Facilities & Event Setup Specialist

FHLB Des Moines; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness program

Job summary

The City of Virginia Beach Convention Center is seeking a Facilities Associate to support event staging, cleaning, and customer service for conventions, trade shows, and community events. You will manage equipment setup, perform cleaning tasks, and ensure spaces are ready for guests and events.

You will work a standard 40-hour week with occasional evenings, weekends, or holidays based on events. Training and safety certifications may be required, including defensive driving and forklift

Qualifications

• Requires completion of a standard grade school course, plus one year experience in related roles.
• Experience with housekeeping or custodial work is preferred.
• Experience with in-person customer service and event setup is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Move and place large quantities of equipment and furnishings for events.
• Tear down and return items to proper locations after events.
• Perform janitorial tasks and maintain cleanliness of facilities.
• Read and understand floor plans and event documents to set up spaces.
• Operate facility equipment and related support tools as needed.

Skills

Housekeeping experience

Customer service

Event set-up

Reading floor plans

Motorized equipment

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift operation

Defensive Driving

First Aid/CPR/AED

Job description

The City of Virginia Beach Convention Center is seeking a Facilities Associate to support event staging, cleaning, and customer service for conventions, trade shows, and community events. You will manage equipment setup, perform cleaning tasks, and ensure spaces are ready for guests and events.

You will work a standard 40-hour week with occasional evenings, weekends, or holidays based on events. Training and safety certifications may be required, including defensive driving and forklift