Set-up / Take Down Team Member Job Description
We’re looking for personable, reliable, and organized individuals to help us with event set-up/takedowns. See details below!Title: Set-up/Take Down Team Member
Position Type: Independent Contractor
Location: Calgary and Southern Alberta
Start Date: March 1, 2025
Position Details:
Our Set-up/Take Down Team Members are one of our most critical roles on our team. They are the on-site helpers who bring the vision of our couples to life. As, what we consider a “side-hussle” with part-time casual hours in the spring/summer/fall months, the primary focus of this role is to provide assitance with set-up and take-down of decor for our contracted events.
about the position:
Arrive to event venue at scheduled time and check-in with team
Set-up event decor based on event details. This includes, but isn’t limited to:
Arranging tables/chairs
Placing provided linens (table cloths, napkins) on tables and place settings
Set out centerpieces and other table decor
Organize and place name cards and other individual items at each table setting
Hang signage and drapery (as required)
Assemble provided sound systems (as required)
Ensure that event venues are clean and organized at all times
Assist in clearning event spaces, packing boxes in an organized and efficient manner
Pack-up decor at the end of the event (as required and specified by client)
Responsibilities:
Weekend availability (required)
Personal vehicle required (required)
Available for occasional late-night take-down (approx. 11pm-2am)
Organized, reliable, trustworthy, dependable
Willing to travel on occasion (notice and details provided ahead of time)
qualifications:
3-6 hours per event (expected availability for 2+ events per month*)
$17/hour (day-time set-up) + mileage**
$30/hour (late night take-down) + mileage**
Hours + Pay:
*hours and number of events will vary month to month
** mileage rates: within Calgary city limits ($30 flat), Cochrane/Airdrie/De Winton/Okotoks ($50 flat), Canmore/Banff/Red Deer + ($100 flat)
Do you think you might be a great fit? Send Leah your resume using the button below or email her at dayofdetails.yyc@gmail.com and tell her why you think you’re a great match for the role!