Event Setup Assistant

Surib; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Career advancement

Professional development

Supportive team environment

Hands-on event experience

Mentorship

Job summary

Surib in Dayton, OH seeks an energetic Event Setup Assistant to help prepare promotional events and maintain organized, professional environments. This entry-level role is ideal for someone who enjoys hands-on work, staying active, and collaborating with a team to deliver successful customer-focused events.

You will assist with setup, organize materials, and support staff during events. The position offers paid training and opportunities for career growth within a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is preferred.
• Strong organizational and teamwork skills are required.
• Willingness to perform hands-on and physical tasks is essential.
• Ability to stand, walk, lift, and move event materials as needed.

Responsibilities

• Assist with setting up event areas before promotional activities begin.
• Organize event materials to ensure everything is ready for attendees.
• Help transport and position event materials safely.
• Maintain clean and organized event areas.
• Support event staff during customer-facing activities.
• Welcome attendees and direct them to appropriate areas.
• Distribute promotional materials and information.
• Assist with event breakdown and post-activity organization.
• Check event materials and supplies for completeness and condition.
• Communicate missing materials or setup concerns to the team.
• Collaborate with coworkers to complete setup tasks efficiently.
• Participate in ongoing training and professional development.

Skills

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Hands-on

Physical tasks

Reliability

Positive attitude

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Summary

We are seeking a dependable and energetic Event Setup Assistant to help prepare promotional events and maintain organized, professional event environments. This entry-level position is ideal for someone who enjoys hands-on work, staying active, working with a team, and contributing to successful customer-focused events.

Responsibilities

• Assist with setting up event areas before promotional activities begin.
• Organize event materials to ensure everything is ready for attendees.
• Help transport and position event materials safely.
• Assist with maintaining clean and organized event areas.
• Support event staff during customer-facing activities.
• Help welcome attendees and direct them to appropriate areas.
• Assist with distributing promotional materials and information.
• Help with event breakdown and organization after activities conclude.
• Check event materials and supplies for completeness and condition.
• Communicate missing materials or setup concerns to team members.
• Work closely with coworkers to complete setup tasks efficiently.
• Assist with general event activities as needed.
• Participate in ongoing training and professional development.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Strong organizational and teamwork skills.
• Comfortable performing hands-on and physical tasks.
• Able to stand, walk, lift, and move event materials as needed.
• Reliable, punctual, and responsible.
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to follow instructions and complete tasks efficiently.
• Previous experience in events, setup, customer service, retail, hospitality, or similar work is a plus but not required.

Benefits

• Paid training
• Career advancement opportunities
• Professional development programs
• Supportive team environment
• Hands-on event and customer engagement experience
• Performance-based growth opportunities
• Ongoing mentorship and coaching