Event Set Up Houseperson

Hyatt Regency; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical / Dental / Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Pension and 401k

Paid vacation, sick days, and holidays

Paid family bonding time and adoption

Free room nights after 90 days, 0? 0?

Job summary

Hyatt Regency Washington on Capitol Hill is seeking an Event Setup Houseperson to prepare and restore meeting spaces, arranging tables, chairs, stage, and related equipment. The role requires clear communication, physical endurance, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

The position offers a competitive hourly rate of $22.8713 with raises at six months and one year, and a benefits package including health and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• Must be able to stand and walk for long periods.
• Must be able to lift, push, and pull a moderate amount of weight.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Flexible schedule including weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Set up and break down meeting spaces with tables, chairs, stage, dance floor, water, etc.
• Clean spaces after events and ensure readiness for next use.

Skills

Communicate effectively

Team collaboration

Customer service mindset

Flexibility

Stand/walk long periods

Lift moderate weight

Job description

Organization- Hyatt Regency Washington on Capitol Hill

Summary

Join us for this incredible opportunity at Hyatt Regency Washington on Capitol Hill, just steps away from the U.S. Capitol building. Not only will you be part of this great team, you will also be part of a company that is one of Fortune's 100 Best Companies to Work For, for several years running!

The Event Setup Houseperson is responsible for setting up and breaking down all meeting spaces with tables/chairs/stage/dance floor/water, etc. as well as cleaning those spaces. This person must have good communication skills as well as the ability to stand/walk for long periods of time and lift moderate weight. This is a fast-paced position. Must be able to work a flexible schedule any day of the week including weekends and holidays.

The hourly rate for this position is $22.8713 per hour, with increases at six months and one year.

Benefits

• Medical / Dental / Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Pension and 401k
• Paid vacation, sick days, and holidays
• Paid family bonding time and adoption assistance

Additional perks

• Free room nights after 90 days, discounted and friends & family room rates immediately
• Tuition reimbursement
• Free meal during the workday
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Discounts at various retailers
• Growth potential locally and throughout the country

All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Qualifications

• Ability to lift, push, and pull a moderate amount of weight
• Ability to stand and walk for long periods of time
• Ability to communicate and work well with a team
• Ability to read and understand setup diagrams
• Must be flexible to work any day of the week between 12pm - 3am.