Event Project Journeyman

Modern Expo & Events is Salt Lake's leading independent exposition service contractor, event producer and decorator. While our services and capabilities have grown, our commitment to our founding principles of quality, value, service, family and community remain unchanged. Modern Expo & Events has become an industry leader, providing exposition and event services for over 400 events annually all around the country.

Are you good at problem solving? Can you lead the planning and implementation of projects? Can you plan and schedule project timelines? Do you like to be challenged? Are you looking for something that is different every day? If you feel this embodies what you are looking for, Modern Expo & Events is expanding their workforce! We are looking for a hardworking individual with a positive, can-do attitude. The following position is currently available: Event Production Journeyman in Expo and Events. This is an entry level position with a great opportunity for growth in an exciting field and company. The perfect fit will be a dynamic, creative and experienced event professional that is able to perform multiple duties relating to producing a variety of events. This position learns the installation and dismantle process of Expo & Events.

Responsibilities:

• Install and dismantle of Expo & Events
• Work with Production Supervisors to ensure delivery of client expectations
• Work with Warehouse Manager to create and ensure proper equipment allocation for each event
• Work with facility personnel to ensure safety and compliance of rules within the facility
• Responsible for quality assurance
• Monitor and report on progress, problems and solutions
• Maintain a creative, solution-oriented and positive approach to all projects
• Resolve issues proactively
• Maintain quality customer service under pressure
• Execute schedule requirements on time and time tracking of projects
• Lift up to 25 lbs. and be physically active
• Work as part of a team
• Follow instructions, both written and verbal for all event projects
• Use good judgement while proactively problem solving
• Drive a forklift, scissor lift, company van or box truck as required
• Show a consistent willingness to work in a multitude of environments, from warehouse to upscale residences and hotels
• Willingness to learn and understand floorplans, graphic templates, info sheets, etc.
• Ability to work early morning, evenings, and weekends as the Expo and Events schedule requires

​Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Valid Driver's License
• Clean driving record
• Experience in project execution, event production or warehouse operations is a plus
• Tradeshow and permanent installation experience
• Ability to work well within, and/or lead, a team setting
• Ability to build rapport and maintain client relationships
• Solution, deadline and detail-oriented