Event Rigger, Audio Visual-Fairmont Scottsdale Princess

Rigging TechnicianResponsible for performing rigging activities in a hospitality or convention center environment while upholding safety and quality standards per all trade, Encore/property guidelines and SOP's. Reports to Lead Rigger or Rigging Coordinator.Key Job ResponsibilitiesRiggingGather and organize all rigging tools and equipment per event needs.Confirm carpet protected as required by local conditions.Provide ground rigging support to teams building points from lifts by staging motors and equipment under rig points, handing up motor chain, tools and equipment and spotting lift movements.Establish hang-point, connect hoist and attachments to permanent rigging points, connect GAC Flex spanset attachments to truss, connect/run and dress motor cables, run cable picks, ensure safety of scenic elements to hang-points and proper use of all truss protection equipment, inspect all cabling tie-offs.Check that all truss bolts are tight, and pieces of flown equipment are safe tied to truss.Support other trades needing help raising gear through use of motor or lift, and check work for safety.Remain on site until all motors have been raised to trim.SafetyResponsible for observing and maintaining all safety concerns during an event, including escalation of any observations of personnel who are acting in an unsafe manner.Ensure the power phasing of motor controller is appropriate to prevent limit switches from being defeated.Verify all elements are securely fastened and checked for safety.Must secure and maintain proper lift and/or Working at Height certifications as necessary.Follow all manufacturers recommendations and local conditions when using personnel lifts.Riggers must be qualified prior to making any temporary rigging points or any points outside of a protected lift of any kind.Project ManagementSecure and review advanced rigging plan and execute through Rigging Coordinator/Lead Rigger or other leadership supervision.Identify possible rigging obstacles and recommend solutions to resolve issues.Assist other technical trades with coordination efforts to execute show plot in harmony with all floor activity.MaintenanceProvide ongoing visual inspection of all hardware in use including truss, motors, lighting, sound, projection, and personnel lifts.Escalate any problems with hardware and recommend solutions to resolve issues to supervisor.Job Qualifications• High school diploma or equivalent• 500+ hours of onsite rigging experience• Qualified-Basic Rigging certification• Lift Certification• Lift operation experience• Ground Rigging experience• High rigging with harness experience• Previous experience supervising a rigging team preferredCompetenciesDeliver World Class Service• Hospitality• OwnershipDo The Right Thing• Demonstrates Self-AwarenessDrive Results• Ensures AccountabilitySee The Big Picture• Decision Quality• Manages ComplexityValue People• CollaboratesPhysical RequirementsTeam members must be able to meet the physical demands outlined below to successfully perform the essential job functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.• Sitting: 1-2 hours per day• Standing: 2-3 hours per day• Walking: 3-4 hours per day• Stooping: 0-1 hours per day• Crawling: 0-1 hours per day• Kneeling: 0-1 hours per day• Bending: 1-2 hours per day• Reaching (above your head): 1-2 hours per day• Climbing: 2-3 hours per day• Grasping: 1-2 hours per dayLifting Requirements• Lifting 0 - 15 lbs*: Frequently• Lifting 16 – 50 lbs*: Frequently• Lifting 51 - 100 lbs: Occasionally• Lifting Over 100 lbs: OccasionallyCarrying Requirements• Carrying 0 - 15 lbs*: Frequently• Carrying 16 – 50 lbs*: Frequently• Carrying 51 - 100 lbs: Occasionally• Carrying Over 100 lbs: OccasionallyAuditory/Visual Requirements• Close Vision: Frequently• Distance Vision: Frequently• Color Vision: Frequently• Peripheral Vision: Occasionally• Depth Perception: Frequently• Hearing: ContinuouslyPushing/Pulling Requirements• Pushing/Pulling 0 - 15 lbs*: Frequently• Pushing/Pulling 16 – 50 lbs*: Frequently• Pushing/Pulling 51 - 100 lbs*: Occasionally• Pushing/Pulling Over 100 lbs: OccasionallyNote: The physical requirements marked with an asterisk () indicate activities performed without assistance.*??Team members must be able to meet the physical demands above in order to successfully perform the essential job functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Work EnvironmentHotelWork is performed in a hotel/convention center environment with moderate exposure to outdoor temperatures and to dirt, sand and/or dust. The working conditions will vary between moderately quiet to noisy volumes. Team members will use high-end audio-visual equipment and electrical components and will be exposed to heights via lifts and ladders. Team members may be asked to work in multiple hotel locations. Working times will include irregular hours and on-call status including days, evenings, weekends, and holidays. Team members must adhere to appearance guidelines as defined by Encore based on an individual hotel or a representation of hotels in that city or area.The above information on this description is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills, efforts, requirements or working conditions associated with the job. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different tasks be performed as assigned.Hourly Pay Range: $22.90 - $29.77The compensation offered for this role is determined based on the qualifications outlined in the job posting for the specified location. Final compensation is based on a number of factors including location, travel, relevant work experience, or particular skills and expertise. In addition, some positions may be eligible for other compensation such as potential overtime, bonuses or incentives.