responsibilities

• Furniture & Equipment Relocation: Load, transport and assembly and unload heavy furniture, office supplies, boxes, and institutional equipment to setup events, meetings and campus moves.
• Event Setup & Breakdown: Arrange tables, chairs, stages, podiums according to event diagrams and safety codes. Dismantle setups promptly after events conclude.
• Facility Maintenance Support: Operates basic power tools and equipment needed to perform work.
• Safety & Compliance: Follow safety protocols when lifting heavy objects and operating state vehicles, trucks, or utility carts.
• Customer Service: Interact professionally with faculty, staff, students, and external guests to accommodate last-minute adjustments to event layouts.
• Site Cleanup: Remove debris and dispose of packing materials or trash responsibly.
• Performs other duties, as assigned.

Required Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED.

Valid State of Georgia Driver's License with a clean motor vehicle record (MVR).

6 months to 1 year of hands-on experience in moving, warehouse operations, or event setup experience.

Experience with large university and/or multi-campus parking operations.

This position often requires a flexible schedule, including early mornings, late evenings, and weekends, depending on the university's event calendar.

Physical Qualifications

Active Movement: Ability to perform physical labor for extended periods of time to include, but not limited to, lifting, pushing, pulling objects up to 50-75 pounds.

Environments: Work both indoors and outdoors in various weather conditions

Preferred Qualifications

Experience working in a higher education environment.

Proposed Salary

Salary is commensurate with training and experience.

Required Documents to Attach

Cover letter.

Resume.

A list of at least 3 professional references with their contact information.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Knowledge of safety and environmental practices.

• Sufficient verbal and written communication skills.

• Requires excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills.

• Ability to move heavy equipment or furniture safely.

Contact Information

For more information or questions about a job posting, please contact the Office of Human Resources at [phone], or by email at [e-mail]. For technical support, please call the USG Service Desk at [phone], or by email at [e-mail].

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Institutional Values

Excellence
We achieve outcomes of the highest quality, hold ourselves accountable to the highest standard and are committed to continuous improvement in University programs and services.

Respect
We are directed by tenets of ethics, treating other with courteous regard, and being civil in our interactions.

Community
We strive to build community and value a good mindset.

Teamwork
We seek partnerships within the University and community. We practice a supportive spirit that results in the implementation of plans, actions and shared results.

Learning
We cultivate a practice of global pedagogies in a learning environment.

Conditions of Employment

All selected candidates are required to successfully pass a Background Check review prior to starting with Albany State University.

Certain positions may also require the selected candidate to submit to or have:

* a credit check completed for "Positions of Trust" and/or approved departmental purchase card usage
* a motor vehicle report for positions that require driving an Albany State University vehicle
* a successful pre-employment drug test

Equal Employment Opportunity

Albany State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The University is committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for living, working, and studying. To that end, and in accordance with federal and state law, Board of Regents policy, and University policy, the University prohibits harassment of or discrimination against any person because of race, color, sex (including sexual harassment, pregnancy, and medical conditions related to pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity or national origin, religion, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran or military status by any member of the ASU Community on campus, in connection with a University program or activity, or in a manner that creates a hostile environment for members of the ASU community.
For questions or more detailed information regarding this policy please contact the Albany State University Office of Human Resources at [phone]. For individuals requiring disability-related accommodations for participation in any event or to obtain print materials in an alternative format, please contact the Disability Resource Center at 229-500-3442.