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Exhibit Installer Helper Jobs in the USA

This page explains the Exhibit Installer Helper role category in the United States for international candidates. Exhibit installation is schedule-driven: load-in, build, and teardown happen inside strict venue windows. Exact terms (location, schedule, start date, accommodation, and compensation) depend on the hiring employer and seasonality. CV is required for review.

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Sector: Events & Exhibitions Typical route: H-2B Work type: Temporary Last updated: January 1, 2026

Gross pay benchmarks (USD) + how H-2B wages work

Exhibit Installer Helper pay is driven by the employer, local market, show schedule intensity, and the exact task mix (materials handling vs. assembly support). The figures below are gross benchmarks for similar entry-level installation/material-handling scopes (not guarantees).

Benchmark scope Why it’s relevant Gross benchmark
Carpenter Helper-style work Similar “helper + basic install + safe tools” level Median: $20.00/hr
Reference range: $15.16–$25.18/hr (role-dependent).
Materials handling scope Moving, staging, loading, packing, and dock workflow Median: $37,680/yr
Annual pay varies with overtime and show cycles.
H-2B wage rule (summary) For H-2B roles, wages must meet legal minimums Highest of prevailing wage or min wage
Exact offered wage depends on the area and occupation.
Overtime (general): when a project pushes deadlines, shifts can extend. Overtime eligibility depends on employer policy and role classification. Time-and-a-half after 40 hours/week is a common baseline for covered, non-exempt hourly roles.

Work conditions at a glance

  • Venues: convention centers, hotels, arenas, event halls; strict dock and safety-lane rules.
  • Schedule: load-in/load-out windows can include early mornings, nights, and weekends.
  • Work style: fast, organized, careful handling; damage prevention is part of performance.
  • Safety: lifting technique, cart control, ladder/tool rules, and keeping walkways clear.
Tip: If you can safely use a drill/driver and stay organized under pressure, you are highly valuable to install teams.

Short candidate portrait (who fits best)

You fit Exhibit Installer Helper roles if you are reliable, physically ready, and careful with tools and materials. Employers value helpers who keep the build smooth: on time, organized, and safe—especially during load-out when speed pressure is highest.

  • Consistent punctuality and attendance
  • Safe lifting and steady materials handling
  • Basic hand/power tool comfort (advantage)
  • Ability to follow instructions precisely
  • Clean, organized work habits
  • Team communication and calm under pressure
  • Willingness for nights/weekends (role-dependent)
  • Respect for venue rules and supervisors

Fast CV checklist (English)

  • Target title: Exhibit Installer Helper / Trade Show Setup Helper
  • Experience: event setup, warehouse, installation support, packing/labeling
  • Tools: hand tools, drill/driver (only if true)
  • Strengths: reliability, safe lifting, organization, teamwork
  • Availability: night/weekend windows (if possible)
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What exhibit installation really looks like

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Detailed requirements (what employers typically expect)

Core requirements

  • CV in English (mandatory for review).
  • Ability to work in a physically active role (standing, carrying, pushing carts).
  • Strict compliance with venue rules, safety lanes, and supervisor instructions.
  • Teamwork: predictable support for installers, no conflict behavior.
  • Basic organizational skills: labeling, staging parts, and keeping hardware sorted.

Skills that increase your selection chances

  • Safe hand/power tool use (hand tools, drill/driver) under supervision.
  • Basic measuring/alignment support (tape measure, level) (role-dependent).
  • Careful packing technique: wrap, protect edges, prevent scratches/dents.
  • Experience with warehouse flow: pallets, carts, wrapping, labeling.

Common site filters (role-dependent)

  • Orientation: many venues require safety briefings and badge procedures.
  • Schedule flexibility: ability to accept late/early calls during show windows.
  • Conduct standards: respectful behavior in public venues.
  • Proof of reliability: stable work history and reachable references are a plus.
  • Testing/screening: may apply depending on employer and venue policy.
Reality check: helpers are selected for reliability and safety first. Tool skill helps—but only when it is controlled, careful, and compliant.

Working conditions in the USA (current, practical)

Schedule patterns in exhibits

  • Load-in: fast material movement and booth build inside a fixed venue window.
  • Show days: lighter support or standby depending on employer scope.
  • Load-out: teardown and pack-out often occurs under time pressure.
  • Nights/weekends: common during installs and teardowns (role-dependent).

Payroll and pay clarity (general)

  • Pay is typically issued through payroll with pay stubs and standard deductions.
  • Overtime can occur when venue windows extend; eligibility depends on employer policy and role status.
  • For H-2B roles, the offered wage must meet legal wage rules (prevailing/min wage comparison).

Safety and venue rules you must follow

  • Keep walkways and emergency lanes clear; control carts and loads.
  • Use correct lifting technique; do not rush with heavy or awkward parts.
  • Follow ladder/tool rules and supervisor instructions; no shortcuts.
  • Protect finished surfaces; prevent damage claims during pack-out.
  • Leave the booth area clean: packaging removal and safe stacking.
Tip: If you are organized during pack-out (labels, wrapping, sorted hardware), you become “must-have” for future calls.
Visa & authorization disclaimer: Any U.S. work authorization path (e.g., H-2A, H-2B, EB-3) depends on the hiring employer, eligibility and official procedures. This page is informational and not legal advice.

Typical tasks (role-dependent)

  • Unload materials and stage components
  • Assist assembly and keep work zone clean
  • Support teardown and packing
  • Follow venue rules and supervisor instructions

Helper toolkit (what employers often like)

  • Safe lifting habits and steady pace
  • Basic tape measure familiarity
  • Hand tool comfort (if true)
  • Drill/driver familiarity (if true)
  • Labeling and sorting discipline
  • Careful wrapping and edge protection
  • Clean work habits (no debris)
  • Clear communication and listening
Employers remember helpers who reduce mistakes and damage—especially at the end of a long install.

Minimum requirements (summary)

  • CV in English (required for review)
  • Physical readiness for materials handling and setup work
  • Ability to follow safety instructions and venue/site rules
  • Availability for show windows (role-dependent)
Note: additional requirements may apply by state, employer and venue policy.

Next steps

  1. Create/upload your CV and keep contact details up to date.
  2. After CV review, we confirm role fit and available projects.
  3. If shortlisted, you proceed to employer interview and documentation steps.
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What makes a strong application

  • Specific experience: event setup, warehouse, install assistance, packing
  • Tool familiarity (only if real) + safety-first attitude
  • Schedule flexibility during installs/teardowns
  • Clean work habits and careful handling (damage prevention)
If your CV is generic, you may be filtered out even if you are motivated.

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Visa & authorization disclaimer: Any U.S. work authorization path (e.g., H-2A, H-2B, EB-3) depends on the hiring employer, eligibility and official procedures. This page is informational and not legal advice.