Experienced Forklift Operator - Event Set-Up & Tear-Down

Experienced Forklift Operator – Event Set-Up & Tear-Down

Location:
Kingston, NY
Employment Type:
Temporary | Project-Based
Pay Rate:
$25.00 per hour
Project Dates:
Must be available between August 11, 2026 and August 17, 2026
Schedule:
Flexible availability required
Extended shifts may be required, including 15+ hour days
Weekend work is mandatory
Start and end times may vary depending on project needs

Job Overview:
We are seeking an experienced Forklift Operator to support the set-up and tear-down of a major festival event in Kingston, NY. This is a temporary, outdoor, physically demanding project role that requires prior forklift operating experience, strong safety awareness, and the ability to work long hours in a fast-paced event environment.
The ideal candidate is dependable, safety-focused, and comfortable assisting with general labor duties when not operating the forklift.

Forklift Operator Responsibilities:

• Safely operate a forklift during event set-up and tear-down
• Move, load, unload, and position event materials, equipment, and infrastructure
• Assist with staging supplies and supporting event site organization
• Follow all site safety procedures and equipment operation guidelines
• Help with general labor tasks when forklift operation is not required
• Lift, carry, push, pull, and assemble event materials as directed
• Work efficiently in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities

Requirements:

• Previous forklift operating experience required
• Ability to work extended shifts, including 15+ hour days as needed
• Weekend availability required during the project dates
• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials throughout the shift
• Comfortable working outdoors in varying weather conditions
• Reliable transportation required
• Must provide and wear steel-toed boots
• Strong work ethic, dependability, and commitment to safety

Why Apply?

• Competitive temporary pay at $25/hr
• Short-term project work with defined dates
• Outdoor, hands-on event environment
• Great opportunity for experienced forklift operators seeking project-based work
• Fast-paced role supporting a major Kingston-area event

Apply Now!
If you have forklift experience and are available for temporary festival work in Kingston, NY from August 11 through August 17, apply today for immediate consideration. Qualified candidates will be contacted regarding next steps.

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