Flexible, Hands‑On Work for Recent College Graduates Near Stillwater, Minnesota

Backyard weddings • Tent & Equipment Setup • On‑Site Support

Looking for reliable, flexible work while you’re between jobs or searching for your long‑term career role? We regularly hire recent college graduates who want steady income, real responsibility, and resume‑worthy experience — without being stuck in retail.

Our work centers around backyard weddings at our customers private property where we provide tents, tables, chairs and on‑site support to help couples have an incredible day.

Why Recent Grads Work With Us

We understand this season of life. Many of our team members are:

• Between graduation and their first full‑time career role

• Actively interviewing or exploring career options

• Looking for flexible, short‑term or seasonal work

Here, you’ll gain hands‑on experience, work as part of a tight‑knit team, and leave each day knowing you helped create something meaningful.

What you can expect:

• Flexible scheduling, if you need to get away for an appointment for a few hours we will work with you.

• Outdoor, active work — no sitting behind a desk all day

• Organized workdays with clear expectations

• Supportive leadership and team environment

• Professional references for strong performers

• Learn to be excessively great at customer service

The Role Is a Combination of This

🏕️ Event Set up & Tear Down Crew

• Thoughtful and honest communication with our clients

• Set up and take down tents, tables, chairs, and wedding equipment

• Load and unload trucks

• Work outdoors in a team‑based environment

• Follow layouts and timelines for event days

Great for those who enjoy physical work, teamwork, and being outside.

🤝 On‑Site Event Support

• Be present during weddings to support clients, guests, and vendors

• Help with small adjustments, logistics, and problem‑solving

• Represent our company professionally on‑site

• Ensure weddings run smoothly behind the scenes

Perfect for people‑oriented grads who enjoy hospitality and responsibility.

🚚 Truck Driving & Equipment Transport

• Drive company trucks to and from event sites

• Safely transport rental equipment

• Assist with setup and tear down.

• Communicate clearly with the team

Valid driver’s license required. Must be 21+ This role offers responsibility and trust from day one.

Scheduling & Flexibility

We know flexibility matters — especially during a job search.

• Most work is scheduled in advance

• Roles may be part‑time, or seasonal

• We’re understanding of interviews

Some team members work with us for a season, while others stay longer depending on their schedules.

We're a small business so having you for the season would be great! June-October.

What We Look For

You don’t need years of experience. We value:

• Reliability and punctuality

• A positive, can‑do attitude

• Comfort working outdoors and on your feet

• Willingness to learn and help where needed

• Respectful communication with clients and teammates

If you show up, work hard, and care about doing a good job, you’ll fit right in.

What We Offer

• Competitive hourly pay

• Paid training

• Flexible scheduling

• Supportive leadership

• Resume‑worthy experience in events, logistics, and customer service

• A work environment built on teamwork and respect

A Day in the Life

No two days are exactly the same, the locations, equipment booked, weather and logistics mean this is not a typical 9-5 job, but here’s what a typical workday often looks like:

Morning

• Meet at our shop or designated location

• Load tents, tables, chairs, and equipment onto trucks

• Review the day’s layout, timeline, and site details with the team

  
  

On Site

• Travel to a backyard or outdoor event location

• Set up tents, tables, chairs, and event layouts as a team

• Work efficiently while paying attention to details and safety

• Interact professionally with homeowners, couples, and vendors

• Adjust to weather demands and unforeseen delays

  
  

During the Event (Typically two days later)

• Possibly deliver additional equipment

• Set up equipment like chairs, tables, and possibly more

• On site to assist with adjustments, weather changes, or guest needs

• Bussing of reception tables for disposables.

• Support vendors and help keep things running smoothly behind the scenes

• Be a calm, helpful presence so the couple can enjoy their day

  
  

After the Wedding

• Tear down and load equipment

• Touch base with clients and thank them while listening for ideas on how we can improve

• Return items to the shop and prep for the next event

• Head home knowing you helped create a meaningful, once‑in‑a‑lifetime day

You’ll be active, outdoors, and part of a team — with clear direction and support throughout the day.

You Won't be the Same

• This may be an in-between stage of your life but there is an unexpected side effect when working with us

• You will gain lifelong customer service skills, serving people on their most important day.

• You will wear multiple hats and learn self-motivation.

• You will learn about yourself and gain valuable life skills experience.

• You will be on the front lines, experiencing the service/product with our clients.

• It's about the people we serve, how can we support them better, encourage them, educate them, while providing all our rentals.

• You have the opportunity to ask us questions about life, work, purpose, business, marketing, web design, accounting, customer service, freelancing, communications, and more. It's an added bonus you can utilize or not.

• You potential is unknown, we will push it and help you grow!

You’ll be active, outdoors, and part of a team — with clear direction and support throughout the day.

We Have an Idea of What You're going Through

• When I graduated college I remember being so excited to be done! New chapter, freedom, get on with life. I was going to miss my friends and college culture but wanted to make a huge difference.

• The possibilities are endless and where do I start came to mind. Where is the perfect job where I can shine and use my abilities and training from school.

• You soon find out most companies want more experience or offer low paying positions that may not give you the experience you feel is needed to move you forward.

• It's easy to get (Me) focused and loose track on what work is all about. Family friends will be asking so what are your big plans? Frightening a bit right? Just be honest and if they offer any tips make a mental note..because they have experience you can learn for free.

• Experience comes with time. It almost doesn't matter what job you have but time teaches you, and gives you new skills and insights.

• Do you really know yourself or what really gets you excited? Maybe but working in between jobs gives you insights on yourself which is extremely important.

• Working with us helps you build soft skills along with technical skills. The best part is that you can get paid while being able to look for full time work. We care about your development and like we said above the time you have with us will last a lifetime!

Ready to Start the Conversation?

You don’t need a polished resume.

If you’re dependable, enjoy hands‑on work, and want flexible, meaningful employment while you plan your next career move, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply below or reach out to start a conversation.

We regularly hire recent college graduates looking for flexible, in‑between work while pursuing their long‑term careers. tysweddingservices@gmail.com

The tent and equipment you will help set up.

The reason for the day. The Bride and Groom getting married!

They invited the most important people in their lives. We get to serve them as well!

Did we mention on the wedding day it's an all you can eat buffet with treats!