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Entry Level Balloon Fiesta Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Lease Operator

Midland, TX

$26 - $34.25/hr

Employees in the area also get to enjoy the world-renowned Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta ... High school education or equivalent. * Entry level position. No experience necessary. * A current ...

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Employees in the area also get to enjoy the world-renowned Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta ... High school education or equivalent. * Entry level position. No experience necessary. * A current ...

Employees in the area also get to enjoy the world-renowned Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta ... High school education or equivalent. * Entry level position. No experience necessary. * A current ...

Lease Operator

Carlsbad, NM · On-site

$22.25 - $29.50/hr

Employees in the area also get to enjoy the world-renowned Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta ... High school education or equivalent. * Entry level position. No experience necessary. * A current ...

Employees in the area also get to enjoy the world-renowned Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta ... High school education or equivalent. * Entry level position. No experience necessary. * A current ...

Entry Level Balloon Fiesta information

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$12

$16

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How much do entry level balloon fiesta jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for entry level balloon fiesta in the United States is $16.94, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.62 and $18.03 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Entry Level Balloon Fiesta vs Entry Level Event Coordinator?

AspectEntry Level Balloon FiestaEntry Level Event Coordinator
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma; basic knowledge of ballooning and event setupHigh school diploma; organizational and communication skills
Work EnvironmentOutdoor festival settings, involving physical activity and safety protocolsIndoor and outdoor event spaces, coordinating logistics and vendors
Industry UsageSpecialized in hot air balloon events and festivalsBroadly used across various event types and industries

Entry Level Balloon Fiesta roles focus on outdoor festival environments centered around hot air balloon events, requiring safety awareness and basic technical knowledge. In contrast, Entry Level Event Coordinators handle a wider range of events, emphasizing organizational skills and vendor management. Both roles serve as entry points into the event industry but differ in setting and specific responsibilities.

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Infographic showing various Entry Level Balloon Fiesta job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 11% Internship, 11% Full Time, 11% Part Time, 51% Temporary, 11% Contract, and 5% Summer. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $35,227 per year, or $16.9 per hour.

2026 Seasonal/Temporary Departments

City of Albuquerque, NM

Albuquerque, NM • On-site

$12/hr

Part-time

Posted 14 days ago


Job description

Salary: $12.00 Hourly
Location : Albuquerque, NM
Job Type: Part Time
Job Number: 2600760
Department: Summer-Seasonal Departments
Opening Date: 01/27/2026
Closing Date: 1/31/2027 11:59 PM Mountain
Bargaining Unit: OT
Position Summary
Assist in the implementation of various recreation programs; provide assistance and information to program participants and perform related tasks relative to assigned area of responsibility.
Recreation -
Assist in the implementation of various recreation programs; provide assistance and information to program participants and perform related tasks relative to assigned area of responsibilityOffice - Perform a variety of clerical tasks in support of assigned area and assist with basic sorting, filing and/or copying.
Labor - Perform manual labor tasks in support of assigned area and assist in general maintenance of a wide range of City facilities and operations. General maintenance or custodial experience preferred.
Some of these positions are safety sensitive positions and subject to random drug/alcohol testing.
This is an unclassified at-will position.
Job descriptions are intended to present a general list of tasks/duties performed by employees within this job classification. Job Descriptions are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.

Minimum Education, Experience And Additional Requirements
Recreation - Must be at least 16 years old. Applicants 15 years of age may be eligible for the entry level position with a required work permit. Recreation program experience preferred.
Office - Must be at least 16 years old. Applicants 15 years of age may be eligible for the entry level position with a required work permit. Office and/or clerical support experience preferred.
Labor - Must be at least 16 years old. Applicants 15 years of age may be eligible for the entry level position with a required work permit. General maintenance or custodial experience preferred.
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01
Are you at least 16 years of age?
  • Yes
  • No

02
Are you currently a full time student?
  • Yes
  • No

03
Indicate which school you are currently attending.
04
Indicate which quadrant(s) within the City of Albuquerque (NE, NW, SE, SW or All) you would like to work.
  • Northeast
  • Northwest
  • Southeast
  • Southwest
  • ALL

05
Do you prefer to work in a tennis-related position?
  • Yes
  • No

06
Do you have high school tennis experience or equivalent?
  • Yes
  • No

07
Do you prefer to work in an office environment?
  • Yes
  • No

08
How many seasons of office and/or clerical support experience do you possess? (A season is considered up to 4 months of employment)
  • No experience
  • Less than 1 season
  • 1 season to less than 2 seasons
  • 2 seasons to less than 3 seasons
  • 3 seasons to less than 4 seasons
  • More than 4 seasons

09
Do you prefer to work in the Job Mentor Program?
  • Yes
  • No

10
Do you prefer to work in therapeutic recreation; which involves working with participants with and without special needs in a fully inclusive setting?
  • Yes
  • No

11
Do you prefer to work in Outdoor Recreation?
  • Yes
  • No

12
How many seasons of recreation program experience do you possess? (A season is considered up to 4 months of employment)
  • No experience
  • Less than 1 season
  • 1 season to less than 2 seasons
  • 2 seasons to less than 3 seasons
  • 3 seasons to less than 4 seasons
  • More than 4 seasons

13
Do you prefer to work at the Golf & Event Center at Balloon Fiesta Park?
  • Yes
  • No

14
How many seasons of general maintenance or custodial experience do you possess? (A season is considered up to 4 months of employment)
  • No experience
  • Less than 1 season
  • 1 season to less than 2 seasons
  • 2 seasons to less than 3 seasons
  • 3 seasons to less than 4 seasons
  • More than 4 seasons

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