Live Event Rigging Specialist

Encore Global; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 35,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Encore Global in New York's hotel and convention venues seeks an experienced rigger to perform set-up and operations for events, ensuring safety and adherence to SOPs. You will handle ground rigging, hang-points, hoists, and coordination with teams under supervision.

The role requires 500+ hours of onsite rigging, basic rigging certification, lift certification, and supervisory experience. On-site work with varying shifts is expected.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 500+ hours of onsite rigging experience.
• Qualified-Basic Rigging certification.
• Lift Certification and lift operation experience.
• Ground Rigging experience and harness work.
• Supervising rigging teams preferred.

Responsibilities

• Gather and organize rigging tools and equipment per event needs.
• Establish hang-points, connect hoists and attachments to rigging points.
• Inspect cabling and hardware for safety and proper use.
• Provide ground rigging support and coordinate with show teams.
• Maintain safety observations and escalate unsafe conditions.
• Remain on site until motors are raised to trim.

Skills

Rigging

Safety awareness

Team supervision

On-site experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Qualified-Basic Rigging certification

Lift Certification

Job description

Encore Global in New York's hotel and convention venues seeks an experienced rigger to perform set-up and operations for events, ensuring safety and adherence to SOPs. You will handle ground rigging, hang-points, hoists, and coordination with teams under supervision.

The role requires 500+ hours of onsite rigging, basic rigging certification, lift certification, and supervisory experience. On-site work with varying shifts is expected.