Warehouse Operations/Events Installer

Warehouse Operations/Events Installer

Full-Time • Richmond, VA, $55000-65,000/year

Authorization to work in the U.S. required • Visa sponsorship not available

About Ampa Events

For 30 years, Ampa Events has delivered professional event production services across Richmond, the DC metro area, the broader Mid-Atlantic region, and national markets. We are a team that takes pride in doing excellent work, running lean, and growing sustainably. This role is central to our continued success.

About the Role

Ampa Events is seeking an experienced Office and Operations Coordinator to work directly alongside the owner in overseeing daily operations. This is a hands-on leadership role requiring strong organizational skills, operational oversight, and people management.

The ideal candidate is proactive, highly organized, and solutions-oriented. You anticipate problems before they arise, build schedules that keep projects moving efficiently, and lead teams with accountability, consistency, and positivity. Must be familiar with inventory control in a warehouse.

This role is well suited for an experienced operations or office management professional — including candidates returning to the workforce after a career break.

MUST HAVE 3-5 YEARS EXPERIENCE IN THE EVENT INDUSTRY

Key Responsibilities

Operations & Administration

• Support daily business operations and company oversight
• Develop and maintain internal systems, workflows, and procedures
• Monitor labor hours, productivity, and operational efficiency
• Assist with budgeting, reporting, and business communications
• Identify operational improvements that reduce waste and increase efficiency

Scheduling & Logistics

• Build and manage personnel, trucking, and equipment schedules
• Coordinate repair, fabrication, and deployment timelines
• Resolve scheduling conflicts proactively to maintain project deadlines
• Occasionally assist with on-site event installations as needed

Human Resources & Team Management

• Lead recruiting, hiring, onboarding, and employee offboarding
• Conduct performance evaluations and support employee development
• Maintain employee records and ensure HR compliance
• Foster a respectful, accountable, team-oriented workplace culture
• Communicate policies and expectations clearly and consistently

Qualifications

Required

• 3–5+ years of experience in office, operations, or business management
• Experience with HR processes, employee management, and scheduling
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Experience managing labor hours, budgets, and operational workflows
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office or Google Workspace
• Authorization to work in the United States

Preferred

• Experience in live events, event production, entertainment, logistics, or field services
• Experience with inventory control in warehouse and/or the event industry
• Ability to lead creative and non-traditional teams effectively
• Calm, positive leadership style under deadline pressure