Stagehand

ASM Global-SMG; Fresno (CA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

ASM Global-SMG in Fresno, CA is seeking a Stagehand to support event operations. You will assist with assembling, disassembling and operating stage equipment during production, coordinating with crew across lighting, sound and video as needed.

This hourly union position under CBA requires punctuality, safety, and adaptability across load-in, show, and load-out, with duties directed by management. Union dues apply.

Qualifications

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Walk/stand extensively, kneel, climb to high walkways, balance, and maneuver throughout the venue.

Responsibilities

• Set up lighting, props, and microphones.
• Assist during Load-In, Show, and Load-Out.
• Calls for the assembly and disassembly of show productions.
• Load and unload Trucks.
• Assemble production equipment on stage.
• Construction of set pieces, risers, musical equipment.
• Spotlight operation during shows for qualified personnel.
• Assist with video, sound, and light production before, during and after shows for qualified personnel.
• Move furniture, road cases, miscellaneous equipment.
• Maintain a safe and professional work environment at all times.
• Ensure proper handling and storage of all equipment, from both venue and events.
• Be punctual at start times/dates for all assigned and accepted calls; and work until the completion of each call.
• Stand ready to assist the venue Production and Operations departments to meet changing venue needs.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Management.
• Report to the Union Steward upon arrival to work for an event.

Skills

Stagehand operations

Job description

POSITION: Stagehand

• DEPARTMENT: Event operations


• REPORTS TO: Director of Events/Shop steward


• FLSA STATUS: Union/Hourly


• SALARY: CBA

Responsible for assisting with the assembling, disassembling and operation of stage equipment during event production.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Set up lighting, props, and microphones.


• Assist during Load-In, Show, and Load-Out


• Calls for the assembly and disassembly of show productions.


• Load and unload Trucks


• Assemble production equipment on stage.


• Construction of set pieces, risers, musical equipment


• Spotlight operation during shows for qualified personnel


• Assist with video, sound, and light production before, during and after shows for qualified personnel.


• Move furniture, road cases, miscellaneous equipment.


• Maintain a safe and professional work environment at all times.


• Ensure proper handling and storage of all equipment, from both venue and events.


• Be punctual at start times/dates for all assigned and accepted calls; and work until the completion of each call.


• Stand ready to assist the venue Production and Operations departments to meet changing venue needs.


• Perform other duties as assigned by Management.


• Report to the Union Steward upon arrival to work for an event.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

General knowledge and experience in proper handling of all components of theatrical and entertainment tools, equipment, and systems.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Walk/stand extensively, kneel, climb to high walkways, balance, and maneuver throughout the various areas and surfaces of the venue. Must be able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds or occasionally more with assistance. Work inside and outside the building is required, may have some exposure to adverse conditions. Must be able to use a two-way radio. Work flexible hours, including nights, overnights, weekends, and holidays. Work extended and/or irregular hours including nights, weekends, and holidays, as needed.

The position is a referent of ITASE Local 158 union and is subject to pay referral fee and dues directed by the ITASE Local 158 and the work referral system in effect. This is an hourly position that will be subject to collectively bargained union rules. This document in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position.

NOTE

NOTE: The essential responsibilities of this position are described under the headings above. They may be subject to change at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons. Also, this document in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position.

Our Work Experience is the combination of everything that's unique about us: our culture, our core values, our company meetings, our commitment to sustainability, our recognition programs, but most importantly, it's our people. Our employees are self-disciplined, hard working, curious, trustworthy, humble, and truthful. They make choices according to what is best for the team, they live for opportunities to collaborate and make a difference, and they make us the #1 Top Workplace in the area.