AV & Production Rental Shop Staffing in San Diego
Reliable shop hands to prep, pack, and process high-value AV and production equipment. Scale your warehouse operations effortlessly during the busy season.
Keep Your Production Gear Moving Without Bottlenecks
The Challenge of Fast Turnarounds in Rental Shops
Audio Visual (AV) and production rental houses rely heavily on speed, precision, and accuracy. When large corporate shows or music festivals return to the dock on a Monday morning, thousands of pieces of gear need to be scanned, cleaned, coiled, and put away immediately so the inventory is ready for the next dispatch. Without enough hands on deck, the entire operation grinds to a halt.
Hands On Labor provides the skilled warehouse personnel experienced with the unique nuances of production equipment. Unlike generic warehouse staffing, we provide personnel who understand how to properly handle road cases, wrap sensitive cables without breaking internal wires, and respect the fragility of high-value gear like LED walls and lighting fixtures.
“A clean, organized, and efficient shop is the backbone of a successful production company. We supply the dedicated manpower to keep your operation flawless.”
Why Choose Hands On Labor for Your AV Shop?
We handle the HR, payroll, screening, and insurance, so you can focus entirely on servicing your clients and maintaining your gear.
Industry-Trained Professionals
Our workers know standard AV shop practices, including proper over-under cable wrapping and safe road case maneuvering.
Scalable Warehouse Teams
Scale up your labor force effortlessly during the peak summer festival season and scale down during the slower winter months.
Zero Employer Liability
Our crew members are W-2 employees of Hands On Labor, carrying full workers' compensation and $5M general liability coverage.
Specialized AV Warehouse Roles We Staff
From prepping orders to processing returns, we supply vetted labor for every critical stage of your production rental process.
Gear Preppers & Quality Checkers
Detail-oriented hands responsible for pulling, checking, and organizing AV gear for outbound orders, ensuring every case is packed correctly and safely.
- Accurate Order Pulling
- Equipment Inspection
- Road Case Packing
- Inventory Check Support
Cable Wranglers & Coilers
Fast and efficient crews that know the industry-standard ways to properly over-under cables without causing internal damage, prolonging the life of your inventory.
- Over-Under Wrapping
- Sorting by Length/Type
- Looming Cables
- Cleaning & Inspection
Returns Processing & De-Prepping
Speed up the turnaround time of returned gear from massive weekend events or multi-city tours so inventory is immediately available for the next client.
- Unpacking Cases
- De-prepping Gear
- Basic Testing Support
- Restocking Shelves
Dock Loaders & Truck Logistics
Safe, physically capable loading and unloading of heavy road cases from semi-trucks and box trucks to prevent devastating gear damage at the dock.
- Truck Pack Optimization
- Ramp & Liftgate Safety
- Strap & Secure
- Pallet Jack Operation
AV Sectors & Industries We Serve
We support the most prominent production companies, staging providers, and AV rental houses located throughout San Diego County.
Hands On Labor, Inc.
Call: 619-814-5578
Rental Facilities We Staff
Key Industrial Corridors
Frequently Asked Questions About AV Shop Staffing
Are your shop hands trained in properly wrapping AV cables?
How quickly can I get additional labor for post-weekend gear returns?
Do you provide temporary workers or long-term warehouse staff?
Do you offer liability protection for handling high-value gear?
Need Shop Hands Today?
Contact our warehouse staffing desk. We will assess your shop's needs, match the ideal crew, and have personnel deployed on your schedule to ensure your operations never miss a beat.