HQF - Temple Celebration, Event Setup - Lead

The purpose of this position is to prepare for "days never to be forgotten." The Event Services Division exists to "bring forth and establish the cause of Zion" by providing exceptional event coordination, ticketing, staging, and guest services for all Church Headquarters Events. Customers include the First Presidency, Quorum of the Twelve, Quorum of Seventy, Church Auxiliaries, Managing Directors, and all Church Departments. The Event Setup Lead works under the direct supervision of the Staging Supervisor. This is a Shift Lead position that exists to provide direction and support for setting up and taking down facility equipment for meetings, banquets and performance events at the Conference Center main hall and theater, as well as for all of Church Headquarters facilities along the Wasatch Front area. This role will lead assigned team members and volunteers to ensure Staging setups meet all quality and timeliness measures.

Shift Information –

• Schedule & Shift Information
• This is a full-time, time-bound position supporting the Temple Celebration event.
• 40 hours per week, 5 days per week
• Scheduling is flexible based on event needs
• Workdays may fall Sunday through Saturday, including weekends
• Shifts may be scheduled between 6:00 a.m. and 10:00 p.m.
• Day and evening shifts may be required
• Candidates should have flexibility to work longer or varied shifts based on event needs.

Compensation: $24.00-$28.00 an hour.

Benefits This position is eligible for benefits and include company retirement contributions (401k), health insurance (low premiums with good coverage), on-site wellness benefits (gym, employee health clinic, health rewards program), flexible spending accounts, discounted transportation benefits, many employee discounts, sick time, disability benefits, and paid vacation time.

Please note: This is a time-bound opportunity, with the assignment anticipated to run from January through December 2027.

• Works under the direction of the Staging Supervisor and performs or leads the following essential functions:

  • Coordinates assigned work orders, with the Staging Supervisor, to estimate scope of work, materials, and equipment needed for each assignment.

  • Directs the daily work of the Event Setup team, assigning tasks and providing guidance to ensure work is completed to quality and time expectations.

  • Collaborates with other Event Setup Leads as peers, and when directed, supports the assigned Lead.

  • Assists in orienting and training new or lower-level staff.

  • Sets up and tears down facility equipment, including large varieties of tables and chairs, for meetings and banquets, under minimal or no supervision.

  • Assembles and disassembles staging and platforming setups for performance events.

  • Directs and performs CCB and TAB Rostrum setup and takedown by interpreting advanced setup documentation, diagrams, photos, and step by step procedures.

  • Understands all event scheduling and inventory software.

  • Operates, maintains, and repairs specialized equipment used, including trucks/trailers, forklifts, scissor lifts, theater pit lifts, rigging, hand and power tools, pallet jacks, and chain motor hoists.

  • Performs follow-up inspections and adheres to recognized company organization methods and procedures to ensure completeness and quality of finished work.

  • Operates carts and company vehicles, including towing equipment to locations across campus.

  • Communicates and cooperates with supervisors and coworkers to resolve issues and maintain workflow; interacts with clients and event coordinators.

  • Works a variable schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays, based on event needs.

  • Ensures established safety policies and procedures are followed, including proper use of PPE; has authority to halt unsafe work and escalate concerns to the Staging Supervisor.

  • Employs construction trade skills as directed by the Staging Supervisor.

  • Assists other Event Services groups as needed.

  • Performs other duties and attends meetings as assigned

• High School diploma or equivalent.

• 2 years of event, trade, or production experience.

• Ability to communicate professionally with clients, event coordinators, and vendors.

• Valid Driver’s License.

• Must certify in the use of utility cart operation.

• Must be able to stand, walk, kneel, squat, push and pull for extended periods of time.

• Ability to independently lift and position objects weighing up to 55 lbs. and team lift up to 100 lbs. on a regular basis.

• Ability to certify and operate stage lifts, 1-ton truck, scissor lift and forklift operation.

• Work from ladders, scaffolds, and mechanical lifts for extended periods of time.

• Must train and certify in hoist operation and organization rigging practices.

• Ability to work in a professional manner with others as well as alone, without constant supervision.

• Work outside during all seasons, temperatures, and types of weather.

• Proficient computer knowledge to operate programs such as Office 365, Xytech Media Pulse, Oracle.

• Ability to critically think, understand instructions, complete tasks, and handle issues and problems.

• Ability to quickly learn new processes and implement them accurately.

• Ability to work in a professional manner and as a team.

• Demonstrated ability to interpret and apply complex technical documentation and diagrams.

• Ability to understand instructions, both verbal and written, and able to ask clarifying questions as needed.

• May be required to pass a criminal background check.

Preferred

• 1 year experience in a lead, training, or supervisory capacity.

• Associate’s degree in event and venue operation or similar field.

• Experience in fall protection, harness training, and other advanced safety practices.

• Experience with ETCP rigging practices.