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Temporary Equipment Operator

Elsmere, KY · On-site

$15.25 - $17.25/hr

Located on Garvey Ave in Elsmere, KY, we have established ourselves as one of the largest online Halloween costume companies in the world and therefore need a ton of help this fall! In fact, we're ...

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How much do halloween temporary jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 18, 2026, the average hourly pay for halloween temporary in the United States is $20.95, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.31 and $22.12 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Halloween temporary?

A Halloween Temporary job is a short-term, seasonal position typically offered by retail stores, haunted houses, or event venues during the Halloween season. These roles can include customer service, cashiering, stocking merchandise, costume sales, makeup artistry, or scare acting. The job usually lasts from late September through early November, depending on the employer's needs. It is ideal for those looking for extra income or experience in a fun, festive environment.

What does a typical shift look like for a Halloween temporary employee?

As a Halloween Temporary, your typical shift may involve assisting customers with costume selections, restocking merchandise, running the cash register, and helping maintain a clean and organized store environment. Shifts often vary in length and may include evenings and weekends to accommodate increased traffic during the holiday season. You’ll regularly collaborate with other team members to ensure customers receive prompt and helpful service. This role provides a dynamic, team-focused work setting, perfect for those who enjoy a busy and festive retail atmosphere.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Halloween temporary position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Halloween Temporary, you need strong customer service skills, the ability to handle retail transactions, and a willingness to work flexible or extended hours during the holiday season. Familiarity with point-of-sale (POS) systems, inventory management tools, or basic merchandising practices is often required. A positive attitude, reliability, and the ability to work well in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment will help you stand out. These skills and qualities are essential to providing excellent customer experiences and supporting busy operations during the peak Halloween sales period.

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Infographic showing various Halloween Temporary job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Temporary. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $43,581 per year, or $21 per hour.

Temporary Field Service Animatronic Technician (South Belt Ellington - Westchase)

Spencer's and Spirit Halloween

Houston, TX • On-site

$22/hr

Temporary

Posted 25 days ago


Spencer's rating

5.4

Company rating: 5.4 out of 10

Based on 204 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

74th of 104 rated fashion retailers


Job description

We are authentic, professional providers of fun, focused on building a Great Place To Work For All by staying true to our mission: “Life’s a Party, We’re Makin’ It Fun!” and “So Much Fun It’s Scary!”

At Spencer’s and Spirit, we do the right thing always-integrity, fairness, respect, and transparency are our foundation. You will find our culture to be inclusive, passionate, resilient, and one that values differences and embraces all.

One Team / One Goal

We are leaders and owners of our business success. Whether it’s developing new and exclusive costumes, quality testing products, or implementing technology solutions, our teams understand the value of working collaboratively to embrace change through innovation, curiosity, and thoughtfulness.


The Field Service Animatronic Technician leverages engineering expertise and animatronics knowledge to inspect, maintain, and repair ISE animatronic displays and accessories across multiple store locations. This role ensures visual and operational standards are upheld to enhance the guest experience and drive sales. Technicians will collaborate with store teams and managers to troubleshoot animatronic and other store operations issues and conduct timely repairs to minimize damage discard rates.

  • Travel to assigned store locations for scheduled maintenance and urgent repairs.
  • Inspect, diagnose, and repair animatronic displays to meet company merchandise standards and guidelines, ensuring compliance
  • Perform preventive maintenance to minimize downtime and extend equipment lifespan.
  • Provide on-site and remote troubleshooting support to store teams, ensuring prompt responses to service requests.
  • Conduct in-store repairs on guest animatronic returns and coordinate with the Zombie Tech Squad for parts.
  • Maintain accurate service logs, repair documentation, and inventory records, including before-and-after photos of ISE and animatronic placements.
  • Submit expense reports using expense application.
  • Use of excel and file organization to track and maintain completed work and outstanding issues.
  • Collaborate with the Territory Support Manager, Zone Managers, District Managers, and Store Teams to address merchandising challenges and support operational goals
  • Assess and improve visual merchandising presentations, providing feedback to the Zombie Tech Team and Store Experience Team.
  • Participate actively in daily and weekly team calls.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

  • High School Diploma or GED required; 4-year college degree preferred
  • 1+ year of experience with Spirit Halloween preferred
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office to include Word, Publisher, and Excel
  • Ability to travel extensively
  • Self-starter with excellent communication skills
  • Detail-oriented with proven ability to understand and interpret visual presentation directions
  • Mechanical/engineering experience to handle repairs in a timely fashion
  • Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment

The pay range reflects the potential rate for this role. Individual base pay is determined by various factors such as relevant experience and skills, and the scope and responsibilities of the position.


$22.00 per hour

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