Event Crew

Rhino Staging LLC•Alexandria, VA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

If you have a strong work ethic, a "can-do" attitude and want to play a role in setting the stage for some of the most successful events in our industry, we have a great opportunity for you! We're hiring General & Skilled Stagehands to support concert tours, festivals, and corporate events throughout the DMV area. We work with some of the biggest production companies in the business and provide labor to venues including Capital One Hall, The Theatre @ MGM National Harbor, Eagle Bank Arena and various hotels in & around DC. Rhino Staging was founded in 1991 with a simple philosophy of doing things right and treating people well. This recipe for success has enabled us to become the leading provider of the safest, most proficient, professional stage crews for live events nationwide. We’ve pioneered many positive changes in the entertainment industry over the years and will continue to do so through our commitment to integrity, safety and professional development.

Requirements

Ability to push, pull and lift at least 50 lbs. as required for equipment handling.
Ability to consistently walk, stand, bend, stoop & twist as required for on-site tasks.
Reliable source of transportation to get to and from event sites in a timely manner.
Must understand general industry terms and fundamental principles.
Must be willing to work varying stagehand level roles.
Must be willing to work indoors or outdoors under varying weather conditions.
Must be able to communicate effectively in English to ensure the safe execution of tasks and coordination with crew and clients.
Must pass a pre-employment drug screen and criminal background check.
Must be 18 years of age or older.
High School diploma or equivalent.
Ability to perform essential communication functions, with or without reasonable accommodation, using any effective method applicable to the task.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in a similar role is a plus.
Applicants with open availability are preferred.

Responsibilities

Support concert tours, festivals, and corporate events.
Provide labor to venues including Capital One Hall, The Theatre @ MGM National Harbor, Eagle Bank Arena and various hotels in & around DC.
Work cohesively with teammates and supervisors.
Wear appropriate attire and footwear for concert / corporate events as outlined in Rhino policies.
Communicate effectively in English to ensure the safe execution of tasks and coordination with crew and clients.
Receive, understand, and respond to safety-critical instructions in dynamic, high-risk environments.
Communicate effectively with supervisors and coworkers while working around heavy equipment, elevated structures, rigging, and rapidly changing conditions.