Event Labor & Load Crew | Event Production (Hourly)

Birch Events; New York (NY, FL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Birch Events is seeking reliable Load Crew to move event materials, furniture, décor, and equipment. You’ll unload trucks at load-in, haul items to the right spaces, and load back out at strike. This is hands-on, fast-paced work that requires physical stamina.

No experience required; we’ll train you. Shifts vary, including daytime and overnight, with ample hours around events. Bilingual English/Spanish is a big plus for clear crew communication.

Qualifications

• Physically capable of lifting 50+ lbs repeatedly.
• Able to stand for long periods and use ladders and equipment safely.
• Reliable and punctual; show up on time and ready to work.
• Team-oriented and able to follow directions.
• Entry-level welcome; on-the-job training provided.

Responsibilities

• Unload and load trucks at the venue – moving materials, furniture, décor, and equipment in and out efficiently and safely.
• Haul and transport gear between the loading area and event spaces, protecting floors and finishes.
• Keep loading areas, hallways, and work zones clear, safe, and organized.
• Handle all items with care – many items are valuable or delicate.
• Work closely with the crew and Leads to keep load-in/load-out moving on schedule.Assist with other setup and strike tasks as needed

Skills

Physical endurance

Reliable and punctual

Teamwork

Bilingual English/Spanish

Flexible availability

Job description

The Load Crew are the muscle behind our events. You’ll move event materials, furniture, décor, and equipment in and out of venues – unloading trucks at load-in, hauling everything to the right spaces, and loading it all back out at strike. It’s demanding physical work, and it’s essential: nothing happens until the gear is in the room, and nothing wraps until it’s back on the truck.

This is hands-on, fast-paced work for reliable, hardworking people who take pride in moving carefully and keeping valuable items safe. Shifts vary – some daytime, some overnight – and we have plenty of work to go around. No experience required; we’ll show you the ropes.

Responsibilities

• Unload and load trucks at the venue – moving materials, furniture, décor, and equipment in and out efficiently and safely.
• Haul and transport gear between the loading area and event spaces, moving carefully to protect the venue’s floors, walls, elevators, and finishes along the way.
• Keep loading areas, hallways, and work zones clear, safe, and organized
• Handle all items with care – much of what you’re moving is valuable, delicate, or both.
• Work closely with the crew and Leads to keep load-in and load-out moving on schedule.

Assist with other setup and strike tasks as needed

Qualifications

• Physically strong and able to lift, carry, and move heavy items (often 50+ lbs) repeatedly throughout a shift.
• Comfortable on your feet for long stretches and safely using ladders, dollies, and equipment.
• Reliable and punctual – you show up on time, ready to work hard.
• Careful and conscientious – you move fast without damaging valuable gear.
• Team-first attitude and takes direction well.
• Entry-level welcome – no prior experience needed; we’ll train you.
• Bilingual English/Spanish is a big plus – it helps with clear communication across the crew.
• Flexible availability – including early mornings, late nights, overnights, and weekends around events.