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 in accordance with trade, Encore/property guidelines, and standard operating procedures. This position reports to the Rigging Manager. The role provides rigging and ground support for event teams, including preparing tools and equipment, assisting with rigging points and lifts, connecting hoists and attachments, managing motor and cable runs, and checking the safety of rigging hardware and suspended scenic elements. The Associate Rigger also performs ongoing visual inspections and final safety checks, follows lift and rigging safety procedures, and escalates hardware issues to a supervisor. Work takes place in a hotel or convention center, with possible work at multiple hotel locations. Conditions may include moderate exposure to outdoor temperatures, dirt, sand, or dust; noise levels from moderately quiet to noisy; use of high-end audiovisual equipment and electrical components; and working at heights using lifts and ladders. Schedules include irregular hours and on-call status, including days, evenings, weekends, and holidays. Team members must follow applicable appearance guidelines.
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.
- Ability to meet the stated physical demands of the role, with reasonable accommodations where applicable.
- Availability for irregular hours and on-call status, including days, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Responsibilities
- Gather and organize rigging tools and equipment according to event needs.
- Provide ground rigging support by staging motors and equipment under rigging 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; run cable picks; verify scenic elements are safely attached to hang-points and truss protection equipment is used properly; and inspect cabling tie-offs.
- Perform final safety checks.
- Verify that 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.
- Visually inspect hardware in use, including truss, motors, lighting, sound, projection, and personnel lifts.
- Escalate hardware problems to a supervisor.
- Adhere to Encore appearance guidelines based on the individual hotel or representation of hotels in the area.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
