Technical Services Technician

Legends Global • Denver, CO

12d • Onsite

About The Position

This is a skilled labor position for the operation, installation, dismantle, repair and maintenance of facility audio systems, dimmable lighting systems, rigging and staging systems, and the set-up, dismantle of client provided audio, video and lighting and rigging systems. Staff must be able to operate and trouble-shoot computerized Audio/Visual systems and equipment. This position is also required to operate high-lifts, forklifts and other material handling equipment as requested. Additional responsibilities and tasks are assigned according to the needs of the client and the event. This position is governed by a contract between IATSE #7 and Legends Global.

Requirements

• High school diploma/GED preferred
• At least 5 years of experience in industry or related field
• Production of audio, lighting, video and rigging experience, required.
• Knowledge of sound reinforcement and stage lighting methods
• Knowledge of safe rigging practices and procedures
• Experience setting up and operating digital and analog audio mixers/consoles (Yamaha CL 5 equivalent)
• Experience setting video projection systems, and stage, audio and lighting components
• Experience setting, programming and operating stage lighting console (ION, ION xe, Grand MA)
• Experience with related technologies- DMX, Biamp Canvas and Tesira, Dante, Lutron
• Experience working according to union contracts and collective bargaining agreements
• Experience with up and down rigging experience in arena, theatre and tension grid system
• Ability to rig for an event in an arena, theatre or tension grid following industry standard safety protocols
• Perform job tasks effectively despite sudden deadlines and changing priorities required.
• Ability to understand and execute based on floor plans, drawings, written specifications and oral requests, required.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relations with clients and staff, required.
• Demonstrate excellent communication (verbal and written) and interpersonal skills among all levels of staff and clientele, required.
• Advanced problem solving, organizational skills, and attention to detail required
• Demonstrated ability to provide exceptional customer service in a professional and respectful manner, required.
• Excellent record of dependability and reliability, required.
• Ability to work effectively with diverse groups of people among all levels within an organization; skill to work effectively as part of a team, required.
• Ability to speak, understand, and read and write standard English and follow direction, required.
• Ability to lift heavy items, bend, stoop and stand for long periods of time.
• Ability to supervise and direct stagehands in accordance with crew needs and union contract guidelines.
• Basic computer skills including ability to create word documents and manipulate excel spreadsheets and do basic data entry, required

Responsibilities

• Review event documents to determine equipment and service requirements needed for events, and proceed to install and dismantle equipment as needed
• Operate, maintain and troubleshoot facility audio, lighting, video, and production related equipment
• Install and dismantle facility dance floor and stages over 48” in height
• Operate and maintain CCC dimmable lighting and digital audio systems
• Install event-related audio, lighting, video and rigging
• Operate high-lifts, forklifts and other material handling equipment as requested.
• Operate facility lifts for contractors/clients as directed.
• Coordinate and supervise on-call stagehands
• Make recommendations for needed supply/equipment purchases
• Maintain inventory in appropriate storage areas
• Complete timely and accurate data entry and provide event related labor/equipment/documentation to the Theatrical Services Manager or Lead
• Track daily duties, review event related email and phone correspondence
• Other duties as assigned; including, but not limited to, jurisdictional work for the building

Benefits

• Generous Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay
• Health, dental, vision insurance, eligible upon hire
• 401(k) investment plan, with a discretionary employer match of up to 4%
• Healthcare reimbursement and flexible spending plans
• Employer-paid and supplemental life insurance
• RTD Eco Pass: As a Full-time employee the Colorado Convention Center currently offers an RTD Eco Pass.
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Employee assistance program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED