Event Specialist

Fleet Feet; Meridian (ID); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with 3% Company Match

Exclusive Discounts

Professional Development

Community Engagement

Inspiring Team Culture

PTO

Job summary

Fleet Feet Treasure Valley in Meridian, ID is seeking an energetic Event Staff member to support setup, logistics, and participant engagement at a variety of runs and activations. You will work with the marketing team, volunteers, and store staff to ensure welcoming experiences.

We're looking for team players who can travel across the Treasure Valley, handle outdoor conditions, lift up to 50 lbs, and communicate clearly with participants and partners. Weekend availability is a plus.

Qualifications

• Positive, motivated attitude with a team‑first mentality.
• Ability to travel throughout the Treasure Valley based on the event location.
• Flexibility to work weekends, off-hours, and some holidays.
• Comfortable working outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Physically capable of lifting and moving up to 50 lbs consecutively.
• Valid driver’s license preferred with vehicle.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to stay calm under pressure and adapt on the fly.
• Passion for community, movement, and supporting others.

Responsibilities

• Support event setup and takedown, including tents, tables, signage, hydration stations, and course equipment
• Assist with equipment loading and unloading before and after events
• Coordinate key logistics during events such as check-in, registration, course direction, and water stops
• Greet participants and create a friendly, upbeat environment that aligns with Fleet Feet’s community values
• Provide information, assistance, and encouragement to participants throughout the event
• Help maintain clean, organized, and accessible event spaces before, during, and after each gathering
• Represent the Fleet Feet brand with professionalism and positivity
• Work closely with store staff, vendor partners, volunteers, and the Director of Marketing to ensure smooth execution
• Be adaptable and responsive to changes in logistics or participant needs
• Offer feedback after events to improve future programming and experiences

Skills

Positive attitude

Team-first mentality

Travel across Treasure Valley

Weekend/holiday flexibility

Outdoor work tolerance

Lift up to 50 lbs

Valid driver’s license preferred

Strong communication

Calm under pressure

Community focus

Job description

Our Company

Fleet Feet Treasure Valley is locally owned and operated, with two locations in Meridian and Nampa. Our goal is to build our running community and help people in the Treasure Valley, Idaho, move pain‑free and comfortably. We believe it’s a privilege to serve and deliver unmatched service and support to every customer. We run together to solve problems, reach goals, encourage others, and champion our brand.

Overview

At Fleet Feet Treasure Valley, our events are where inspiration, movement, and community come together. As Event Staff, you’ll play a crucial role in bringing these experiences to life, whether it’s a weekly fun run, a large‑scale race, or a brand‑sponsored activation.

Reporting to the Director of Marketing, you’ll support event setup, logistics, participant engagement, and breakdown. Your energy, adaptability, and commitment to creating a welcoming and inclusive atmosphere will help ensure every event makes a positive, lasting impression. If you’re a team player who thrives in fast‑paced, people‑centered environments, we’d love to have you on our events team.

Responsibilities

• Support event setup and takedown, including tents, tables, signage, hydration stations, and course equipment
• Assist with equipment loading and unloading before and after events
• Coordinate key logistics during events such as check‑in, registration, course direction, and water stops
• Greet participants and create a friendly, upbeat environment that aligns with Fleet Feet’s community values
• Provide information, assistance, and encouragement to participants throughout the event
• Help maintain clean, organized, and accessible event spaces before, during, and after each gathering
• Represent the Fleet Feet brand with professionalism and positivity
• Work closely with store staff, vendor partners, volunteers, and the Director of Marketing to ensure smooth execution
• Be adaptable and responsive to changes in logistics or participant needs
• Offer feedback after events to improve future programming and experiences

Qualifications

• Positive, motivated attitude with a team‑first mentality
• Ability to travel throughout the Treasure Valley based on the event location
• Flexibility to work weekends, off‑hours, and some holidays
• Comfortable working outdoors in varying weather conditions
• Physically capable of lifting and moving up to 50 lbs consecutively
• Valid driver’s license preferred with vehicle
• Strong communication and customer service skills
• Ability to stay calm under pressure and adapt on the fly
• Passion for community, movement, and supporting others

Benefits

• 401(k) with 3% Company Match: Available to all employees over 18 after working 1,000 hours in a 12‑month period.
• Exclusive Discounts: Enjoy savings on industry‑leading products and specialized training programs.
• Professional Development: Grow your career through mentorship opportunities, employee resource groups, and ongoing learning sessions designed to help you reach your full potential.
• Community Engagement: Get involved in local outreach and service initiatives that align with our purpose‑driven mission.
• Inspiring Team Culture: Join supportive, passionate teammates who live the mission every day.
• PTO: Accrue time off per hour worked.

Equal Opportunity & Reasonable Accommodations

We are an equal opportunity employer and believe that having teams where everyone brings their whole self to Fleet Feet is key to our success. We welcome people of all backgrounds, experiences, abilities, and perspectives. Our commitment to inclusion is reflected in our hiring practices, workplace culture, and community engagement.

Fleet Feet franchisees operate as independent business owners. If you apply and are hired at a Franchise location, you would be an employee of that Fleet Feet franchisee and not an employee of the Fleet Feet Corporation. We have opportunities within both our franchise locations and our Fleet Feet Corporation.