Stage Technician

Jobvite, Inc.; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobvite, Inc. is seeking a Stage Technician to support live events in Oakland, CA. You will collaborate with production staff to set up and strike stages, install sets, and ensure equipment meets client specifications.

Responsibilities include loading and unloading trucks, inspecting gear, reading plans, and maintaining safety. A high school diploma is required with preferred stage experience and strong communication and time-management skills.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Previous Stage Tech experience preferred.
• Effective problem solving and organizational skills.
• Knowledge of basic math functions (addition, subtraction).
• Positive work attitude.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• The ability to lift/and move up 70 lbs. regularly.
• Ability to maintain work in a fast-paced environment.
• Self-motivated with the initiative to learn and be trained on various types of equipment and processes.
• Excellent and time management skills.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule when needed.

Responsibilities

• Assists with onsite load-in and load-out of staging and production equipment in accordance to client instruction
• Install stage sets including carpentry, trussing rigging, etc.
• Inspect equipment to ensure orders are filled accurately for proper stage install
• Read, understand and implement plans and blueprints
• Assist in loading and unloading trucks
• Identify damaged items
• Assist in inventory counts
• Maintain a clean and safe environment
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Adaptability

Motivation to learn

Time management

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Carpentry

Rigging

Job description

Overview: The Stage Technician works in collaboration with Production Staff for the set-up and strike down of live events.

Examples of Duties/Essential Functions:

• Assists with onsite load-in and load-out of staging and production equipment in accordance to client instruction
• Install stage sets including carpentry, trussing rigging, etc.
• Inspect equipment to ensure orders are filled accurately for proper stage install
• Read, understand and implement plans and blueprints
• Assist in loading and unloading trucks
• Identify damaged items
• Assist in inventory counts
• Maintain a clean and safe environment
• Other duties as assigned

Successful candidates must meet the following requirements:

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Previous Stage Tech experience preferred
• Effective problem solving and organizational skills
• Knowledge of basic math functions (addition, subtraction)
• Positive work attitude
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• The ability to lift/and move up 70 lbs. regularly
• Ability to maintain work in a fast-paced environment
• Self-motivated with the initiative to learn and be trained on various types of equipment and processes
• Excellent and time management skills
• Ability to work a flexible schedule when needed