Year Round Supplemental Event Crew Support (Field Support)

About the role

Fishers Parks is seeking enthusiastic, community-focused individuals to support a variety of events and community experiences. This year-round supplemental position plays an important role in the successful execution of on-site event operations.

Responsibilities

• Assist with all aspects of on-site event operations for Parks programs, concerts, festivals, and community events.
• Support event setup and teardown, including tents, tables, chairs, barricades, signage, supplies, and promotional materials.
• Provide exceptional customer service while interacting with event attendees, vendors, sponsors, and community partners.
• Staff Parks information tents and assist guests with event information and wayfinding.
• Engage attendees in interactive activities to help create fun, welcoming, and memorable experiences.
• Aid Parks staff with event planning, preparation, and operational logistics.
• Travel throughout Fishers to promote Parks events and distribute marketing materials at local businesses, parks, and community locations.
• Assist with inventory, organization, loading/unloading, and storage of event equipment and supplies.
• Support light office and administrative tasks as needed, including assembling materials, organizing event supplies, and preparing promotional items.
• Maintain a professional, positive, and team-oriented attitude in fast-paced environments.
• Provide additional Parks Department support as assigned.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years old by employment start date;
• Ability to work approximately 20 to 25 hours per week, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed during peak event season (May - December).
• Less hours needed (January - April);
• Must have a valid driver’s license and ability to meet City insurance requirements, including a minimum of three years of licensed driving experience (permit time excluded);
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and adapt during fast-paced or high-attendance events;
• Strong verbal communication skills;
• Highly motivated, dependable, detail-oriented, and able to prioritize multiple responsibilities with tight deadlines;
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team;
• Candidates must be available for Spark!Fishers Festival (Typically head the last weekend in June).

Physical Demands & Work Environment

• Ability to work outdoors in a variety of weather conditions, including heat, humidity, rain, cold, and uneven terrain required.
• Team Members Must Be Able To Lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 pounds regularly;
• Stand and walk for extended periods during events;
• Repeatedly bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, and reach overhead;
• Load, unload, and transport event equipment and supplies;
• Assist with setup and teardown activities before and after events, sometimes during early mornings or late evenings;
• Work in crowded, loud, and fast-paced event environments.