Events Set Up Technician

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

Job summary

Chapman University on campus role supporting events and campus operations. Set up rooms for events, move personnel and equipment, assist with deliveries, and support residence life activities.

Position centers on safe handling of furniture, limited driving for moves, and coordinating with multiple campus departments. Full-time 40 hours weekly on site, with standard pre-employment background checks.

Qualifications

• Physical fitness with ability to lift and carry heavy items.
• High school diploma and ability to understand and follow instructions.
• Strong organizational skills to prioritize work orders with minimal disruption.
• Ability to interpret room setup plans and perform basic math calculations.
• Interpersonal skills to interact tactfully with campus community.
• Knowledge of safe driving practices as per California DMV.
• Commitment to safety and regulatory standards for safe work.
• Proficiency with hand tools for assembling/disassembling furniture.
• Effective English communication to interact with all campus levels.
• Team-oriented mindset for collaboration.

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 morning classes.
• Provide setup for major campus events including Graduation, Founders’ Day, Scholars’ Day, Orientation, Discover Chapman, and American Celebration.
• Manage residence hall turnovers at the start and end of each school year.
• Organize, set up, and reconfigure residence rooms, apartments, and houses as directed.

Skills

Physical fitness

Follow instructions

Organizational skills

Math calculations

Interpersonal skills

Safe driving practices

Safety commitment

Hand tools

English communication

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Hand tools

Job description

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

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 and outcomes of a criminal background screening and returning to the Office of Human Resources a signed original acceptance of the Chapman University Agreement to Arbitrate.

Position Information

Position Title

Position Type

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.

Position Summary Information

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.

Minimum Number of References

1

Maximum Number of References

3

Pre-screening Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

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