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Event Rental Jobs in Washington (NOW HIRING)

LSE YARD CREWMEMBER

Laurel, MD ยท On-site

$17 - $18/hr

Select Event Group is a highly respected event rental company. Partnering with the regions and nations most successful event professionals, Select is dedicated to building long term relationships ...

Select Event Group is a highly respected event rental company. Partnering with the regions and nations most successful event professionals, Select is dedicated to building long term relationships ...

PROCESSING LINEN CREWMEMBER

Laurel, MD ยท On-site

$15 - $16/hr

Select Event Group is a highly respected event rental company. Partnering with the regions and nations most successful event professionals, Select is dedicated to building long term relationships ...

LSE CREWMEMBER - GENERAL

Laurel, MD ยท On-site

$15 - $17/hr

Select Event Group is a highly respected event rental company. Partnering with the regions and nations most successful event professionals, Select is dedicated to building long term relationships ...

LSE VINYL CREWMEMBER

Laurel, MD ยท On-site

$15 - $17/hr

Select Event Group is a highly respected event rental company. Partnering with the regions and nations most successful event professionals, Select is dedicated to building long term relationships ...

LSE TRANSPORTATION DRIVER

Laurel, MD ยท On-site

$18 - $22/hr

Select Event Group is a highly respected event rental company. Partnering with the regions and nations most successful event professionals, Select is dedicated to building long term relationships ...

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How much do event rental jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for event rental in Washington is $22.65, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.40 and $24.52 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some common challenges faced in an event rental role, and how can they be managed effectively?

Professionals in event rental often encounter challenges such as tight deadlines, last-minute changes from clients, and logistical coordination with venues and vendors. Effective communication, strong organizational skills, and adaptability are essential to managing these situations. Proactively confirming details, maintaining clear schedules, and having contingency plans in place can help ensure smooth event execution. Collaboration with team members and other departments is also key to overcoming unexpected obstacles and delivering a successful event experience.

What are event rental services?

Event rental services provide equipment and supplies needed to host various types of events, such as weddings, parties, corporate gatherings, and festivals. These services typically offer items like tables, chairs, tents, linens, dinnerware, lighting, and audio-visual equipment. Event rental companies help clients select the right items, deliver and set them up at the venue, and often handle breakdown and pickup after the event. Utilizing event rental services can simplify the planning process and ensure that all necessary items are available for a successful event.

What is the difference between Event Rental vs Event Coordinator?

AspectEvent RentalEvent Coordinator
Primary RoleProviding rental equipment and supplies for eventsPlanning, organizing, and managing event details
Required SkillsKnowledge of rental products, customer serviceEvent planning, communication, coordination
Work EnvironmentRental companies, event venuesEvent sites, client meetings
CertificationsNone typically requiredEvent planning certifications (optional)

Event Rental focuses on supplying equipment and supplies for events, while an Event Coordinator manages the overall planning and execution of the event. Both roles are essential in the event industry but serve different functions. Understanding these differences helps clients and professionals choose the right service or career path.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in event rental management, and why are they important?

To succeed in event rental management, you need organizational skills, knowledge of event logistics, and experience in inventory management, often supported by a background in hospitality or event planning. Familiarity with rental management software, scheduling tools, and CRM systems is typically required. Strong customer service, problem-solving abilities, and effective communication help build client relationships and handle on-site challenges. These skills ensure smooth operations, satisfied clients, and the ability to adapt quickly to changing event requirements.
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Infographic showing various Event Rental job openings in Washington as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 80% Full Time, and 20% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $47,113 per year, or $22.7 per hour.
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Select Event Group

Manassas, VA โ€ข On-site

$61K - $92K/yr

Full-time

Posted 4 days ago


Job description

The Event Rental Consultants in our Rentals, Linens and Furnishings Division (RLF) are tasked with cultivating, maintaining and expanding a book of business, providing superior service to existing and new relationships. Event Rental Consultants efforts focus on driving revenue into the company through the conversion of new accounts, retention of existing clients and expanding existing client relationships. The Event Rental Consultant is also expected to keep the client educated, proactively, about the companys policies and any account changes. The Event Rental Consultant is the main point of client contact at all stages of the event.
Working in a team environment, led by a Team Director, the Event Rental Consultant is expected to act as the client advocate and works with internal departments to ensure that client needs are fulfilled while maintaining the company procedural requirements. The Event Rental Consultant assists with client designs, handles client complaints, collects and analyzes event requirements, and improves the overall client experience.
The Event Rental Consultant is a revenue generating role and each Consultant is expected to eagerly participate in revenue generating activities while providing excellent customer service
Expand Opportunities Client Penetration
  • Participates in sales and business development activities at the direction of the Team Directors
  • Is proactive in their own approach to continuously expand upon their book of business
  • Partakes in necessary outreach to potential new customers; not just relying on existing clients to generate revenue
  • Focuses activities on revenue generation through penetrating and expansion of existing accounts/relationships.
  • Supports Team Director with efforts to penetrate new business opportunities
  • Attend one networking opportunity per quarter can be with various networking associations or an industry event put on by our clients
  • Logs activities and provides weekly feedback to Directors
  • Solidifies annual work
  • Contributes to the companys social media efforts on IG, FB and email campaigns

Customer Management
  • Proactively communicates with clients regarding company policies, fees and procedures
  • Receives event needs and instructions via client communication and enters the event information into our industry-based software system
  • Keeps accurate details on all rental contracts, including equipment needs, delivery and pickup details, and contact information to ensure all orders go out the door correctly
  • Receives changes and requests from client and acts on them in a timely manner
  • Meets with clients in design studio to put together equipment needs for various events including weddings, galas, corporate parties, and other social gatherings
  • Follows up with clients on all information received in studio appointments to ensure all details are correct
  • Visit venues to providing better client support
  • Support clients through equipment photos, mood boards, swatch distribution and other tasks as needed
  • Takes initiative to research all clients in assigned book of business regarding their background; includes equipment preferences, venues most often worked at, and their general trend of business with Select
  • Able to confidently answer questions put forth by clients regarding equipment, delivery and pickup logistics, company policies, and other general questions
  • Proactively strengthen relationships by contacting clients to inform them of new policies, send new products, or straightforward engagement in order to build trust and confidence
  • Balances the needs and requests of clients within the parameters that Select can operate by; does not overpromise or commit to anything outside of normal business practices unless it is confirmed by Select that we can fulfill this request
  • Has the ability to confidently offer suggestions to clients for equipment if the initial needs of the client are not able to be met by Select

Book of Business Ownership
  • Actively manages existing book of business
  • Shows YOY growth of existing client business
  • Grows book of business by adding new clients through targeted outreach
  • Tracks current accounts that are growing
  • Reaches out to struggling accounts compared to previous year
  • Reaches out to clients on a regular basis to investigate seasonal needs and activities. This does not include reacting to a request or reaching out about an issue or upcoming event
  • Utilizes CRM software to keep all client communication updated

Collaboration and Teamwork
  • Routinely contributes to the workload surrounding clients in order to alleviate stress of teammates
  • Works quickly and efficiently with Operations to ensure client contracts are closed within two business days of the pickup so final invoices can be sent and event can be finalized
  • Share responsibilities in the office with teammates this includes helping to field calls when necessary, answering the door and greeting clients, maintaining cleanliness of the studio and office, and other duties as needed
  • Reacts to onsite issues and coordinates with Operations to remedy situations this includes during office hours and after hours as the situation requires
  • Contributes to the team and companys ability to stay current with industry trends and products through social media and other research
  • Demonstrates an understanding of, or a willingness to learn, the relationship between sales process and operations working to produce the best end result for the company and our clients
  • Participates in venue visits and key deliveries to better understand the client needs and operational complexities of some sites

General
There are several traits and behaviors that are crucial to the Event Rental Consultants success. These are used in conjunction with the main responsibilities listed above to evaluate performance:
Teamwork Positive and encouraging attitude Forward thinking
Independent reasoning and solutions Ability to multi-task Detail-oriented
Ability to perform under pressure Maintaining composure with clients Time management
Willingness to work after hours Represent ownership of relationship Strong decision-making skills Creative problem solving Passion for design and collaboration Organizational skills
Ability to learn from mistakes Understanding of customer service