Summer Events Helper - Full Time

Beechwood Sales and Service is a family owned and operated beer distribution company located near Milwaukee, Wisconsin. We represent the world's best breweries including Anheuser-Busch, Diageo-Guinness, Sierra Nevada, New Glarus, and more. We are proud of our high level of service and commitment to our employees, which has earned us several recognitions as a Top Workplace by the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel.

Beechwood Sales & Service has an excellent opportunity for 2024 summer (seasonal) employment. This individual will assist our Special Events/Marketing Departments with all summer events (i.e. the Wisconsin State Fair, Bastille Days, Brady Street Festival, etc.) from approximately early/mid June through Labor Day. This is an entry-level, hands-on role that will provide you valuable knowledge and experience in the beverage industry. We are looking for an energetic individual with a strong work ethic and a strong sense of responsibility to join and contribute to our team.

The schedule for this position is 40-hour work weeks with overtime potential, working most weekdays as well as weekend hours at our larger events. This position will start early/mid June through Labor Day/end of August.

Essential Job Functions:

• Assist our Special Events and Marketing Departments at various summer events in Southeastern, WI

• Work as Events Staff under direction of the Events Marketing Manager

• Help coordinate event activities including event setup, merchandising and inventory control

• Assist with the loading and unloading of product for delivery to events

• Operate company equipment safely and in accordance to company policies at all times

• Provide exceptional customer service to all customers, co-workers, and the general public

• Maintain a positive attitude and demeanor at all times

• Other tasks as assigned by the Events Marketing Manager

Critical Physical Demands:

• Use of hand and foot controls for driving

• Walking and climbing stairs

• Two handed lifting, handling and carrying of cases from floor to overhead levels on a frequent basis.

• Pushing and pulling a hand truck and/or cart loaded with up to 300 pounds on level and inclined surfaces on a frequent basis

• Sustained squatting, kneeling, and/or bending while handling products

Measurements:

Case of 24 cans --> 15 3/4 " X 10 1/2 " X 5" --> 10 - 30 lb.

Case of 24 bottles --> 16 1/2 " X 10 1/2 " X 10" --> 25 - 48 lb.

Quarter Barrel --> 15 1/2 "in diameter, 14" long --> 87 lb.

Half Barrel --> 15 1/2 " in diameter, 23" long --> 165 lb.

What We Are Looking For:

• Working towards a four-year degree from an accredited university

• Ability to work a minimum of 40 hours per week

• Ability to lift 165 pounds or more

• Ability and willingness to work independently and as part of a team

• Ability to work weekends and evenings with a varied schedule

• Excellent verbal and written communications skills

• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation and a safe driving record history

• Good organizational skills with ability to prioritize, multi-task, and meet deadlines

• Enthusiastic, high energy, and self-motivated individual with a desire to succeed

The Sheehan Family Companies are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We support a diverse and inclusive culture and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, national origin, marital status, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any status protected under federal, state, or local law.