Stagehand - General

Job Description

THE JOB

US Concerts is seeking is seeking a Stagehand who will be responsible for ensuring the success of show and event productions by performing the technical aspects related to the show(s) production

WHAT THIS ROLE WILL DO:

Principle Responsibilities/Position Purpose:

Stagehand: The Stagehand responsibilities include, but are not limited to: assisting in general labor, such as load-in, set-up, strike and load-out. The main role of the Stagehand is to assist with laborious tasks such as case pushing, cable runs, scaffold building, truck loading and heavy lifting of various pieces of equipment.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Average Percent of time

100% Construct, assemble, operate, and strike production equipment, including using the appropriate hand and power tools.

SUPPORTIVE FUNCTIONS

In addition to performance of the essential functions, this position may be required to perform a combination of the following supportive functions, with the percentage of time performing each function to be solely determined by the supervisor based upon the particular requirements of the company.
• Full knowledge of building and equipment limitations.
• Constant awareness of one's environment ensuring the highest level of safety, including potential dangers from above.
• Attend mandatory meetings.
• Maintain workplace, project and site safety at all times.
• Keep work area clean and organized.
• Inform supervisor of any deficiencies or equipment malfunctions.
• Assist pushing all equipment during load ins&outs to and from trucks
• Complete other duties as assigned by supervisor.
• Responsible for securing required passes and tickets and prepares guest lists under the direction of the stage Manager
• Cabling; assist audio & lighting crew as directed
• Band Set changes
• Ensure that members of the Band(s) have required items needed to perform the show(s).
• Responsible for communicating the details of the evening's event to production crew
• Responsible for hanging show banners, updating marquees and other signage in the venue
• Responsible for coordinating the food trays for the band back of house
• Assist lighting & Audio crew as directed by Stage Manager or PM; Spotlight operation if required
• Maintenance and Repair of Sound, Light and Stage Equipment
• May assist the Stage Manager with show passes
• Maintain and secure House Backline, and supplies
• Maintain curtains, drapes, risers and other staging items
• Assist audio crew with stands, microphones, cables, etc.
• Assist lighting crew with fixtures, lambs, gels, cabling, etc.
• Operate and care for stage areas in a safe, clean manner
• Assist with any Special Events operations
• Ensure stage trash is taken out; stage swept or set up for next show when possible

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Frequency Key:

Never 0 hours

Rare up to 1 hour
Occasional 1-3 hours

Frequent 3-6 hours

Constant 6-8 hours

Physical Activity

Sitting - Occasional

Walking - Frequent

Climbing stairs - Occasional

Crouching/Bending/Stooping - Constant

Reaching - Constant

Grasping - Constant

Pushing/Pulling up to 150lbs - Constant

Hearing - Constant

Talking - Frequent

Smell - Never

Taste - Never

Lifting/Carrying up to 75 lbs - Constant

Travel - Never

Standing - Constant

Near Vision - Frequent

Far Vision - Occasional
OTHER DUTIES

Demonstrate working knowledge of the service standards.

Regular attendance in conformance with the standards, which may be established by Live Nation from time to time, is essential to the successful performance of this position.

Due to the cyclical nature of the entertainment/special events industry, employees may be required to work varying schedules to reflect the business needs of Live Nation.

SAFETY REQUIREMENTS

Team members will be trained in the proper use and care of assigned Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). It is your responsibility to report defective, damaged or lost PPE, or equipment that does not fit properly, to your Manager.
ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS

Positions directly reporting to this position (titles):

Steward, Department Heads and Crew Chief

SPECIFIC JOB KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

The individual must possess the following knowledge, skills and abilities and be able to explain and demonstrate that he or she can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to lift and carry 75 lbs.
• Ability to push/pull up to 150 lbs.
• Ability to take direction and follow through.
• Ability to:
• Understand basic math
• Understand basic audio, video and lighting elements
• Understand basic physics (i.e. forces applied)
• Understand the limitations of buildings
• Understand written and verbal directions and communicate effectively with others
• Proficiently communicate in English
• Operate vehicles in the performance of daily activities in a safe and proper manner.
• Work varied shifts to include weekends and holidays
• Must have ability to work indoors and outdoors, be exposed to environmental conditions including extreme heat and cold, dust, dirt, and extreme noise.

QUALIFICATION STANDARDS

EXPERIENCE
One plus (1+) year experience as a stagehand in the entertainment/special events field with experience setting up and tearing down shows.

LICENSES OR CERTIFICATES

Lift certification as needed

GROOMING

All team members must maintain a neat, clean and well-groomed appearance (specific standards available).

HOURLY WAGE: $24.00

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-rz8ov7-3-149-251-155-42 in your application.