Encore
Event Rigger, Audio Visual - Hilton Americas - Houston
Encore, Houston, Texas, United States, 77246
Position Overview
Responsible 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 Responsibilities Rigging
Gather 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.
Safety
Responsible 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 Management
Secure 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.
Maintenance
Provide 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 preferred
Competencies Deliver World Class Service
Hospitality
Ownership
Do The Right Thing
Demonstrates Self-Awareness
Drive Results
Ensures Accountability
See The Big Picture
Decision Quality
Manages Complexity
Value People
Collaborates
Physical Requirements
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 day
Lifting Requirements
Lifting 0 - 15 lbs*: Frequently
Lifting 16 – 50 lbs*: Frequently
Lifting 51 - 100 lbs: Occasionally
Lifting Over 100 lbs: Occasionally
Carrying Requirements
Carrying 0 - 15 lbs*: Frequently
Carrying 16 – 50 lbs*: Frequently
Carrying 51 - 100 lbs: Occasionally
Carrying Over 100 lbs: Occasionally
Auditory/Visual Requirements
Close Vision: Frequently
Distance Vision: Frequently
Color Vision: Frequently
Peripheral Vision: Occasionally
Depth Perception: Frequently
Hearing: Continuously
Pushing/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: Occasionally
Note: 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 Environment Hotel Work 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.
Compensation Hourly Pay Range: $22.90 - $29.77
The 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.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or other legally protected status.
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Key Job Responsibilities Rigging
Gather 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.
Safety
Responsible 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 Management
Secure 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.
Maintenance
Provide 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 preferred
Competencies Deliver World Class Service
Hospitality
Ownership
Do The Right Thing
Demonstrates Self-Awareness
Drive Results
Ensures Accountability
See The Big Picture
Decision Quality
Manages Complexity
Value People
Collaborates
Physical Requirements
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 day
Lifting Requirements
Lifting 0 - 15 lbs*: Frequently
Lifting 16 – 50 lbs*: Frequently
Lifting 51 - 100 lbs: Occasionally
Lifting Over 100 lbs: Occasionally
Carrying Requirements
Carrying 0 - 15 lbs*: Frequently
Carrying 16 – 50 lbs*: Frequently
Carrying 51 - 100 lbs: Occasionally
Carrying Over 100 lbs: Occasionally
Auditory/Visual Requirements
Close Vision: Frequently
Distance Vision: Frequently
Color Vision: Frequently
Peripheral Vision: Occasionally
Depth Perception: Frequently
Hearing: Continuously
Pushing/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: Occasionally
Note: 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 Environment Hotel Work 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.
Compensation Hourly Pay Range: $22.90 - $29.77
The 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.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or other legally protected status.
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