Disability Solutions is hiring : Event Lead Rigger, Audio Visual - Gaylord Texan,

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. Act as primary contact for venue's clients during rigging load ins / outs. Perform hands-on rigging as well as the supervision of rigging team members during events. Reports to Rigging Manager / Senior Rigging Manager.

Key Responsibilities

Rigging

• Advance, supervise, and execute event rigging plots as necessary.
• Gather and organize all rigging tools and equipment per event needs.
• Confirm carpet protected as required by local conditions.
• Coordinate and assign rigging related tasks to crew.
• Supervise crew building truss as needed.
• Establish hang-point, connect hoist and attachments to permanent rigging points, connect GAC Flex spanset attachments to truss as per Encore SOPs, 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 safetied to truss.
• Support other trades needing help raising gear through use of motor or lift, and check work for safety.
• Remain on site until all motors have been raised to trim, final safety check has been performed, and client acknowledges completion of rigging.

Equipment Compliance

Client Relations

Safety

Project Management

Staff Development

Maintenance

Job Qualifications

Competencies

Deliver World Class Service

Do The Right Thing

Drive Results

See The Big Picture

Value People

Work Environment

Hotel

Work is performed in a hotel / convention center environment with moderate exposure to outdoor temperatures and to dirt, sand and / or dust. The working conditions will vary between moderately quiet to noisy volumes. Team members will use high-end audio-visual equipment and electrical components and will be exposed to heights via lifts and ladders. Team members may be asked to work in multiple hotel locations. Working times will include irregular hours and on-call status including days, evenings, weekends, and holidays. Team members must adhere to appearance guidelines as defined by Encore based on an individual hotel or a representation of hotels in that city or area.

Hourly Pay Range : $26.73 - $32.75

The compensation offered for this role is determined based on the qualifications outlined in the job posting for the specified location. Final compensation is based on a number of factors including location, travel, relevant work experience, or particular skills and expertise. In addition, some positions may be eligible for other compensation such as potential overtime, bonuses or incentives.

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