Rigging Opportunities (Universal Studios and Islands of Adventure)

Universal Orlando•Orlando, FL

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Provides the highly skilled, discipline specific technical skills needed for the successful operation and maintenance of the Rigging and Staging elements for assigned Entertainment venues, projects, events. Responsible for the appropriate implementation of all policies and procedures, including high-risk, for assigned area and team, as defined by ANSI, ESTA, and Universal Orlando, governing the safe operation of all technical equipment.

Requirements

2-5 Years experience within the assigned technical discipline.
Valid Florida Driver’s License is required to operate company vehicles.
UO provided annual training is required for heavy equipment operation.
Accountable to strictly adhere to all policies and procedures, as defined by the Entertainment Department, governing the safe operation of all technical equipment.
This position will be required to work outdoors in various weather conditions, and will need to access building rooftops via fixed ladders & open staircases.

Nice To Haves

Technical school is preferred.
Prior experience within the professional theme park/theater industry in a technical capacity (Rigging and Staging); or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

Functions as the up rigger for installations and strikes within the assigned venue, project, event, or production.
Assists with the operation of rigging and staging equipment.
Assesses Hazards associated with rigging and staging equipment or systems.
Immediately elevates identified hazards to Lead for mitigation determination.
Responsible for the appropriate installation/setup, storage, strike, and transportation of Rigging and Staging equipment.
Elevates any technical problems or concerns to Lead or management as they occur.
Operates large vehicles and heavy equipment.
Lifts and places irregular objects and maneuvers equipment in all directions in challenging spaces.
Acts as a spotter and provides correct hand signals for vehicles, heavy equipment, and hoist operation to ensure safety and to protect UO’s assets.
Assists Tech I with inventory, maintenance, and inspection of rigging and stagging equipment.
Submits proper paperwork for daily, weekly, monthly, and yearly inspections.
Responsible for effectively communicating pertinent information, both written and verbal, which pertains to the technical operation of the assigned entertainment venue/event, to other disciplines, entertainment tech management, and team members of the venue/event.
Understand and actively participate in Environmental, Health & Safety responsibilities by following established UO policy, procedures, training and team member involvement activities.
Performs other duties as assigned.