Stagehand Arena/Performance Rigger

• Actively participate in the setup and teardown of all rigging, trussing, automation systems, stunt equipment and other applicable gear while directing local crews in the loading and unloading, assembling and disassembling of all associated equipment.
• Responsible for repairing and maintaining all rigging equipment and hardware as directed by supervisors and Best Practice Safety Standards.
• Ensure the safety and security of rigging equipment at all times including but not limited to chain hoist motors, truss, ground support, winch lines, stunt equipment, safety systems and fall protection systems.
•  Responsible for following cues to maintain high standards of quality established for the production’s aesthetics and creative vision.
• Responsible for following the rules, regulations and guidelines as set forth by Feld Entertainment, Inc. Best Practice Guidelines and local regulations as they pertain to the Production.
• Responsible for compliance with all safety and security procedures and for continually seeking to improve efficiency and safety within the rigging department and overall production.
• Responsible for accepting all other duties as assigned by supervisors.

• Associate degree or higher in Technical Theatre and/or 6+ years real world experience in the field of rigging in the arena, movie, or theatre touring industries.
• Ability to calculate figures, proportions and apply concepts of basic algebra, geometry and physics as they relate to load bearing concepts, calculations and forces.
• Ability to solve practical problems and interpret diverse instructions furnished in various forms including verbal, written, blueprints and CAD documents.
• Understands theatrical terms and directions.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety regulations, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals, as well as to write route reports and correspondence.
• Ability to climb and work, focus, adjust and repair at heights in excess of 55ft before, during and after performance and during rigging calls, load ins and load outs.
• Recognized as a proven team player with creative problem solving and strong trouble shooting capabilities.
• Ability and desire to tour year-round.
• Ability to travel to Canada and other international locations.

• Experience in arena, movie, theatre rigging, purchase systems, and ground support trussing.
• Highly skilled in chain motor hoist and stunt equipment operation, repair and maintenance
• Rope, aircraft cable splicing, Nicropress skills
• Knowledge and or experience operating stationery and drum winch motors and automation systems.
• Ability to lift over 75 lbs., stand for 2 hours and operate small hand tools.
• Additional skills in carpentry, welding, metal fabrication and understanding of some electrical principles, formulas and drawings.
• Forklift, Aerial lift operator certification a plus