26 ft Box Truck Driver and General Labor
Company: Groundwork Operations
Location: New York City
Posted on: April 2, 2026
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Job Description:
ABOUT THE COMPANY: Groundwork Operations, LLC provides general
and specialized Crew to set-up and break-down indoor and outdoor
events throughout New York City, New Jersey, Philadelphia, and
Boston areas. Our team works projects of all sizes, from small
events that a single Crew Member can set up on their own, to large
scale events such as the NY Marathon where we have dozens of shifts
available on a daily basis for several weeks. JOB DESCRIPTION: This
job is gig-based. You are applying for the opportunity to be
included in our database of Crew Members who are offered individual
shifts based on the varying, seasonal needs of the Clients we
serve. Many events will require you to work overnights weekends.
Whether you are interested in pursuing a career in Event
Production, or are simply seeking a flexible work schedule or
supplemental income, this job can be a great fit. In addition to
seasoned Event Production professionals, our current crew roster
includes artists, content creators, graphic designers, students,
and entrepreneurs with a wide range of life experiences and
personal pursuits. Some Crew Members work a single shift a year,
while others work 40 hour weeks during our busy season. Motivated
crew members will have more consistent work opportunities, access
to additional training, increased responsibilities, and pay raises.
RESPONSIBILITIES: Include, but are not limited to: loading
unloading trucks; distribution collection of materials; set-up
break-down of tents, tables, chairs barricades; installation
dismantle of signage hardware structures; packaging palletizing;
trash removal. Job descriptions assignments vary from shift to
shift. NOTE: On our crew, truck drivers tackle all of the same
physical tasks as general crew members, this is not a driving only
position. Those seeking to sit behind a wheel all day without
getting their hands dirty need not apply. HARD SKILLS: Ability to
safely comfortably drive a 26' ft box truck through New York City
and surrounding areas Knowledge of and adherence to ALL applicable
rules and regulations (height clearance, commercial routes, etc. .
) Knowledge of responsibility for standard truck functionality and
maintenance (diesel fuel, DEF, lift gate operation, etc. . .)
Ability to properly load and secure a wide range of freight,
including palletized, crated / boxed, and loose items, by utilizing
pallet jacks, hand trucks, ratchet straps, and other equipment.
Ability to lift 100 pounds Ability to reach, kneel bend Ability to
safely use basic tools (hammers, screwdrivers, wrenches, box
cutters, etc. . .) SOFT SKILLS: Ability to personally manage a
gig-based work schedule without missing shifts Ability to give
praise, receive constructive criticism work toward ongoing
self-improvement Ability to communicate collaborate with clients
co-workers Ability to maintain a positive attitude in stressful
situations Ability to follow directions execute tasks with
attention to detail Ability to adhere to standard procedures safe
work practices in a fast-paced environment HIRING REQUIREMENTS:
Valid State ID Working email address C onsistent working smartphone
w / a data plan capable of downloading operating mobile apps
Ability to fill out online employment paperwork with e-signature
functionality Ability to arrive on site for your first shift in our
minimum required uniform - all black attire with NO large logos or
writing - with work gloves BONUS EXPERIENCE: Operating fork,
scissor, or boom lifts Professional moving experience Warehouse,
packing, shipping and receiving Stagehand, AV, concert, and theater
work Event production experience PLEASE NOTE: The majority of
Groundwork Operations and Heavy Weight Freight job postings are for
gig-based positions , NOT full-time or part-time roles with a
consistent schedule. The exceptions to this are listed below: Our
CDL Class A OTR (Over The Road) Truck Driver jobs are
contract-based (1099) with specific, consistent schedules . Our IT
Workstation Installation Tech jobs are travel-based positions,
placing you in-field, out of state, for several weeks at a time
with a fixed schedule for that duration. These are W2 positions and
travel and lodging are covered by us.
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