Student Union, Inc. of SJSU
Setup Crew Event Support Services
Student Union, Inc. of SJSU, San Jose, California, United States, 95199
Position Type:
Administration - Event Center/EC Office Assistant
Date Posted: 8/20/2025
Location: San Jose, CA
Job Title:
Setup Crew Event Support Services Classification:
Student Assistant I Grade:
Hourly, Non-Exempt Department:
Event Center Supervisor:
Operations Manager Location:
Events Center
The Student Union, Inc. is 501(c)(3) nonprofit auxiliary that maintains three major facilities at San José State University in downtown San José, California. These facilities include the Diaz Compean Student Union Building, the Provident Credit Union Event Center (PCUEC), and the Spartan Recreation and Aquatic Center. The Student Union, Inc., functions as part of the Student Affairs Division on campus and is governed by a Board of Directors made up of a student majority, faculty, and administrators.
Mission The Student Union, Inc. of San Jose State University supports the development, growth, and well-being of students and the campus community by providing diverse programs, desired services, and quality facilities to enhance the collegiate experience.
Job Summary Under the immediate supervision of the Event Center Operations Manager. Setup Crew members play a hands-on role in executing all physical event setups and takedowns at the Event Center and surrounding areas. As the backbone of event logistics, this team ensures that spaces are ready, equipment is in place, and events are set for success. This is a physical, fast-paced, and team-oriented position.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Execute event setups and breakdowns per diagrams and instructions (tables, chairs, staging, etc.) Maintain cleanliness and organization of event spaces and storage areas Load/unload equipment and support event turnover and transitions Assist with minor equipment checks and report damages or inventory shortages Provide on-site event support as directed (restocking, monitoring, resetting spaces) Follow safety procedures and support a positive team environment Occasionally assist with large-scale campus or external events (e.g., commencements, concerts, orientations) Job Requirements:
Current SJSU students enrolled for the current or upcoming semester Available to work 12-15 hours per week, including nights, weekends, and academic breaks Ability to lift 50 lbs, push carts, and work on your feet for extended periods Dependable, detail-oriented, and a team player Willingness to learn and take direction from student and professional supervisors Qualifications and Specifications:
Prior experience in event setup, facilities work, or related role Familiarity with safe lifting techniques and event equipment Guidelines
This position is non-exempt from the provisions of Section 1 of the California Industrial Welfare Commission Orders. In general, the position works a schedule based on business needs and requires early morning, evening and weekend work. When school is in session student assistants may work up to, but not in excess of 20 hours per week (among all concurrent positions). When classes are not in session (i.e. summer break) student assistants may work up to, but not in excess of 40 hours per week. Minimum Hourly Salary: $18.00 - Maximum Hourly Salary: $20.75
Benefits This position is employed through the Student Union at San Jose State University which offers employees to receive 40 hours of sick pay during the calendar year.
Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action The Student Union of San José State University (SJSU) is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer committed to nondiscrimination on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, creed, disability, ethnicity, gender, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, race, religion or lack thereof, sex, sexual orientation, transgender, or protected veteran status consistent with applicable federal and state laws. The Student Union and SJSU have a firm and unambiguous commitment to the active elimination of discrimination, and the affirmative recruitment of a diverse, multi-racial community of students, faculty and staff. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for applicants with disabilities who self- disclose.
California State University (CSU) Learning & Development Within the first month, all employees are required to complete the following compliance online training sessions through CSULearn, the University's employee training platform. Employees will be enrolled in the training soon after their appointment is processed and will be notified via email from CSULearn@sjsu.edu.
CSU - Injury and Illness Prevention Program - one time course CSU - Preventing Discrimination and Harassment for Non-Supervisors - required every two years CSU - Sexual Misconduct Prevention Program (Title IX) - required every year Data Security and FERPA - required every two years Hazard Communication Cal/OSHA - one time course SJSU COVID-19 Health and Safety Protocols Training - one time course Background Check and Fingerprinting Student Union employees are required to undergo and complete a successful background check that includes verification of employment and education, as well as a check of criminal records for employment. Candidates for positions where the employee will come in regular contact with minors and cash management will be required to be fingerprinted. This policy includes emergency hires and may also be applicable to volunteers depending on the work they will be doing. In some cases, the background check will include a credit check and/or a Department of Motor Vehicles check, as well as a check of licenses and certificates when applicable. All background checks are conducted through the Student Union third-party vendor, Accurate Background.
California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act All Student Union at San Jose State University employees are considered mandated reporters under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and are required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.
Date Posted: 8/20/2025
Location: San Jose, CA
Job Title:
Setup Crew Event Support Services Classification:
Student Assistant I Grade:
Hourly, Non-Exempt Department:
Event Center Supervisor:
Operations Manager Location:
Events Center
The Student Union, Inc. is 501(c)(3) nonprofit auxiliary that maintains three major facilities at San José State University in downtown San José, California. These facilities include the Diaz Compean Student Union Building, the Provident Credit Union Event Center (PCUEC), and the Spartan Recreation and Aquatic Center. The Student Union, Inc., functions as part of the Student Affairs Division on campus and is governed by a Board of Directors made up of a student majority, faculty, and administrators.
Mission The Student Union, Inc. of San Jose State University supports the development, growth, and well-being of students and the campus community by providing diverse programs, desired services, and quality facilities to enhance the collegiate experience.
Job Summary Under the immediate supervision of the Event Center Operations Manager. Setup Crew members play a hands-on role in executing all physical event setups and takedowns at the Event Center and surrounding areas. As the backbone of event logistics, this team ensures that spaces are ready, equipment is in place, and events are set for success. This is a physical, fast-paced, and team-oriented position.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Execute event setups and breakdowns per diagrams and instructions (tables, chairs, staging, etc.) Maintain cleanliness and organization of event spaces and storage areas Load/unload equipment and support event turnover and transitions Assist with minor equipment checks and report damages or inventory shortages Provide on-site event support as directed (restocking, monitoring, resetting spaces) Follow safety procedures and support a positive team environment Occasionally assist with large-scale campus or external events (e.g., commencements, concerts, orientations) Job Requirements:
Current SJSU students enrolled for the current or upcoming semester Available to work 12-15 hours per week, including nights, weekends, and academic breaks Ability to lift 50 lbs, push carts, and work on your feet for extended periods Dependable, detail-oriented, and a team player Willingness to learn and take direction from student and professional supervisors Qualifications and Specifications:
Prior experience in event setup, facilities work, or related role Familiarity with safe lifting techniques and event equipment Guidelines
This position is non-exempt from the provisions of Section 1 of the California Industrial Welfare Commission Orders. In general, the position works a schedule based on business needs and requires early morning, evening and weekend work. When school is in session student assistants may work up to, but not in excess of 20 hours per week (among all concurrent positions). When classes are not in session (i.e. summer break) student assistants may work up to, but not in excess of 40 hours per week. Minimum Hourly Salary: $18.00 - Maximum Hourly Salary: $20.75
Benefits This position is employed through the Student Union at San Jose State University which offers employees to receive 40 hours of sick pay during the calendar year.
Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action The Student Union of San José State University (SJSU) is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer committed to nondiscrimination on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, creed, disability, ethnicity, gender, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, race, religion or lack thereof, sex, sexual orientation, transgender, or protected veteran status consistent with applicable federal and state laws. The Student Union and SJSU have a firm and unambiguous commitment to the active elimination of discrimination, and the affirmative recruitment of a diverse, multi-racial community of students, faculty and staff. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for applicants with disabilities who self- disclose.
California State University (CSU) Learning & Development Within the first month, all employees are required to complete the following compliance online training sessions through CSULearn, the University's employee training platform. Employees will be enrolled in the training soon after their appointment is processed and will be notified via email from CSULearn@sjsu.edu.
CSU - Injury and Illness Prevention Program - one time course CSU - Preventing Discrimination and Harassment for Non-Supervisors - required every two years CSU - Sexual Misconduct Prevention Program (Title IX) - required every year Data Security and FERPA - required every two years Hazard Communication Cal/OSHA - one time course SJSU COVID-19 Health and Safety Protocols Training - one time course Background Check and Fingerprinting Student Union employees are required to undergo and complete a successful background check that includes verification of employment and education, as well as a check of criminal records for employment. Candidates for positions where the employee will come in regular contact with minors and cash management will be required to be fingerprinted. This policy includes emergency hires and may also be applicable to volunteers depending on the work they will be doing. In some cases, the background check will include a credit check and/or a Department of Motor Vehicles check, as well as a check of licenses and certificates when applicable. All background checks are conducted through the Student Union third-party vendor, Accurate Background.
California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act All Student Union at San Jose State University employees are considered mandated reporters under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and are required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.