We're Hiring for the PBC Book Fair Team!

PBC Book Fairs is HIRING for Set-Up & Take-Down Crew! We are heading into our busy season and need Specialists visit schools all over the Phoenix Metro Area and help them Set-Up their Book Fairs to fit their space. At the end of a Fair, specialists help pack the Fair neatly and set it to the side for PBC to come Pick-Up. If you like driving, or work for Uber, Lyft, DoorDash, etc., this is a great opportunity to add some scheduled appointments into your day!

This job also might work for you if you have free time during school hours or are semi-retired and looking for a good part time gig. If you are interested, please contact us today!

Primary Duties:

• Specialists provide Book Fair Set-Up, Merchandising, Re-Stock, and Take-Down services. These will occur on-site at the Book Fair.
• Strong customer service and interpersonal skills are a must.
• PBC Book Fairs have both rolling cases and Table-Top sections. Set-Up includes case and table layout; linens, risers, and signage displays; unpacking and merchandising all books for sale; arranging each section according to PBC guidelines; and may include giving a tour the Fair and its features to the customer. Must be able to stand and lift up to 40 lb boxes.
• Take-Down services include boxing and packing away all remaining Book Fair materials and preparing them for Pick-Up and transit. Specialists may also need to take down any notes and concerns from customers and relay them to PBC.

Specialists May Also:

• Re-Stocks are provided to Fairs on an as-needed case-by-case basis. Specialists will coordinate with PBC to determine availability and may be responsible for picking up restocks from the PBC warehouse and delivering them to the school.

Job Requirements:

• Experience in customer service and retail merchandising preferred.
• Knowledge of children’s and Young Adult books or love of books is a plus.
• Strong communication skills, both oral and written.
• Reliable and Dependable - can keep a schedule with set appointments.
• Ability to manage a flexible schedule.
• Work hours will vary according to schedule, but availability during school hours is a must.
• Strong organizational skills and detail orientation.
• Business Casual attire and appearance required for on-site work.
• Valid and current driver’s license with good driving record, reliable transportation, and insurance.
• Ability to obtain an Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card (Work takes place on Public School Property; clean background checks are required.)
• Ability to lift/carry up to 50 lbs, and push/pull carts on wheels up to 300 lbs preferred
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Job Type: Seasonal/1099

Schedule: Flexible/as needed; availability during school hours is a must

Team Applications Accepted: One submission per crew; please fill in primary contact information.

 

About Us:

Phoenix Book Company provides a new Book Fair experience to customers around the valley. We are proud to offer Fairs with a high level of customer service that are easy for our customers to plan and run.