House Head - Red Rocks/Coliseum

ASM Global•Denver, CO

4d•$23 - $33

About The Position

The House Head is a skilled labor position responsible for overseeing, setting up, maintaining, and operating the facility and sound-related equipment while following safe industry practices and completing tasks assigned by Venue & Production Management and show/event management. During events, the role serves as a liaison between road and house crews and provides venue information to show management, building management, and crews. The position may also operate high lifts, forklifts, and other equipment as requested. Additional tasks may be assigned based on event needs. The position works under the Theatrical Services Manager and supervises no direct reports, although it may supervise crews and assist in coordinating and supervising on-call stagehands. Compensation is governed by the applicable collective bargaining agreement: the current base rate is $22.96 per hour for the first 90 days, increasing to $32.84 per hour after a satisfactory performance evaluation. Other rates may apply depending on assigned duties.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least three years of experience in a supervisory role in a related field.
Experience working from drawings, specifications, and verbal requests to achieve a desired service or product.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with clients and staff and communicate clearly and concisely in stressful situations.
General knowledge of production audio, rigging, electrical work, and lighting safety and procedures.
Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills, including professional and considerate customer service.
Ability to speak, understand, and read standard English.
Ability to work effectively with diverse groups and people at all organizational levels.
Ability to perform leadership duties and job tasks effectively despite sudden deadlines and changing priorities.
Strong problem-solving and organizational skills.
Demonstrated dependability, reliability, and integrity.
Intermediate computer skills and working knowledge of Microsoft Office; ability to create Word documents and Excel spreadsheets.
Ability to meet the physical demands of the role, including frequent walking, climbing stairs, standing, bending, kneeling, reaching, pushing, pulling, and lifting heavy loads, sometimes over 100 pounds.
Ability to work irregular and extended hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, according to event schedules or department needs.
Ability to use a two-way handheld radio.
Position may require certifications by law or job assignment.

Nice To Haves

Some college coursework is preferred.
Knowledge of Red Rocks truck loading and unloading, welding, painting, and carpentry is a plus.

Responsibilities

Review event needs and determine the equipment required.
Communicate with clients about upcoming and current events as needed.
Supervise crews as needed during load-in, load-out, and shows.
Learn and execute show cues as directed.
Maintain a safe working environment by following established safety policies and procedures.
Document completed repairs and repairs needed for management review.
Attend event and safety meetings as required.
Assist with reviewing and verifying on-call timesheets and the accurate fulfillment of labor calls.
Track daily duties and review event-related email and phone correspondence.
Participate in ongoing training, safety training, facility and departmental cross-training, and other assigned training.
Assist in coordinating and supervising on-call stagehands.
Operate high lifts, forklifts, and other equipment as requested.
Perform other duties as assigned.