What are the responsibilities and job description for the Event Setup Lead And Project Coordinator position at Centric Events & Rentals?
Event Setup Lead & Project Coordinator
Centric Events & Rentals | Phoenix, AZ
Centric Events & Rentals in Phoenix, AZ, is looking for a dedicated and detail-oriented Event Setup Lead & Project Coordinator to join our team. This is a hands-on leadership role where you will take full ownership of event execution, working directly with clients, sales teams, and setup crews to bring event visions to life. If you thrive in high-energy environments, enjoy building relationships, and can problem-solve in real time, we want you on our team!
Who You Are:
✔ A Natural Leader – You take full ownership of every event and lead with confidence.
✔ Highly Organized – You think like a project manager, keeping track of every detail.
✔ Solution-Oriented – You troubleshoot on the fly and adapt to dynamic environments.
✔ A Strong Communicator – You interact professionally with clients, team members, and vendors.
✔ Relationship-Oriented – You build trust with clients and collaborate effectively with the sales team.
✔ Proactive & Hands-On – You anticipate challenges, take initiative, and work alongside your team.
✔ Driven by Performance – You thrive on financial incentives tied to event execution quality and efficiency.
What You’ll Do:
- Lead event setup crews, ensuring efficiency, accuracy, and professionalism.
- Work closely with clients, sales teams, and vendors to align on event details and expectations.
- Act as the main point of contact on-site, solving problems and ensuring smooth execution.
- Oversee and participate in the installation of event furnishings, staging, dance floors, kitchen equipment, lighting, and draping.
- Manage event logistics, ensuring seamless deliveries, setups, and breakdowns.
- Drive and operate large box trucks and/or trailers for equipment transport.
- Maintain inventory organization and ensure all items are accounted for.
- Work directly alongside your team, setting the pace and leading by example.
- Represent Centric Events with professionalism, positivity, and reliability.
What You Bring:
- Experience in event setup, logistics, project management, hospitality, or production (preferred but not required).
- A background in event coordination, team leadership, or customer service is a plus.
- Strong ability to multitask, delegate, and stay composed under pressure.
- Physical ability to lift 50-100 lbs. and work indoors/outdoors in various conditions.
- A valid driver’s license and a clean driving record.
- Comfort operating pickup trucks, vans, and box trucks.
Compensation & Benefits
Competitive pay financial incentives based on event execution performance.
Bonuses for efficiency, positive client reviews, and high-quality event execution.
Career growth opportunities within a fast-growing company.
A collaborative, dynamic team where your contributions truly matter.
Full-Time Employment Offers (Eligible after 90 days):
✔ Two weeks of paid time off
✔ One week of paid sick time
✔ Five paid holidays
✔ Medical insurance
✔ $30,000 Life insurance policy
✔ 401K plan offering
✔ Equipment usage benefit
See what it’s like to be part of our team and learn more: https://centric.events/work-for-us/
Ready to Elevate Your Career?
We believe in hiring next-level professionals who take extreme ownership of their work and want to be part of something bigger. If you're ready to lead unforgettable events and grow with us, apply today!
Currently seeking part and full-time applicants
Salary : $30,000
