Encore is hiring: Event Rigger, Audio Visual (Part-Time) - Chicago, IL in Elmhur

Overview

Event Rigger, Audio Visual (Part-Time) - Chicago, IL

Position Overview: Responsible for performing rigging activities in a hospitality or convention center environment while upholding safety and quality standards per all trade, Encore/property guidelines and SOPs. Reports to Lead Rigger or Rigging Coordinator.

Key Job Responsibilities

• Rigging: Gather and organize all rigging tools and equipment per event needs; confirm carpet protection as required by local conditions; provide ground rigging support to teams building points from lifts by staging motors and equipment under rig points, handing up motor chain, tools and equipment and spotting lift movements; establish hang-points, connect hoist and attachments to permanent rigging points, connect GAC Flex spanset attachments to truss, connect/run and dress motor cables, run cable picks, ensure safety of scenic elements to hang-points and proper use of all truss protection equipment, inspect all cabling tie-offs; check that all truss bolts are tight and pieces of flown equipment are safely tied to truss; support other trades needing help raising gear; remain on site until all motors have been raised to trim.
• Safety: Observe and maintain all safety concerns during an event, escalate observations of personnel acting unsafely; ensure the power phasing of motor controller is appropriate to prevent limit switches from being defeated; verify all elements are securely fastened and checked for safety; secure and maintain proper lift and/or Working at Height certifications as necessary; follow all manufacturer recommendations and local conditions when using personnel lifts; riggers must be qualified prior to making any temporary rigging points.
• Project Management: Secure and review advanced rigging plan and execute through Rigging Coordinator/Lead Rigger or other leadership supervision; identify possible rigging obstacles and recommend solutions; assist other technical trades with coordination efforts to execute show plot in harmony with all floor activity.
• Maintenance: Provide ongoing visual inspection of all hardware in use including truss, motors, lighting, sound, projection, and personnel lifts; escalate any problems with hardware and recommend solutions to resolve issues to supervisor.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 500+ hours of onsite rigging experience
• Qualified-Basic Rigging certification
• Lift Certification
• Lift operation experience
• Ground Rigging experience
• High rigging with harness experience
• Previous experience supervising a rigging team preferred

Competencies

• Deliver World Class Service: Hospitality, Ownership
• Do The Right Thing: Demonstrates Self-Awareness
• Drive Results: Ensures Accountability
• See The Big Picture: Decision Quality, Manages Complexity
• Value People: Collaborates

For more information on our Competency Group, refer to the Competency Based Talent Management page on Encore Connect.

Physical Requirements

Team members must be able to meet the physical demands outlined below to successfully perform the essential job functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Sitting: 1-2 hours per day
• Standing: 2-3 hours per day
• Walking: 3-4 hours per day
• Stooping: 0-1 hours per day
• Crawling: 0-1 hours per day
• Kneeling: 0-1 hours per day
• Bending: 1-2 hours per day
• Reaching (above your head): 1-2 hours per day
• Climbing: 2-3 hours per day
• Grasping: 1-2 hours per day

Lifting 0 - 15 lbs*: Frequently; 16 – 50 lbs*: Frequently; 51 - 100 lbs: Occasionally; Over 100 lbs: Occasionally

Carrying 0 - 15 lbs*: Frequently; 16 – 50 lbs*: Frequently; 51 - 100 lbs: Occasionally; Over 100 lbs: Occasionally

Auditory/Visual Requirements: Close Vision, Distance Vision, Color Vision, Depth Perception; Peripheral Vision: Occasionally; Hearing: Continuously

Pushing/Pulling 0 - 15 lbs*: Frequently; 16 – 50 lbs*: Frequently; 51 - 100 lbs*: Occasionally; Over 100 lbs: Occasionally

Note: Measurements with asterisk indicate activities performed without assistance. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work Environment

Hotel/convention center environment with varying noise levels. Team members will use high-end audio-visual equipment and electrical components and may work at heights via lifts and ladders. Irregular hours, on-call status including days, evenings, weekends and holidays. Appearance guidelines may apply per Encore and location.

Hourly Pay Range: $26.73 - $32.75

The compensation offered is determined based on qualifications, location, travel, relevant experience, or skills. Some positions may be eligible for overtime, bonuses or incentives.

Encore is committed to providing benefits options for our employees and families.

We pride ourselves on cultivating a welcoming culture where every individual is celebrated for their unique strengths and differences.