Warehouse & Event Operations Specialist – Box Truck Driver & Event Setup/Teardown
Event Decor & Floral Company | Colorado Springs, Denver & Surrounding Areas
We are looking for a reliable, physically capable Warehouse & Event Operations Specialist to join our team. This is a hands-on position for someone who is comfortable working hard, moving heavy inventory, loading and unloading trucks, driving a 26' box truck, and working long days in a fast-paced environment.
This is not a typical warehouse job. Our work changes every day depending on our event schedule. One day you may spend most of the day pulling and loading furniture and décor in the warehouse; the next you may be driving a box truck to Denver, unloading at a venue, helping set up an event, and returning late that night to unload and put everything away.
We need someone who can go with the flow, think on their feet, work independently, and jump in wherever they are needed. The right person doesn't need to be told what to do every five minutes; they can see what needs to be done, work efficiently, and help the team get the job finished.
This is a physically demanding position and is best suited for someone with previous warehouse, moving, delivery, logistics, event setup, construction, or other hands-on experience.
What You’ll Do
As a key member of our warehouse team, you will help ensure every event runs smoothly from warehouse prep to final teardown. This includes maintaining and prepping the inventory, loading the trucks, unloading at event venue and setting up the inventory for the event. After the event is complete, you will also "strike" the event (take down all of the decor), properly secure and package all inventory, load the trucks, and ensure all inventory is back in the warehouse properly.
What We’re Looking For
We want team members who show up early or on-time, ready to work, support their teammates, take ownership of their responsibilities, works well with others while being fast, efficient, smart and organized.
Core Responsibilities:
(this does not encompass all duties for this position)
- Safely drive company vehicles, including a 26’ box truck, as needed
- Pull, prep, clean, and organize event decor, props, and furniture
- Inspect all items to ensure quality and readiness before events
- Safely pack and load items for transport
- Load and unload company vehicles efficiently and carefully
- Complete on-site event setup and teardown ("strikes")
- Handle all decor and equipment with care to maintain quality standards
- Return, clean, and properly store items in the warehouse
- Maintain a clean, organized, and OSHA compliant warehouse
- Follow dress code and represent the company professionally on-site
Qualifications & Requirements:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- At least 1 year of warehouse or similar hands-on experience
- Valid driver’s license with a clean Motor Vehicle Record (MVR)
- Ability to safely operate a 26’ box truck and other company vehicles
- Reliable, punctual, and highly organized
- Strong team player with a positive, can-do attitude
- Able to follow instructions and be flexible when directions change on-site
- Ability to work at event locations across Colorado Springs, Denver, and surrounding areas
- Flexible schedule with availability for nights, weekends, and Sundays as needed
- Ability to stay calm, adaptable, and solution-focused during high-pressure situations
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to frequently lift carry up to 100 pounds
- Comfortable climbing ladders frequently
- Able to bend, squat, stoop, push, and pull regularly
- Comfortable standing for extended periods
- Able to perform physically demanding work in a fast-paced environment
Schedule, Pay & Work Environment
- Hourly pay (Starting at $20/hour based on experience)
- Full availability required, including late nights and weekends
- Sunday shifts required depending on event schedule
- Primary base: Design Works Warehouse in Colorado Springs
- Actual work locations vary by event (Colorado Springs up to Denver, and surrounding areas)
- Late-night event strikes (teardowns) required
- Premium pay opportunities available
Why Join This Team?
- Be part of a creative team that produces high-end events
- Work in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment where no two days are the same
- Take pride in seeing your work come to life at real events
- Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance Available
- 401(k) with company match up to 3%
Important Note: All new team members begin with a two-week trial period as a 1099 subcontractor at $19/hour. This gives you an opportunity to make sure the position is a good fit for you, while also allowing us to evaluate how you fit with the team. During those two weeks, you'll work alongside our warehouse crew and get hands-on experience with the day-to-day responsibilities of the role. At the end of the trial period (or sooner, if everything is going well) you'll meet with the Warehouse Manager to discuss how things are going and make sure you're both on the same page. If it's a good fit for everyone, you'll transition to employment with the company. At that time, your starting pay will be finalized based on your performance during the trial period. Most employees begin at $20/hour, with the opportunity to start higher depending on how they perform.
If you’re dependable, physically capable, and ready to be part of a team that delivers exceptional event experiences, we want to hear from you.
Pay: From $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- What days and hours are you generally available to work? Please include any scheduling limitations or commitments you currently have.
- Our crews travel to event locations throughout Colorado, including Colorado Springs, Denver, and surrounding areas. Describe your availability and willingness to travel for work, including early mornings, late nights, or overnight trips when needed.
- This position requires frequently lifting and carrying items weighing up to 100 pounds (with assistance when appropriate). Please describe your experience with physically demanding work and any limitations we should be aware of.
- Tell us about any experience you have working on ladders or at heights. How comfortable are you with climbing ladders as part of your daily job duties?
- Please describe your current driver's license status, including the state that issued it and any restrictions, if applicable.
- Please describe your driving record. If you have had any accidents, traffic violations, or license suspensions within the past five years, please explain.
- Tell us about your experience driving 26-foot or larger box trucks. Please include the types of vehicles you've driven, how often you drove them, and the type of work you performed.
- This position involves physical labor, long shifts, evenings, weekends, holidays, and occasional overnight work. What interests you about this type of work, and how do you prepare yourself for physically demanding and flexible schedules?
- Describe your experience working in a warehouse, event production, moving, construction, or other physically demanding environment.
- This position requires representing our company at luxury events and client venues. What does professionalism on the job mean to you?
- Why are you interested in working for Design Works, and what do you hope to contribute to our team?
Work Location: In person
