Rigger RockForce Denver, CO

ABOUT ROCKFORCE

RockForce provides World-Class Workforce & Production Solutions for Live Events. Our comprehensive strategic services are geared for the industrys unique needs from start to strike. RockForce provides production resources for tours concerts festivals sporting events live broadcasts award shows and corporate activations world-wide. Our teams bring decades of unmatched experience and expertise executing the most demanding and high-profile events for the biggest names in sports and entertainment. From Workforce Deployment Rigging streamlined Payroll Services & Production Management -- We Set the Stage for the Greatest Moments in Live Events.

RockForce Operations has Workforce Divisions throughout the U.S. providing Union and Non-Union Labor including experienced Riggers for live events and permanent installs. Rigging Solutions are executed with unmatched safety skill and reliability supported by a leadership team with decades of hands-on experience in live events labor.

RockForce is currently hiring on-demand Riggers (Up and Down) for live events in your area. Applicants with experience in live events production is required.

JOB SUMMARY

Riggers ensure that all rigging systems are safely and effectively installed operated and dismantled while also adhering to set industry standards and regulations for safety compliance. This physical labor role requires both technical and practical knowledge a strong commitment to safety teamwork timeliness and the ability to work in various environments.

Duties/Responsibilities

Depending on needs one or more of the following duties may be assigned:

Event Setup & Breakdown:

• Ensure safe install use & strike of rigging equipment.
• Hang points call bridles tie knots.
• Hang soft goods & hard set pieces.
• Strike equipment upon completion of event.
• Performs other related duties as required.

On-Site Event Support:

• Spot Ops or work at height requiring a harness.
• During ROS (depending on event and structure) may be asked to do changes or corrections for vendors on site.
• In case of inclement weather - assist with getting gear and structures secure.

Safety & Compliance:

• Ensure compliance with venue or site regulations following industry standards.
• Identify and report any faulty equipment or safety hazards.
• Always maintain a safe and organized work area.
• Always adheres to safety standards for rigging equipment and uses safe working methods.

Qualifications & Skills

• 3 years of previous experience in live event production as a Rigger required.
• Technical & Practical knowledge of rigging tools techniques & Safety standards.
• Rigging gear including climbing helmet 5-point harness with fall protection & rope.
• Able to lift and carry heavy equipment (50lbs).
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Willingness to work flexible hours including nights weekends and holidays.
• Able to multitask while meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of safety procedures and regulations for live event production.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with Audio/Video/Lighting & Staging equipment.
• Basic knowledge of stage plots lighting diagrams and production schedules.
• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30.
• ETCP
• SPRAT
• IRATA

Key Competencies

• Strong communication organizational and multitasking skills.
• Ability to work safely both independently and in a team-oriented environment.
• Problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities.
• Adaptability flexibility and willingness to take on various tasks as assigned.

Work Environment

• Physically demanding - requiring lifting pushing and standing for extended periods.
• Events may be indoors outdoors or in temporary structures often exposed to varying weather conditions. This position will often move throughout the grounds and venue on different terrains.
• Fast paced and high-energy work environment requiring adaptability and problem-solving.

WHY ROCKFORCE

We dont just staff events - we build careers. RockForce is committed to attracting retaining and developing the best talent in the business. Our crews benefit from:

• Competitive Wages
• Comprehensive health dental and vision insurance
• 401(k) plan
• Opportunities for professional development and advancement

This commitment makes RockForce an employer of choice in the live event industry.

Lets Build Something Unforgettable

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

RockForce strongly supports equal employment opportunity for all applicants regardless of age (40 and over) ancestry color religious creed (including religious dress and grooming practices) family and medical care leave or the denial of family and medical care leave mental or physical disability (including HIV and AIDS) marital status domestic partner status medical condition (including cancer and genetic characteristics) genetic information military and veteran status political affiliation national origin (including language use restrictions) citizenship race sex (including pregnancy childbirth breastfeeding and medical conditions related to pregnancy childbirth or breastfeeding) gender gender identity and gender expression sexual orientation or any other basis protected by applicable federal state or local law rule ordinance or regulation.

We also afford equal employment opportunities to qualified individuals with a disability. For this reason RockForce will make reasonable accommodations for the known physical or mental limitations of an otherwise qualified individual with a disability who is an applicant consistent with its legal obligations to do so including reasonable accommodations related to pregnancy in accordance with applicable local state and / or federal law. As part of its commitment to make reasonable accommodations RockForce also wishes to participate in a timely good faith interactive process with a disabled applicant to determine effective reasonable accommodations if any which can be made in response to a request for accommodations. Applicants are invited to identify reasonable accommodations that can be made to assist them to perform the essential functions of the position they seek. Any applicant who requires an accommodation in order to perform the essential functions of the job should contact Human Resources to request the opportunity to participate in a timely interactive process. We will also provide reasonable religious accommodations on a case-by-case basis.

HIRING PRACTICES

The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. RockForce reserves the right to change or modify the employees job description whether orally or in writing at any time during the employment relationship. RockForce may require an employee to perform duties outside his/her normal description.

Applicants for employment in the U.S. must possess work authorization which does not require sponsorship by the employer for a visa.