Job Details
• Hourly Pay: $19-$25 per hour
• Location: Mechanics’ Hall, Portland, Maine
• Commitment: up to 10-12 hrs a week including evenings and weekends to support programming and events
At Mechanics’ Hall, we are dedicated to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we value the well-being of our team members, who are often parents and caregivers. We prioritize ensuring our employees have time to enjoy their families, friends, and personal pursuits outside of work.
Position Summary:
Mechanics’ Hall, a key player in Portland’s downtown arts and culture scene, seeks Event Staff to create a warm and welcoming environment during performances, literary launches, and beyond. As a liaison for the organization, Event Staff are responsible for the smooth and successful execution of public events. They work with volunteers and other MH staff to keep artists, guests, and the physical building safe. The Event Staff will be trained on Mechanics’ Hall’s procedures and tasks.
Key Responsibilities:
- Ensure a positive visitor experience for guests, volunteers, and artists in line with the Mechanics’ Hall Mission
- Event Setup: set up tables, chairs, projectors, speakers, and other equipment before the event begins, according to the setup plan communicated by the Community Engagement & Programs Manager.
- Greeting Artists/Speakers: welcome artists/presenters/performers/partners and help them set up for their program by answering questions and gathering necessary supplies.
- Front of House Duties: operate the front desk, including taking attendance, selling tickets (box office), accepting donations, and monitoring the front door
- Greeting Guests: answer questions about the event, including wayfinding, where to go for the program, accessibility requests, and general information about Mechanics’ Hall.
- Introducing the Event: ensure the event has a timely start, and occasionally give welcoming remarks and introduce speakers/performers at the beginning of the event.
- Event Breakdown: following an event, put away tables, chairs, projectors, or other event equipment.
- Lockup: turning off all lights, turning on alarms, and locking the building following an event.
- Respond quickly and calmly, and assist others in case of an emergency
Requirements and Skills:
- Regular and timely attendance is essential.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to handle, or feel objects; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 30+ pounds.
- Event Staff should be warm and approachable, with strong people skills
Application Instructions:
Interested candidates should submit a comprehensive PDF application package, titled LastNameFirstName_EventStaff (example: MartinSteve_EventStaff) and include:
• A paragraph outlining your qualifications and interest in the Event Staff role.
• A current resume highlighting relevant experience and skills
• Contact information for two to three professional references.
Applications should be sent via email to admin@mainemechanics.org with “Event Staff” in the subject line. (Please no walk-ins or phone calls) Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled. Candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted for interviews. Thank you for your interest in joining the Mechanics’ Hall team!