Special Events Crew

San Diego Padres; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Employee discounts

Recognition opportunities

Job summary

San Diego Padres is seeking a Special Events Crew member to support non-baseball events at Petco Park, The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park, and EVE. You will help with setup, execution, and breakdown, ensuring safe, memorable guest experiences.

This year-round, part-time, non-exempt role requires flexible evenings, weekends, and overtime. A valid driver’s license and ability to lift up to 35 pounds are essential; bilingual in English/Spanish is a plus.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old at start of employment.
• Must have valid driver’s license with clean driving record.
• Able to lift and transport up to 35 pounds.
• Able to work evenings, weekends, holidays and overtime.
• Minimum of 10 shifts per month.
• Post-offer, pre-employment checks including background check.

Responsibilities

• Execute non-baseball events at Petco Park, The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park, and EVE.
• Assist in set-up, execution and breakdown of events.
• Provide excellent guest experience consistent with Padres standards.
• Coordinate with contracted vendors during events.

Skills

Punctual

Reliable attendance

Flexible hours

Bi-lingual a plus

Job description

TITLE: Special Events Crew

DEPARTMENT: Special Events and Finest Collective

REPORTS TO: Director, Special Event Operations

STATUS: Part-Time; Non-Exempt

San Diego Padres Commitment:

The San Diego Padres are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment for our employees. We strive to create an environment for everyone by including perspectives from backgrounds that vary by race, ethnicity, religion, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, and national origin.

If you are not sure you’re 100% qualified but are up for the challenge – we want you to apply. We believe skills are transferable and passion for our mission goes a long way.

San Diego Padres Petco Park Promise:

Our service values drive our behaviors to create the best experience for all of our guests who visit Petco Park. As a team member at Petco Park, we genuinely and passionately care about our guests, our ballpark and each other. We make meaningful and memorable connections that set us apart from other venues and experiences. Each position on our team actively lives out this nonnegotiable commitment every day to CARE, CONNECT, EXCEED.

Your role as a Special Events Crew:

You will be an essential part of the Special Events team, responsible for the execution of all non-baseball events at Petco Park, and all private events at The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park, and EVE. Your attention to detail and commitment to creating safe and memorable experiences will make a significant impact on the success of these events.

All the responsibilities we will trust you with:

• Exemplifying our Petco Park Promise: CARE, CONNECT, EXCEED by proactively welcoming all guests to the ballpark and consistently striving to exceed all guests’ expectations
• Participating in the set-up, execution and breakdown of various events at Petco Park including but not limited to corporate events, concerts, internal events, and community events
• Participating in the set-up, execution and breakdown of various events at The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park, and EVE; sister venues managed by the Padres Special Events team
• Communication with contracted vendors as necessary, during event set-up and breakdown

Your areas of knowledge and expertise that matter most:

• Being consistent, punctual, and having reliable attendance
• Willingness to learn and embrace the fast-paced event environment
• Maintaining a neat, professional appearance as outlined by the San Diego Padres organization
• Willingness to obtain certification in specialized roles (ex. Forklift operator)
• Being bi-lingual in English/Spanish is a plus but not necessary

You will be required to meet the following:

• Must be at least 18 years of age by the start of employment
• Must have valid driver’s license with clean driving record (subject to review)
• Minimum physical requirements: able to travel to and gain access to various areas of the event venues for prolonged periods of time during events; able to lift and transport up to 35 pounds
• Able to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends, holidays, and overtime as needed
• Minimum of (10) shifts per month
• This is a year-round position with specific requirements for full-venue events. You will be required to make yourself available for at least an 8-hour shift on dates designated as “All Hands-on Deck.” “All Hands-on Deck” dates are events requiring full staffing due to full venue concerts and events
• As a condition of employment, you must successfully complete all post-offer, pre-employment requirements, including but not limited to a background check

Salary and Additional Compensation:

Per the California pay transparency law, the pay rate for this position is $21.14 per hour. Part- time non-union employees are subject to the San Diego Hospitality Minimum Wage Ordinance and rates will increase accordingly.

In addition to your hourly rate, the Padres offer PTO, employee discounts, appreciation, and recognition opportunities.