Travel-Ready Live Event Operations Lead

Greenawalt Hospitality; Auburn (AL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid holidays

Uber/Lyft SafeRide Program

Additional company benefits

Per diem for qualifying travel

Job summary

Greenawalt Hospitality seeks a Live Event Operations Manager to coordinate and execute live events across divisions. The role blends hands-on production with operational management, team coordination, equipment logistics, and on-site problem-solving to ensure teams are prepared, equipment arrives on schedule, and events run as planned.

You will lead by example, tackle fast-moving decisions, and support teams across multiple sites with travel across the Southeast and beyond.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; additional education in Hospitality, Business, Operations, Logistics, or a related field is a plus
• Experience in live events, hospitality, production, logistics, construction, or operational coordination preferred
• Previous supervisory or team leadership experience strongly preferred
• Valid driver's license and eligibility for coverage under company vehicle insurance

Responsibilities

• Coordinate event preparation, setup, operations, and breakdown
• Assist with developing event schedules and organizing operational priorities
• Work directly with Event Managers and company leadership to support successful events
• Monitor event progress and address operational challenges as they arise
• Ensure event areas, equipment, and teams are prepared before guests arrive
• Organize equipment movement, transportation schedules, and deployment requirements
• Assist with loading and unloading trucks, trailers, and event supplies
• Coordinate the preparation and return of production equipment
• Monitor equipment availability and communicate additional operational needs
• Help ensure event materials arrive on time and are properly accounted for
• Provide direction and support to event crews and hourly employees
• Assist with training and onboarding new team members
• Encourage communication, teamwork, and accountability during events
• Help maintain a professional and productive working environment
• Lead by example through hand-on involvement and a strong work ethic
• Assist with hospitality operations, beverage service areas, and event infrastructure when needed
• Operate company vehicles and trailers when properly authorized
• Maintain organized equipment, work areas, and storage locations
• Support other company departments during large events and busy operational periods
• Respond to changing staffing, equipment, and operational priorities
• Follow company safety requirements and established operating procedures
• Inspect equipment and report damage, maintenance needs, or safety concerns
• Complete required operational checklists and documentation
• Maintain accountability for company equipment and supplies
• Promote professionalism, reliability, and attention to detail throughout every event
• Imagine helping prepare a college football game one weekend, traveling to a music festival the next, and supporting a major hospitality event in another state
• That's the variety this career can offer.
• You'll work alongside experienced professionals, build practical leadership skills, and contribute directly to events enjoyed by thousands of guests
• This isn't a position where you'll spend every day behind a desk. You'll be involved in the planning, preparation, and execution that make live events successful
• You'll likely enjoy this role if you:
• Enjoy taking charge and helping teams stay organized
• Prefer active work over a traditional office environment
• Stay focused and resourceful under pressure
• Like working with different people and solving new challenges
• Communicate clearly with employees, clients, and leadership
• Take pride in delivering quality work
• Are comfortable traveling frequently
• Want to build a long‑term career in event operations
• Starting Salary: $45,000 annually
• Additional compensation opportunities may include: per diem, tips, advancement opportunities, health insurance, paid holidays
• These items describe the compensation and travel expectations for this role

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organization

Problem-solving

Travel readiness

Education

High school diploma

Hospitality/Operations/Logistics education a plus

Job description

Greenawalt Hospitality seeks a Live Event Operations Manager to coordinate and execute live events across divisions. The role blends hands-on production with operational management, team coordination, equipment logistics, and on-site problem-solving to ensure teams are prepared, equipment arrives on schedule, and events run as planned.

You will lead by example, tackle fast-moving decisions, and support teams across multiple sites with travel across the Southeast and beyond.