Volunteer and Employment Opportunities at Great East Music Festivals
There is no shortage of ways to support Great East Music Festivals. Throughout the year, we seek a variety of assistance to bring the Great East Music Festivals experiences to students across New England. Check back to this page throughout the year to view our available volunteer and employment opportunities!
Non-CDL Truck Driver (Seasonal/Part-Time)
Non-CDL Truck Driver (Seasonal / Part-Time)
Great East Music Festivals: Inspire Arts & Music
Great East Music Festivals, a company of Inspire Arts & Music, is seeking a reliable non- CDL, box truck driver to support our spring festival season by transporting and handling percussion instruments and choral risers. This is a seasonal, part-time position ideal for someone comfortable with physical work, early starts, and working around live event schedules.
Location
- Instruments and equipment are stored in Canton, MA
- Festival venues are located in:
- Springfield, MA
- Methuen, MA
- Derry, NH
- Springfield, MA
Schedule & Availability Requirements
Applicants must be available on the following dates:
- Thursday, May 7
- Friday, May 8
- Thursday, May 14
- Friday, May 15
- Thursday, May 21
- Friday, May 22
- Saturday, May 23
- Thursday, May 28
- Friday, May 29
- Saturday, May 30
- Monday, June 1
- Wednesday, June 3
- Thursday, June 4
- Friday, June 5
- Saturday, June 6
Festivals typically conclude around 3:00 PM, with return trips and unloading occurring the same afternoon.
Responsibilities
- Safely transport percussion instruments and choral risers from Canton, MA to festival venues
- Load and unload equipment at venues the day before each festival
- Remove instruments and equipment from festival sites after festivals conclude and return them to Canton, MA
- Secure all instruments and risers properly to prevent damage during transport
- Coordinate timing and access with festival staff and venue personnel
- Maintain organization of the truck and equipment
Qualifications
- Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record
- Experience driving box trucks up to 26’
- Ability to lift and move heavy and bulky equipment
- Dependable, punctual, and comfortable working independently
- Careful and respectful handling of musical instruments and staging equipment
- Familiarity with Massachusetts and southern New Hampshire travel routes is a plus
Physical Requirements
- Regular lifting, carrying, and maneuvering of heavy percussion instruments and risers
- Ability to load and unload equipment multiple times per day as needed
Compensation
- Competitive hourly rate, based on experience
- Seasonal, event-based employment
A standard background check is required. For all inquiries, please email afrachiseur@greateastmusicfestivals.org with the subject line “Great East Music Festivals Truck Driver.” Resumes and cover letters are optional.