Event Operations Team Member

Auburn; Auburn (AL); On-site; USD 13,776 - 20,664; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Gain valuable work experience

Build your network

Make a difference

Job summary

Auburn is seeking enrolled students to assist with event setups and audio-visual support at the Melton Student Center. Responsibilities include moving furniture and equipment, assisting with cleaners, and preparing for events.

Ideal candidates are outgoing, able to lift heavy equipment, and maintain a cumulative GPA of 2.0. Flexible hours are available including nights and weekends, offering valuable work experience and networking opportunities.

Qualifications

• Ability to understand diagrams and room set-up sheets.
• Must maintain a cumulative GPA of 2.0.
• Must be available to work nights and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Move and arrange furniture for events.
• Assist with audio-visual set-up for events.
• Attend mandatory meetings and trainings.

Skills

Event operations experience

Knowledge of audio-visual systems

Ability to lift heavy equipment

Teamwork

Engaging with customers

Education

Enrolled student at Auburn University

Job description

Overview

Bring events to life! Join our team at the Melton Student Center and Student Activities Center, where you'll assist with dynamic event set-ups, seamless breakdowns, and cutting-edge audio-visual support.

Responsibilities

• Move and arrange furniture and equipment needed for various customer events, including tables, chairs, staging, and podiums
• Assist building staff with cleaning spaces before and after events
• Assist with audio‑visual set‑up including data projectors, microphones, and speakers for events in the Student Center
• Understand how to read diagrams and room set‑up sheets and be able to set up spaces according to those diagrams
• Attend all mandatory meetings and trainings
• Arrive promptly for shifts, dressed in provided uniforms, presenting a professional appearance and enthusiastic team attitude

Qualifications

Enrolled student at Auburn University

Expectations

• Maintain a cumulative GPA of 2.0
• An outgoing person willing to engage with customer population
• Applicants must be available to work weekdays and weekends, including mornings and evenings
• Ability to work in team environment
• Ability to lift heavy equipment (25lbs or greater)
• Previous event operations experience
• Knowledge of large audio‑visual systems
• Possess some working knowledge of audio‑visual equipment

Must be available to work nights and weekends. Availability to work during semester breaks preferred.

Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

None

Why Work at Auburn?

• Gain valuable work experience! Student employment allows you to explore different interests, identify strengths, and make informed decisions about your future career goals.
• Build your network! Interacting with faculty, staff, and fellow students can lead to valuable connections and potential mentors.
• Make a difference! Have the satisfaction of knowing YOU are a part of providing the premier academic experience at Auburn and the life‑changing work our students and employees perform.

Equal Opportunity Compliance Statement

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