Staging Technician (Trade Shows & Events)

About the role

The Staging Technician (Trade Shows & Events) plays a critical behind-the-scenes role in bringing brand experiences to life. This position is responsible for the in-house preparation, installation, dismantling, packing, cleaning, and repair of exhibit structures and related components in advance of event execution.

Responsibilities

• Build & Prepare Exhibit Structures
• Stage, install, and dismantle exhibits and related components
• Assemble and construct exhibit structures according to specifications
• Prepare all required materials and components for internal and onsite execution
• Review blueprints and technical drawings to determine structure dimensions and build requirements
• Quality & Execution Review staged projects to ensure accuracy and quality completion
• Inspect exhibit components for damage, completeness, and readiness
• Support repairs, cleaning, and refurbishment of exhibit materials
• Logistics & Coordination Coordinate with internal teams and contractors on inventory, cleaning, repairs, and assembly tasks
• Maintain organized tracking of exhibit components and materials
• Follow established time tracking and production reporting processes
• Safety & Equipment Operation Operate forklifts and aerial lifts (including scissor lifts) safely and effectively
• Comply with all company, venue, and federal health and safety regulations
• Maintain clean, safe, and organized work environments
• Problem Solving & Support Identify and resolve project-related issues as they arise
• Collaborate with supervisors to ensure timely and effective solutions

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required
• 1–2 years of related experience in staging, fabrication, production, or a similar hands-on environment (or equivalent combination of education and experience)
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints or technical drawings
• Experience with exhibit, event, or fabrication builds strongly preferred
• Forklift and aerial lift (scissor lift) operation experience preferred or required depending on site
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven production environment
• Team-oriented mindset with strong communication and collaboration skills

Qualifications

• Must be able to work onsite in Addison five days a week

Skills

• Attention to detail
• Communication and collaboration skills
• Fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
• Hands-on experience in staging, fabrication, production, or similar fields
• Knowledge of blueprints and technical drawings
• Operational knowledge of forklifts and aerial lifts

Benefits

• Diversity, equity, and inclusion

Pay

• Competitive compensation package

Schedule

• Full-time, 40 hours per week

Company

Jack Morton is an equal opportunity employer; we strongly value diversity at our companies. We do not discriminate on race, religion, color, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law. We make our careers website accessible to any and all users. If you need an accommodation to participate in the application process, please contact us at jobaccomodations@jackmorton.com. This email address is not for general employment inquiries or vendors; rather it is strictly for applicants who require special assistance accessing our employment website. Due to volume, messages sent to this email address that are not related to an accommodation cannot be answered.