RockForce
Live Event Production Rigger - RockForce - San Antonio, TX
RockForce, San Antonio, Texas, United States, 78208
Live Event Production Rigger - RockForce - San Antonio, TX
RockForce provides world‑class workforce and production solutions for live events, including tours, concerts, festivals, sporting events, live broadcasts, award shows, and corporate activations worldwide. Our teams bring decades of experience executing the most demanding events for top names in sports and entertainment.
JOB SUMMARY Riggers ensure that all rigging systems are safely installed, operated, and dismantled while adhering to industry safety standards. This physical labor role requires technical knowledge, teamwork, timeliness, and adaptability in various environments.
Duties / Responsibilities Event Setup & Breakdown
Ensure safe install, use, and strike of rigging equipment
Set hang points, call bridles, tie knots
Hang soft goods and hard set pieces
Strike equipment upon event completion
Perform related duties as required
On‑Site Event Support
Spot Ops or work at height requiring harness
Make changes or corrections for vendors during ROS (depending on event and structure)
Assist with securing gear and structures during inclement weather
Safety & Compliance
Comply with venue or site regulations and industry standards
Identify and report faulty equipment or safety hazards
Maintain a safe and organized work area
Adhere to safety standards for rigging equipment and use safe working methods
Qualifications & Skills
3+ years of live‑event rigging experience
Technical and practical knowledge of rigging tools, techniques, and safety standards
Proficiency with rigging gear including climbing helmet, 5‑point harness, and rope
Able to lift and carry equipment 50 lbs+
Strong teamwork and communication skills
Willingness to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays
Ability to multitask in a fast‑paced environment
Knowledge of safety procedures and regulations for live‑event production
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with A/V/Lighting & staging equipment
Basic knowledge of stage plots, lighting diagrams, and production schedules
OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification
SPRAT, ETCP, or IRATA certifications (encouraged)
Key Competencies
Strong communication, organizational, and multitasking skills
Independent and team‑oriented safe work practices
Problem‑solving and critical‑thinking abilities
Adaptability, flexibility, and willingness to take on various tasks
Physical stamina for lifting, pushing, and standing extended periods
Ability to work indoors, outdoors, or in temporary structures under varied weather
Capacity to adapt in fast‑paced, high‑energy environments
Work Environment
Physically demanding: lifting, pushing, standing for extended periods
Indoor, outdoor, or temporary structures; varying weather conditions
Mobility across venues and ground levels
Fast‑paced, high‑energy environment requiring adaptability and problem‑solving
WHY ROCKFORCE We build careers, not just staff events. Our crews benefit from competitive wages, comprehensive health insurance, 401(k) plan, and opportunities for professional development and advancement.
Equal Employment Opportunity RockForce strongly supports equal employment opportunity for all applicants regardless of age, ancestry, color, religious creed, family and medical leave, disability, marital status, military status, political affiliation, national origin, citizenship, race, sex (including pregnancy), gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other basis protected by applicable law. We provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with a disability and religious accommodation on a case‑by‑case basis.
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JOB SUMMARY Riggers ensure that all rigging systems are safely installed, operated, and dismantled while adhering to industry safety standards. This physical labor role requires technical knowledge, teamwork, timeliness, and adaptability in various environments.
Duties / Responsibilities Event Setup & Breakdown
Ensure safe install, use, and strike of rigging equipment
Set hang points, call bridles, tie knots
Hang soft goods and hard set pieces
Strike equipment upon event completion
Perform related duties as required
On‑Site Event Support
Spot Ops or work at height requiring harness
Make changes or corrections for vendors during ROS (depending on event and structure)
Assist with securing gear and structures during inclement weather
Safety & Compliance
Comply with venue or site regulations and industry standards
Identify and report faulty equipment or safety hazards
Maintain a safe and organized work area
Adhere to safety standards for rigging equipment and use safe working methods
Qualifications & Skills
3+ years of live‑event rigging experience
Technical and practical knowledge of rigging tools, techniques, and safety standards
Proficiency with rigging gear including climbing helmet, 5‑point harness, and rope
Able to lift and carry equipment 50 lbs+
Strong teamwork and communication skills
Willingness to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays
Ability to multitask in a fast‑paced environment
Knowledge of safety procedures and regulations for live‑event production
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with A/V/Lighting & staging equipment
Basic knowledge of stage plots, lighting diagrams, and production schedules
OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification
SPRAT, ETCP, or IRATA certifications (encouraged)
Key Competencies
Strong communication, organizational, and multitasking skills
Independent and team‑oriented safe work practices
Problem‑solving and critical‑thinking abilities
Adaptability, flexibility, and willingness to take on various tasks
Physical stamina for lifting, pushing, and standing extended periods
Ability to work indoors, outdoors, or in temporary structures under varied weather
Capacity to adapt in fast‑paced, high‑energy environments
Work Environment
Physically demanding: lifting, pushing, standing for extended periods
Indoor, outdoor, or temporary structures; varying weather conditions
Mobility across venues and ground levels
Fast‑paced, high‑energy environment requiring adaptability and problem‑solving
WHY ROCKFORCE We build careers, not just staff events. Our crews benefit from competitive wages, comprehensive health insurance, 401(k) plan, and opportunities for professional development and advancement.
Equal Employment Opportunity RockForce strongly supports equal employment opportunity for all applicants regardless of age, ancestry, color, religious creed, family and medical leave, disability, marital status, military status, political affiliation, national origin, citizenship, race, sex (including pregnancy), gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other basis protected by applicable law. We provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with a disability and religious accommodation on a case‑by‑case basis.
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