Job Description
OVERVIEW OF ATHENA
ATHENA Consulting is an award-winning staffing firm serving state and local governments. Our mission is to make lives better! We make our Clients' Lives Easier by engaging and supporting our clients and partnering with them to be the most knowledgeable staffing partner. We make our Employees' Lives Better by identifying and cultivating their talents and matching these talents with our customers' needs. ATHENA places a high value on customer service, accountability and getting the job done. POSITION SUMMARY
We are recruiting a Moving & Setup Specialist to support campus operations by providing moving, furniture setup, and event preparation services across university facilities. This non-supervisory role is responsible for the safe transport, assembly, arrangement, and reset of furniture and equipment in offices, classrooms, residence halls, and event spaces. The Moving & Setup Specialist plays a key role in ensuring campus environments are clean, functional, and ready for daily use and special events, supporting a safe and well-maintained campus for students, faculty, and staff. Job Duties & Responsibilities:
Transport furniture, equipment, supplies, and materials safely between campus buildings and locations Set up, arrange, and break down tables, chairs, staging, podiums, and other event furnishings Prepare and reset classrooms, conference rooms, offices, and event spaces according to work orders, diagrams, or instructions Assist with campus moves for offices, departments, classrooms, and special events Ensure all furniture and equipment is properly assembled, secured, and positioned according to safety and operational standards Support event setup and breakdown for meetings, campus activities, and special functions Follow safe lifting, moving, and handling procedures at all times Maintain cleanliness and organization of work areas and storage spaces Respond to changing priorities and assist with additional facilities support tasks as needed Work collaboratively with team members and campus staff to ensure timely completion of assignments Operate basic hand tools and moving equipment safely when required Perform duties in indoor and outdoor environments and in varying weather conditions Adhere to university safety policies and procedures during all tasks Qualifications:
High school diploma or GED preferred Experience in moving, warehouse operations, facilities support, custodial work, or event setup preferred Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull heavy objects regularly (up to 50 lbs; heavier items with assistance or equipment) Basic mechanical aptitude and ability to safely use hand tools Ability to follow written and verbal instructions accurately Strong time management, communication, and customer service skills Ability to work independently and as part of a team Flexibility to work varying schedules, including evenings and weekends for campus events Physical Requirements:
Frequent standing, walking, bending, lifting, and climbing Regular exposure to indoor and outdoor environments and changing weather conditions Ability to perform physically demanding tasks throughout the workday Physical Requirements:
Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer. Must be able to lift and move up to 25 pounds at times. Flexibility to work varying schedules, including evenings and weekends for campus events Travel may be required up to 10% of the time. Successful ATHENA employees will display the following characteristics: You strive to be the best in your field currently and in the future. You like to make your employer look good. You find solutions, where others only see problems. You are proactive, you make and meet commitments, and you perform your duties exceedingly well. You are aware of the employer's needs at all times and are well-versed in what you personally and ATHENA can offer them as a whole. You have the ability to work with diverse, integrated, deliverable-driven teams to accomplish the larger mission. The benefits of working for ATHENA include: Support from a team of professionals committed to making your life better. Medical, dental and vision insurance. Medical and dependent flexible spending account. Pet insurance. Mass transportation benefit for the Maryland and Washington, D.C. area. 401k with a generous employer match. Easy to use employee self-serve HR portal. The statements in this Job Posting are intended to describe the general nature and minimum level of work required. The content should not be construed as a complete list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required to meet the criteria for this position. Upon request, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Application for employment is not intended to and does not create a contract or offer of employment and if hired, employment with the company is on an at-will basis and could be terminated at the will of either party. ATHENA Consulting LLC does not discriminate in hiring based on federally protected classifications to include but not limited to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, marital status or other characteristics protected by law. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. #ATHENAJOBS-Mid Pay:
$14.00 per hour Work Location:
In person
