Event Rigging Specialist — Precision & Safety Onsite

Encore; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 31,684 - 41,328; Full time

Job summary

Encore seeks a skilled Rigging Technician to perform ground rigging in hotel and convention center environments, ensuring safety, quality and adherence to SOPs. You will work under the Rigging Coordinator, organize gear for events, and support multiple trades while maintaining strict safety standards.

The role requires rigging certifications, lift operation experience, and the ability to supervise a team on site. Expect variable hours in a dynamic events setting with potential overtime.

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.

Responsibilities

• Rigging: Gather and organize tools and equipment per event needs.
• Safety: Observe and escalate unsafe practices; ensure proper lifting procedures.
• Project Management: Review advanced rigging plan and coordinate with Rigging Coordinator/Lead Rigger.
• Maintenance: Visually inspect hardware including truss, motors, lighting, sound, and lifts; escalate issues.

Skills

Ground Rigging experience

Lift operation experience

Qualified-Basic Rigging certification

Lift Certification

Rigging team supervision

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Encore seeks a skilled Rigging Technician to perform ground rigging in hotel and convention center environments, ensuring safety, quality and adherence to SOPs. You will work under the Rigging Coordinator, organize gear for events, and support multiple trades while maintaining strict safety standards.

The role requires rigging certifications, lift operation experience, and the ability to supervise a team on site. Expect variable hours in a dynamic events setting with potential overtime.