CVW Event Productions is seeking a dependable, high-energy Driver/Warehouse Assistant to manage the physical movement of our production gear. In this role, the road is your primary workspace. You will spend roughly 70% of your time safely transporting high-end audio, video, and lighting equipment to various event venues, and 30% assisting with warehouse inventory and staging.
Schedule Note:
While our core operational hours are Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM, the live events industry is dynamic. Night and weekend drives are a must when needed to accommodate show load-ins and late-night load-outs. Key Responsibilities Driving & Fleet Logistics (Approx. 70%)
Primary Transport:
Safely operate company vehicles (cargo vans, box trucks up to 26ft) to deliver, drop off, and retrieve AV equipment from client sites, hotels, and convention centers.
Load Securement:
Expertly strap, block, and brace heavy road cases, trusses, and fragile gear inside vehicles to ensure zero damage during transport.
On-Site Coordination:
Serve as our on-site logistics contact, interfacing professionally with event producers, venue dock managers, and local crews during load-ins and load-outs.
Fleet Maintenance:
Manage vehicle cleanliness, perform daily pre-trip safety inspections, track fuel logs, and proactively report any maintenance issues. Warehouse Support (Approx. 30%)
Receiving & Staging :
Assist the warehouse team with unloading returning trucks, scanning barcodes, and staging outgoing gear orders according to pick lists.
Turnaround QC:
Perform basic visual checks on returning gear to ensure everything listed on the manifest made it back, reporting any obviously damaged items.
Dock & Space Upkeep:
Help keep the loading dock clear, organized, and safe for incoming and outgoing shipments.
Qualifications & Requirements Availability:
Ability to work a standard M-F, 9am-5pm schedule, with the strict flexibility to handle mandatory evening, late-night, and weekend driving assignments as required by event schedules.
Experience:
Minimum 2 years of professional commercial driving experience (box trucks or large cargo vans required). Experience in event logistics, moving companies, or AV production is highly preferred.
Driver's License :
Clean driving record (MVR check required) and a valid driver's license. DOT medical card required (or must be willing to obtain one immediately upon hire).
Physical Demands :
Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 75 lbs frequently. Comfortable navigating tight loading docks, ramps, and service elevators.
Skills :
Strong time-management skills and the ability to navigate routes efficiently using GPS; basic comfort using mobile apps for inventory scanning or delivery tracking. Ideal candidate will have experience driving box trucks (16'-26') and experience with general warehouse operations. CDL license is not required, but general knowledge of DOT requirements is a plus.
Benefits/Perks:
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance. Paid Time Off (PTO) and 401(k) matching. Consistent hours with a dedicated company fleet (no personal vehicle required). CVW Event Productions is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
