White Water Festival
June 18 - 21, 2026
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FESTIVAL JOBS
FIBark Production Assistant / Event Crew
Join the FIBArk Production Crew!
Be part of the magic behind FIBArk, America’s oldest and boldest whitewater festival in beautiful Salida, Colorado! Each June, we celebrate thrilling river races, live music, and community spirit — and we need you to help make it happen.
We’re hiring Production Assistants / Event Crew to support all aspects of the festival. As a crew member, you’ll assist with setup and breakdown of event spaces, help with staging and signage, support vendors, manage crowd flow, and keep operations running smoothly across the event footprint.
This is a physical, outdoor role — you’ll be lifting up to 50 lbs, standing and walking for extended periods, and working in varying weather conditions. Festival environments can be fast-paced and high-energy, so we’re looking for people who are dependable, adaptable, strong problem-solvers, and bring a calm, can-do attitude.
Details:
Dates: June 15–21, 2026
Location: Salida, Colorado (Riverside Park and surrounding areas)
Rate: $1,500 (Contract)
Equipment Provided: Crew shirt (required for all shifts), reflective vest, radio, food vouchers, and water
Age Requirement: 21+
Background Check Required
Preferred (but not required):
Previous event or production experience
TIPs certification (required for some roles)
Additional Requirements:
Frequently lift and move items up to 50 lbs (barricades, tents, fencing, etc.)
Perform repetitive physical tasks
Stand and walk for long periods
Work comfortably outdoors in varying conditions
Follow and communicate safety procedures
Ready to apply? Send a cover letter and resume to fibark.colorado@gmail.com!
FIBArk Event Crew Lead
Join the FIBArk Production Crew!
Position Title: Event Crew Lead
Event: FIBArk Whitewater Festival
Location: Salida, Colorado (Riverside Park & surrounding areas)
Dates: Monday, June 15 – Monday, June 22, 2026
Compensation: $2,500 (Contract)
Employment Type: Temporary / Contract
Age Requirement: 21+
Background Check: Required
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Position Overview
The Event Crew Lead plays a critical role in the successful execution of FIBArk by overseeing daily on-site operations and managing a team of 8–10 crew members. This leadership position is responsible for coordinating setup, active event operations, and breakdown while ensuring a safe, efficient, and well-organized environment across all festival areas.
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This is a hands-on role requiring strong leadership, clear communication, and the ability to problem-solve in a fast-paced, outdoor festival setting.
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Key Responsibilities
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Lead, supervise, and support a team of 8–10 event crew members
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Coordinate daily setup, operations, and breakdown of event infrastructure
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Delegate tasks and manage crew workflow to ensure efficiency and timelines are met
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Serve as a primary point of contact between crew and event leadership
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Monitor and enforce safety protocols and procedures
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Troubleshoot operational issues in real time and adapt to changing needs
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Support event needs including staging, signage, crowd management, and vendor coordination
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Maintain clear and consistent communication via radio and in-person direction
Qualifications
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Previous experience in event production, logistics, or crew leadership preferred
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Strong leadership and team management skills
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Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities
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Ability to remain calm and effective in high-pressure environments
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Experience working in outdoor or large-scale event settings is a plus
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TIPs certification is a plus (required for some roles)
Physical Requirements
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Ability to lift and move up to 50 lbs (barricades, tents, fencing, etc.)
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Capable of performing repetitive physical tasks
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Comfortable standing and walking for extended periods
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Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions
Additional Requirements
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Must be reliable, punctual, and highly organized
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Ability to follow and communicate safety procedures clearly
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Willingness to work long, active days as needed during the event
Equipment Provided
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Crew shirt (required for all shifts)
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Reflective vest
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Radio
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Food vouchers and water
About FIBArk
FIBArk is America’s oldest whitewater festival, bringing together river sports, live music, and community celebration in the heart of Salida, Colorado. The Event Crew Lead is essential in delivering a safe, seamless, and high-energy experience for participants and attendees alike.
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Ready to apply? Send a cover letter and resume to fibark.colorado@gmail.com!