What are the responsibilities and job description for the Event Rental Lead position at NW Event Rentals?
About NW Event Rentals:
NW Event Rentals provides top-quality rental equipment for weddings, corporate events, and private parties. We pride ourselves on reliable service, attention to detail, and making every event a success.
Please only apply if you are serious about joining our team and are local and eligible to work in the U.S.
Learn more about us: managementgroupnw.com
About the Role:
We are seeking a hands-on Event Rental Lead to oversee delivery crews, manage warehouse operations, and occasionally assist with event setup at our venues.
You’ll be responsible for leading the team through the safe, accurate, and timely delivery, setup, and pickup of rental equipment — including tents, tables, chairs, and dishware.
This is a leadership role where your organization, customer service, and ability to direct a team will directly impact client satisfaction and company success.
We highly encourage in-person applicants — feel free to drop by and meet the team!
Responsibilities:
- Lead and supervise rental delivery crews for deliveries, pickups, setups, and breakdowns, including tents and large event structures.
- Manage the safe loading, transportation, unloading, and installation of rental equipment.
- Represent NW Event Rentals professionally with clients onsite, solving any delivery or setup issues.
- Communicate clearly with the office, warehouse, and clients to ensure smooth operations.
- Train and mentor new drivers, warehouse workers, and delivery assistants.
- Perform daily pre-trip and post-trip inspections of company vehicles (box trucks, vans) and maintain clean vehicles.
- Coordinate and oversee the return and restocking of rental equipment into inventory after events.
- Step in to assist with warehouse management, inventory organization, and event setup support during slower delivery days.
- Ensure all safety policies and procedures are followed both on the road and at event sites.
- Maintain an efficient, clean, and organized warehouse and event delivery workflow.
Qualifications:
- Valid driver's license with a clean driving record (REQUIRED).
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and manage a team in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent customer service and communication skills — you’ll often be the face of NW Event Rentals onsite.
- Ability to lift, carry, and move 70 pounds safely and consistently.
- Experience handling tent installations or large event setups is highly preferred.
- Forklift certification or experience is a plus (but not required).
- Prior experience in the event rental or event management industry is a big plus!
- Ability to work flexible hours, including occasional weekends during peak season.
- Being bilingual (English & Spanish) is a strong plus.
- High-energy, trustworthy, organized, and fun to work with.
Schedule:
- Typical workweek: Monday–Friday (with some weekend shifts during busy event seasons)
- 8-hour shifts
- Overtime opportunities available
Benefits:
- Pay: $22.00 per hour
- Full-time: 40 hours per week expected
- Overtime opportunities
- Occasional tips
- Fun, high-energy work environment
- Opportunity for growth into warehouse, or event management positions
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $22.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 12 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
Language:
- English (Required)
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Required)
- Night Shift (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Hillsboro, OR 97124 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Hillsboro, OR 97124: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $22