Operational Lead

This role is hands-on and active. You’ll be leading our delivery crew while also serving as the primary delivery driver. You’ll be involved in everything from preparing equipment during the week to running smooth, on-time deliveries on the weekends. If you like to work with your hands , are a natural-born leader , and genuinely enjoy working with people, this might be the perfect job for you. Outline Must be 18+ and have a valid driver's license • Location: Orland Park (11535 183rd Pl) • Weekends are mandatory • 20–40 hours per week: more hours in the warmer months, fewer hours in the colder months, guaranteed 20 hours per week minimum • Your primary role will be leading our delivery crew while also being the main delivery driver ( valid driver's license required - we use smaller trucks so regular license is all you need) • A typical weekday includes preparing equipment for upcoming deliveries, making sure everything is clean and ready, trucks are fueled and maintained, and delivery routes are planned • On weekends, you’ll ensure the crew arrives on time, trucks are loaded correctly, and all deliveries are completed on schedule while exceeding customer expectations • You’ll also help hire and train new delivery team members What You’ll Be Responsible For • Leading setup and teardown crews at customer locations • Driving delivery trucks and assisting with loading and unloading equipment • Making sure all equipment is cleaned, dried, inspected, and stored properly • Managing daily delivery schedules and crew assignments • Ensuring trucks are fully prepared before routes begin • Planning out the delivery route using our software • Making sure crews follow safety standards and company procedures • Tracking equipment issues, damage, and missing items • Training and onboarding new team members Supporting hiring and scheduling of staff • Keeping the warehouse organized and ready for upcoming events • Communicating clearly with the admin team and management What We’re Looking For • Reliable, punctual, and accountable • Positive attitude is HUGE • Comfortable leading people while working alongside them • Enjoys physical work and being active • Able to lift and move heavy equipment (50–100 lbs) • Comfortable driving box trucks and small trailers or willing to learn • Strong communication and problem-solving skills • Able to stay organized in a fast-paced environment • Available to work weekends consistently • Must have valid driver's license Why This Role Is Great: • Steady part-time work with opportunity for more hours in busy season • Leadership experience without corporate politics • Real responsibility and ownership • Opportunity to grow into a larger role as the company expands • Work with a tight-knit, hardworking team About us: Bounce My House Party Rentals is the #1 party rental company in Orland Park and surrounding areas! We deliver party rental equipment to birthday parties, schools, churches, corporate events, festivals, and more. We specialize in tent and table/chair rentals as well as inflatable bounce house rentals. We love smiling and making people smile. Our team can often be found laughing and enjoying their roles in our company. Our Core Values • Leadership - Reliable, accountable, takes initiative, and doesn't wait around to be told what to do. We love working with hard working people! • Integrity - Honest and truthful, always. Does the right thing even when no one is watching. • Intelligent - Think critically when you're in a unique/tough situation. • Fun - This is a fun job and we want to work with people who make it fun for their team and their customers. • Employee discount • Paid time off • We DO NOT currently provide medical benefits #J-18808-Ljbffr