Associate Event Rigger, Audio Visual, Full Time - Tampa Convention Center
About The Position
The Associate Rigger performs rigging activities in a hospitality or convention center environment while upholding safety and quality standards and following trade, Encore/property guidelines, and standard operating procedures. The role reports to the Rigging Manager and supports event rigging, including preparing equipment, assisting teams building points from lifts, establishing hang-points, connecting and running rigging components and motor cables, and completing final safety checks. The Associate Rigger also monitors equipment and rigging hardware, follows applicable safety procedures, and escalates hardware problems to a supervisor. Work takes place in a hotel or convention center, with moderate exposure to outdoor temperatures, dirt, sand, and/or dust. Conditions range from moderately quiet to noisy. The position involves use of high-end audio-visual equipment and electrical components, and exposure to heights using lifts and ladders. Team members may work at multiple hotel locations and must follow applicable appearance guidelines. Working times include irregular hours and on-call status, including days, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Requirements
- 0–1 years of exposure to rigging and technical production.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Successful completion of Rigging 300, a one-day in-person class.
- Lift certification.
- Ability to work comfortably at heights exceeding 15 feet.
Responsibilities
- Gather and organize rigging tools and equipment according to event needs.
- Provide ground rigging support by staging motors and equipment under rig points, handing up motor chain, tools, and equipment, and spotting lift movements.
- Establish hang-points and connect hoists and attachments to permanent rigging points.
- Connect GAC Flex spanset attachments to truss; run and dress motor cables; and run cable picks.
- Ensure scenic elements are safely attached to hang-points, use truss protection equipment properly, and inspect cable tie-offs.
- Perform final safety checks and verify all elements are securely fastened and checked for safety.
- Follow manufacturer recommendations and local conditions when using personnel lifts.
- Learn and implement Encore Rigging and Safety SOPs.
- Conduct ongoing visual inspections of hardware in use, including truss, motors, lighting, sound, projection, and personnel lifts.
- Escalate hardware problems to a supervisor.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
