Set-up Associate

Job overview

The Set-up Associate role is onsite in Hattiesburg, MS, with compensation not specified. The position is primarily based at Lake Terrace Convention Center and may work at other Hattiesburg Convention Commission facilities. The role supports the Convention Sales and Services department. The associate prepares event spaces through setup, breakdown, and cleanup, maintaining clean rooms and properly stored equipment. The work helps facilities meet event schedules and client needs, including changes to room arrangements as required.

What you'll do

• Review assignments with setup supervisors
• set up, break down, and clean events
• clean exhibit halls, meeting rooms, and pre-function areas
• maintain service and storage areas
• make room changes as needed
• operate automotive equipment, forklifts, hydraulic lifts, and floor scrubbers
• report building repairs
• use a two-way radio
• assist other departments when needed.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

set-up associate

event setup

event breakdown

convention center

facility cleaning

equipment operation

hattiesburg ms

hattiesburg convention commission

variable schedule

weekend and holiday availability

full-time

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

Hours vary with event schedules; holidays and weekends are often busy, and unusual hours or split shifts may be required. Work may involve travel among Commission facilities.

About the employer

Hattiesburg Convention Commission is hiring for this role. Industry: Lessors of Nonresidential Buildings (except Miniwarehouses). Sector: 53.