Stagehand | Part-Time | Colorado Mesa University

Oak View Group • Grand Junction, CO

4d • $20 - $25

About The Position

Oak View Group Oak View Group is the global leader in venue development, management, and premium hospitality services for the live event industry. Offering an unmatched, 360-degree solution set for a collection of world-class owned venues and a client roster that includes the most influential, highest attended arenas, convention centers, music festivals, performing arts centers, and cultural institutions on the planet . Overview The Stagehands are hourly paid positions, according to job assignments (ex: hands, riggers, loaders, etc). Primarily responsible with assembling, disassembling, and operation of stage equipment. This role will pay an hourly rate of $20.00 to $25.00. Benefits for Part-Time roles: 401(k) Savings Plan and 401(k) matching. Also, OVG provides part-time, seasonal, and internship employees with one hour of accrued paid leave per 30 hours worked, up to 48 hours per year. EVERGREEN ROLE: Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis; there is no application deadline.

Requirements

• Employee must be at least 18 years old
• High School diploma or GED (or any equivalent combination of education and experience)
• Access to reliable transportation
• Knowledge and experience in proper handling of theatrical tools, equipment, & systems
• Must be able to work shifts including nights, weekends and holidays dependent on events schedule
• Physical ability to lift & carry heavy loads, walk, stand, sit, crouch, bend, stretch, and reach
• Stand and walk for four to six hours at a time
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Can communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing
• Must be comfortable multi-tasking and working in a fast paced environment

Nice To Haves

• Prior customer service experience is preferred

Responsibilities

• Load and unload props and materials from truck dock
• Set up lighting, props, and microphones
• Move and rearrange furniture
• Set up musical equipment
• Clean up stage and backstage area before and after performances
• Report to the lead upon arrival to work for an event
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits

• 401(k) Savings Plan
• 401(k) matching
• OVG provides part-time, seasonal, and internship employees with one hour of accrued paid leave per 30 hours worked, up to 48 hours per year

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED