Event Security - Austin City Limits Music Festival 2026

Location
Austin
Workplace
On-site
Compensation
$18 – $21

About this role

Job DetailsJob Location: Central Texas - Austin, TX 78744Position Type: Part TimeEducation Level: High SchoolSalary Range: $18.00 - $21.00 HourlyTravel Percentage: NoneJob Shift: AnyJob Category: Customer ServiceGet Paid to Be Part of Austin's Biggest Events

Join the 5 STAR Event Services team and work alongside thousands of fans at Austin City Limits Music Festival, sporting events, concerts, festivals, conventions, and other premier events throughout Central Texas.

If you enjoy working with people, being part of an energetic team, and helping create safe and memorable guest experiences, we'd love to hear from you.

What You'll Do

As an Event Security Officer, you'll play an important role in maintaining a safe, welcoming, and enjoyable environment for guests, clients, and fellow team members.

Responsibilities include

Monitoring entrances, exits, and restricted areas
Conducting bag checks and guest screening procedures
Verifying tickets, credentials, and access permissions
Providing directions and guest assistance
Maintaining clear access routes and crowd flow
Enforcing venue policies and procedures
Reporting suspicious activity, hazards, and incidents
Responding professionally to guest concerns and complaints
Assisting with emergency response and evacuations when necessary
Providing security escorts and support as assigned

What We Offer

✅ Paid Training & Free Level II Security Licensing Assistance

✅ Flexible Scheduling

✅ Part-Time & Event-Based Opportunities

✅ Work ACL, Formula 1, NASCAR, NCAA Events, Concerts & More

✅ Year-Round Event Opportunities

✅ Professional Growth & Development

✅ Fun, Team-Oriented Environment

Minimum Qualifications

At least 18 years of age
High School Diploma or GED equivalent
Reliable transportation and communication methods
Ability to obtain a Texas Non-Commissioned Security Officer License (Level II)

No security license? No problem.

5 STAR provides Level II training and exam preparation at no cost. Applicants must successfully complete all state licensing requirements, including fingerprinting and a background check.

Skills for Success

We're looking for team members who

Have a positive, customer-service-oriented attitude
Maintain a professional appearance and demeanor
Communicate clearly and effectively
Can remain calm in fast-paced environments
Work well independently and as part of a team
Learn quickly and adapt to changing situations
Follow instructions, policies, and procedures consistently

Physical Requirements

Applicants must be able to

Stand and walk for extended periods during event shifts
Frequently bend, stoop, kneel, and move throughout event venues
Lift and carry up to 25 pounds
Effectively communicate with guests, clients, and team members

Work Environment

Event Security Officers regularly work in

Outdoor venues and varying weather conditions
Large crowds and high-traffic environments
Loud concert, sporting event, and festival settings
Fast-paced and dynamic event operations
Evening, weekend, and holiday schedules

Reasonable accommodations are provided when appropriate and available.

Why 5 STAR Event Services?

Since 2000, 5 STAR Event Services has been one of Texas' leading event staffing and security providers. Our team has supported more than 45,000 events across Texas.

Our clients include

Austin City Limits Music Festival

Formula 1, NASCAR, MotoGP

NCAA Athletics

Professional and Minor League Sports

Arenas, Stadiums, Theaters, and Convention Centers

Major Festivals and Community Events

At 5 STAR, we're more than an event staffing company. We're a team that helps create unforgettable experiences for millions of guests every year.

Together Everyone Achieves More.

Apply Today

📧 [email protected]

📞 512-777-0749 Ext. 5

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5 STAR Event Services
DPS License # B09954
Equal Opportunity Employer | Women Owned Business

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Top Benefits

  • Paid training
  • Free level ii security licensing assistance
  • Flexible scheduling
  • Professional growth and development