Seasonal Full-Time Driver and Event Setup

Bright Event Rentals; Thousand Palms (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Company holidays

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

401(k) with employer matching

Job summary

Bright Event Rentals is seeking a Seasonal Full-Time Driver/Installer in Thousand Palms, CA. This hands-on role combines driving with loading, setup, and removal of event equipment at client sites, starting from the Bright warehouse.

You’ll work with dispatch and field teams to ensure timely, accurate installations and smooth event execution. The position emphasizes safety, professional client service, and teamwork across operations.

Qualifications

• Valid state driver’s license and clean driving record.
• Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds repeatedly.
• Ability to work early mornings, late evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Excellent communication with clients, Dispatch, and teammates.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate company vehicles and follow Bright policies.
• Complete delivery, pickup, and transfer routes on time.
• Conduct vehicle inspections and report safety concerns.
• Load/unload equipment and protect products from damage.
• Install and dismantle event equipment per site requirements.
• Confirm equipment quantities and event details with clients.
• Communicate route progress and site conditions to Dispatch.
• Provide professional service at client locations.
• Follow setup instructions and safety procedures.
• Keep vehicles organized and return gear and supplies properly.
• Support other deliveries, installations, or warehouse needs as scheduled.

Skills

Valid driver’s license

Clean driving record

Lift up to 50 lbs

Customer service

Strong communication

Route adherence

Shift availability

Outdoor work

Tools

GPS routing systems

Fleet management software

Electronic vehicle inspection systems

Job description

About Us

From weddings and celebrations to corporate gatherings and major sporting productions, our team works behind the scenes to bring events to life. We take pride in delivering exceptional experiences, embracing creativity, and making every event run seamlessly.

We believe extraordinary events start with extraordinary people. If you take pride in your work, enjoy collaborating with a supportive team, and want to be part of something bigger, you'll feel at home here.

About The Job

The Seasonal Full-Time Driver/Installer supports event execution by safely delivering, installing, and picking up rental equipment at client locations. This is a hands-on role that combines driving responsibilities with loading, unloading, setup, and removal of event products.

Each shift begins at a Bright warehouse, where the team prepares for assigned routes and event installations. Working closely with Dispatch, Field Operations, and fellow Team Members, the Driver/Installer helps ensure equipment arrives on time, is handled properly, and is installed according to event requirements.

What You’ll Do

• Safely operate company vehicles in accordance with traffic laws and Bright policies
• Complete assigned delivery, pickup, and transfer routes accurately and on time
• Perform required vehicle inspections and report safety or maintenance concerns
• Load and unload rental equipment while protecting products from loss or damage
• Install and dismantle event equipment such as tables, chairs, flooring, lighting, tents, dishware, and custom pieces
• Confirm equipment quantities and event details before leaving the warehouse and client site
• Communicate with Dispatch regarding route progress, site conditions, delays, or changes
• Provide professional and respectful service when working at client locations
• Follow setup instructions, safety procedures, and proper equipment-handling practices
• Maintain organized vehicles and return equipment, paperwork, and supplies to the appropriate areas
• Support other deliveries, installations, pickups, or warehouse needs based on the event schedule

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive pay: $18.00 to $25.00 per hour
• Paid time off and company holidays
• Comprehensive benefits package including:
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • Company-Paid Basic Life and AD&D Insurance
  • Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
  • Telehealth and Wellness programs
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • 401(k) with employer matching

Our Culture & Work

• A team that has your back: We work across sales, warehouse, logistics, and operations to make every event successful. When challenges come up, our teams step in and support each other.
• Work that creates real moments: Every event represents something meaningful, whether it is a wedding, celebration, milestone, or major gathering. Our work helps create experiences people remember for years.
• Pride in craft and reliability: We deliver consistently and professionally. Our team cares about the details, the quality of our products, and the experience we provide.
• Opportunities to grow: As we continue to expand, we invest in development, training, and career growth across roles, departments, and locations.
• Innovation and creativity: We encourage fresh ideas and empower our teams to find new ways to deliver exceptional events.
• Fun with impact: We work hard, support each other, and take pride in being part of something meaningful.

Requirements

What You Bring

Required

• Valid state driver's license with an acceptable driving record
• Ability to safely operate commercial vans, pickup trucks, flatbeds, and box trucks up to 24 feet
• Ability to pass applicable background and driving record requirements
• Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds repeatedly throughout the workday
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, push, pull, and perform physical work for extended periods
• Strong communication skills when working with clients, Dispatch, and other Team MembersAbility to follow routes, installation instructions, and company safety procedures
• Availability to work early mornings, late evenings, weekends, and holidays based on event needs
• Ability to begin and end assigned shifts at the designated Bright warehouse
• Ability to work outdoors and at event sites in varying weather and site conditions

Nice to Have

• Previous experience in delivery driving, event installation, moving, logistics, or a related role
• Familiarity operating commercial vans, box trucks, flatbeds, or pickup trucks
• Experience using GPS routing, fleet management, or electronic vehicle inspection systems
• Knowledge of event rental products and basic installation practices
• Hands-on experience setting up tents, flooring, lighting, staging, tables, chairs, or similar equipment
• Bilingual English and Spanish communication skills