Stagehand - PT

Stagehand Position

Stagehand work is part time on an as needed basis position. Shifts are offered to employees and employees accept or decline the shift. Employees will perform a multitude of physical tasks to change over the facility – both Broadmoor World Arena and Pikes Peak Center – from event to event. Person assists in the assembly and disassembly of show productions through load in, load out and operating events. Cross training will happen in various departments:
Electrics – set up / operate lighting instruments, anything powered for the event
Sound – assist Head Technician set up/operate all areas of mics, speakers, equipment, etc.
Carpentry – set up staging, trusses, scenery, back drops
Properties – this crew is responsible for set decorations and handheld items used by the actors during the performance
Wardrobe – work with costumes / clothing of the performers. Laundry, ironing, mending, and dressing performers included.
Video – set up video walls / screens and projectors
Backline – Assist with instruments
Pusher – pushes cases to and from loading dock to floor
Truck Loader – Unload and load all of crates from the trucks/buses.
Position will be assigned per event and based on your experience to best ensure a successful event.
Job Responsibilities:
Load and unload crates and equipment from trucks, which can include handling items that weigh up to several hundred pounds.
Assembling production equipment
Construction of set pieces, risers, musical equipment, etc
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with clients, supervisor(s) and co-workers.
Perform other duties as assigned
Requirements, Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:
Ability to frequently lift and/or move at least 50lbs. repeatedly
Capable of following instructions and work closely with others
Ability to maintain a calm, composed presence in an often fast-paced environment where multiple tasks will occur simultaneously
Available to work varying hours to include nights, weekends, and occasionally holidays
Employee is exposed to cold temperatures and elevated noise levels depending on the time of year that the event is occurring
Able to adhere to local and national PPE equipment requirements, up to and including testing and mask mandates
Technically minded/knowledge of show production is a plus
Work Boots preferably steel toed, work gloves, and adjustable wrench