House Head - Red Rocks/Coliseum

Legends Global•Denver, CO

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. The role follows safe industry practices and completes tasks directed by Venue & Production Management and show/event management. During events, the House Head serves as a liaison between road and house crews and provides venue information to show management, building management, and crews to support successful events. The position may also operate high lifts, forklifts, and other equipment as requested. Additional tasks may be assigned according to event needs. This position is classified as hourly and non-exempt and is governed by a collective bargaining agreement. Base compensation 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. The role may require certifications depending on law or job assignment.

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 the 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 across staff and clientele.
Ability to provide professional and considerate customer service.
Ability to speak, understand, and read standard English.
Ability to work effectively with diverse groups at all organizational levels.
Ability to perform leadership duties and job tasks despite sudden deadlines and changing priorities.
Strong problem-solving and organizational skills.
A record of dependability, reliability, and integrity.
Intermediate computer skills and working knowledge of Microsoft Office products.
Ability to create Word documents and Excel spreadsheets.
Ability to meet physical demands including frequent walking, stair climbing, standing, bending, crouching, kneeling, reaching, pushing, pulling, and heavy lifting, at times over 100 pounds.
Ability to work in adverse conditions including dust, grime, noise, fumes, wet floors, and weather.
Ability to work irregular or extended hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, according to event schedules or department needs.

Nice To Haves

Some college coursework.
Knowledge of Red Rocks truck loading and unloading.
Welding, painting, and carpentry skills.

Responsibilities

Review event needs and determine the equipment necessary to accommodate them.
Communicate with clients regarding upcoming and current events.
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 accurate fulfillment of labor calls.
Track daily duties and review event-related email and phone correspondence.
Participate in ongoing training, safety training, cross-training in facilities and other departments, and other designated training.
Assist in coordinating and supervising on-call stagehands.
Operate high lifts, forklifts, and other equipment as requested.
Perform other duties as assigned.