Events Set Up Technician

Chapman University; Orange (CA); On-site; USD 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Chapman University on campus in Orange, CA seeks an Events Set Up Technician to support a variety of events, move personnel and equipment, assist with deliveries, and collaborate with other departments. The role is full-time, 40 hours weekly, and requires physical fitness to lift heavy items and strong organizational skills.

Responsibilities include setting up for dinners, luncheons, ceremonies, and major events, Inspecting classrooms, managing residence hall turnovers, and coordinating

Qualifications

• Must lift and carry heavy items.
• High school diploma required.
• Strong organizational skills to prioritize work orders.
• Ability to interpret room setup plans and perform basic math.
• Proficiency with hand tools for assembling/disassembling furniture.
• Effective English communication with campus community.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and set up for special events such as dinners, luncheons, forums, meetings, classes, parties, and concerts.
• Inspect and reorganize campus classrooms before Monday classes.
• Provide setup for major campus events including Graduation and orientation.
• Manage residence hall turnovers at the start and end of each school year.
• Organize and reconfigure residence rooms per Residence Life directives.
• Facilitate moves of furniture, boxes, and related items; assist with unloading trucks.

Skills

Physical fitness

Organizational skills

English communication

Interpersonal skills

Hand tool proficiency

Room setup interpretation

Teamwork

Mathematical ability

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Hand tools

Job description

Posting Details

Position Title Events Set Up Technician

Position Type Regular

Job Number SA95824

Full or Part Time full-time 40 hours weekly

Fair Labor Standard Act Classification Non-Exempt

Anticipated Pay Range $17.50

Pay Range Information Chapman University is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this position. This range takes into account a variety of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. Salary offers are determined based on the final candidate’s qualifications and experience, as well as internal equity and other internal factors. The anticipated pay range is not a promise of a particular wage.

Job Description Summary

Set up selected areas for special events, classes, dinners, etc. and assist other departments with these events. Perform “moves” of personnel and equipment from one location to another. Assist with deliveries and distribution of materials. Other duties as assigned.

Responsibilities

Event Support

• Coordinate and set up for special events such as dinners, luncheons, forums, meetings, classes, parties, and concerts.
• Inspect and reorganize all campus classrooms prior to Monday morning classes throughout the academic year.
• Provide setup for major campus events including Graduation, Founders’ Day, Scholars’ Day, Orientation, Discover Chapman, and American Celebration.
• Manage residence hall turnovers at the beginning and end of each school year.
• Organize, set up, and reconfigure residence rooms, apartments, and houses in accordance with Residence Life directives.

Office Moves & Facilities Support

• Facilitate inter-school and interdepartmental moves of furniture, books, boxes, cubicle partitions, files, and related items.
• Remove and dispose of trash, storage materials, and bulk furniture items.
• Assist with unloading trucks, storing, and delivering items as needed.
• Provide support to other trades when requested or required.
• Respond to rain leak emergencies, including roof patching, sandbag filling, and placement.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Physical fitness with the ability to lift and carry heavy items.
• High school diploma and demonstrated ability to understand and follow both verbal and written instructions.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize work orders to ensure timely completion and minimal disruption to other departments.
• Ability to interpret room setup plans and perform basic math calculations.
• Interpersonal skills to demonstrate tact and diplomacy when working with diverse members of the campus community.
• Knowledge of safe driving practices as outlined by the California DMV.
• Commitment to safety, adhering to industry and regulatory standards for safe working practices.
• Proficiency with hand tools for assembling and disassembling furniture.
• Effective communication skills in reading, writing, and speaking English to interact with all levels of the campus community and external contacts.
• Team-oriented mindset with the ability to collaborate effectively in group settings.

Desired Qualifications

• Knowledge of hand tools to assemble/disassemble furniture.

Special Instructions to Applicants

At Chapman University, we believe collaboration thrives through in-person engagement. This position is fully on campus, and employees work alongside colleagues, faculty, students, and staff each day to support our vibrant university community.

Chapman University is an equal opportunity employer that provides equal employment opportunities to all individuals, regardless of their protected characteristics. All qualified applicants and employees are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.

Applicants for Staff and Administrator positions must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

The offer of employment is contingent upon satisfactory completion of a criminal background screening and returning to the Office of Human Resources a signed original acceptance of the Chapman University Agreement to Arbitrate.

Minimum Number of References 1

Maximum Number of References 3