Be a part of our event setup team and help build The Wagner Subaru Outdoor Experience! Under the supervision of MetroParks staff, Event Setup volunteers help build the event by setting up various areas such as the Exhibitor Village, Info Central, Bike Village, Action Sports Area, Youth Zone, etc. Volunteers also assist in unloading, organizing, and securing equipment in appropriate areas.
Impact
Special Event volunteers are critical in ensuring that each special event or large-scale program runs smoothly from set-up to tear-down.
Tasks
- Help staff unload, organize, and collect equipment and gear that will be distributed throughout the event site.
- Help staff set up tents, displays, signage, banners, tables, chairs, etc.
- Use safe lifting techniques, proper hand tools for the job, and safety gear as appropriate and necessary.
Eligibility
- This opportunity is open to the following volunteers: Long-Term, Short-Term, Public Service, and Youth (ages 14-17 - See specific age requirements below). Learn more about our types of service here.
- Background Check: We do not require a background check for our public volunteer opportunities; however, persons with a criminal record may be disqualified and prohibited from service. Please review our background check policy here. For those required to complete Court Appointed Community Service, please click here.
- Youth Volunteers: Youth volunteers ages 14-17 are not required to complete a background check. If you are a new youth volunteer, contact volunteer.services@metroparks.org to have your background check waived.
Additional Notes
- Parking and Meeting Instructions: Parking is available for volunteers off Springfield Street. Volunteers should check in at Volunteer Central in the Bluegrass Shelter by the lagoon. Please arrive 15 minutes early to park, check in, and get to your volunteer location.
- Cancellation: If you need to cancel a shift last minute or are running late, please contact the staff lead, Shelby Shaw, at 937-274-3117.
- Environment and Physical Demands: This position does involve heavy lifting. Hand carts, dollies, and hand tools will be available for volunteer use. Volunteers will be provided with all needed equipment and safety gear on-site. This program takes place outdoors. Please be aware of outdoor exposure risks (i.e., sun, poison ivy, insects, etc.). Volunteers should be aware of seasonal allergies (i.e., grass, pollen, bees, etc.), and will participate in some bending, kneeling, reaching, and lifting objects of 15lbs or more. Volunteers should bring their favorite water bottle, sunscreen, and bug spray.
- Dress: Volunteers should dress for the weather and wear comfortable shoes. If you have one, please wear your green or blue volunteer shirt. Reusable volunteer vests and event nametags will be provided for you onsite at volunteer check-in.
Look for additional details about this opportunity at the bottom of this listing! See the Special Event Volunteer Position Description for more detailed information.
