STAGEHAND DRIVER - PART-TIME

Quest-Events-LLC; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k Safe Harbor with Employer 5%match

Employee Referral Bonus Program

Potential to go Full Time

Potential for overtime

Annual increases based on performance

Opportunities for professional growth

Job summary

Drape Kings is seeking a Stagehand in Chicago to lead the setup and strike of pipe and drape, and to assist with related equipment for events. You will work closely with the team to ensure safe, timely installations and transitions on site.

Ideal candidates have event experience, can lift up to 62 lbs, hold a valid driver’s license, and are comfortable with flexible event hours. Prior box truck driving is a plus and growth opportunities are available.

Qualifications

• Event experience is a must.
• Must be able to lift up to 62 lbs.
• Theatrical, AV, event decor, lighting and/or sound backgrounds preferred.
• Valid Driver’s License required.
• Experience driving box trucks a plus.
• Requires extremely flexible hours (Event Hours are necessary).
• Extreme attention to detail and the ability to work under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Wear black pants or shorts and a DK supplied shirt.
• Possess and carry a leather-type multi-tool or similar.
• Proper and safe installation of DK properties including drape, carpet, rope/stanchions, AVD, and other items.
• Care and maintenance of all DK gear and property.
• Operate company vehicles; ensure vehicles are clean and fueled on return.
• Load and secure all loads during transport.
• Safe loading/unloading of DK vehicles leased or owned.
• Possess a valid DOT Medical Certificate or ability to obtain one is a plus.
• Complete vehicle inspections before and after use.
• Submit parking tickets to management; report citations.
• Safe use of ladders, lifts, and applicable equipment.
• Communicate arrival times and client signatures; coordinate with office/operations.
• Occasional warehouse work: loading/unloading, packing, laundry, and scanning returned jobs.

Skills

Event experience

Lifting ability

Flexible hours

Driver's license

Box truck experience

Job description

Description

Join the kingdom! By raising the standard, we turn the ordinary into the extraordinary! With over 30+ years in the production industry, Drape Kings, a Quest Events Company, has cemented itself as the premier event services provider! We are excited to bring together the best team in the business to help continue our mission of Raising the Standard in the Special Events Industry!

POSITION SUMMARY:

Our Stagehands lead the industry in the setup and strike of our core business, Pipe and Drape. Also, you will be required to work with and understand other related events equipment.

BENEFITS:

• 401k Safe Harbor with Employer 5% match
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Potential to go Full Time
• Potential for overtime
• Eligible for annual increases based on performance
• Opportunities for professional growth

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Required to wear black pants or shorts and DK supplied shirt
• Required to possess and carry while working a leather type multi tool or similar
• Proper and Safe installation of DK property including, Drape, carpet, rope / stanchions, AVD, and any additional items
• Care and proper maintenance of all DK gear and property
• Staff operation of Company vehicles applies to all DK vehicles leased or owned
• The safe operation of all DK vehicles including the use of Company owned GPS systems
• All vehicles are to be maintained in a clean fashion and returned to shop fueled
• All loads must be properly secured during transport
• The safe loading and unloading of all DK vehicles leased or owned
• The possession of a valid DOT Medical Certificate or ability to get one are a plus
• Vehicle inspections prior to and post use of company vehicle
• Submission of all parking tickets to management
• Notification of management of all vehicle related citations
• Safe use of ladders, lifts, and any other applicable equipment
• Consistent and timely client commination including arrival times on job site
• Securing client signatures as it relates to the Royal Rules and client receipts
• Concise and relevant communication with office and operations personnel
• Occasional Warehouse work, including loading and unload vehicles, pull / pack of jobs, laundry, folding and scanning of returning jobs.

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Event Experience is a must
• Must be able to lift up to 62 lbs.
• Theatrical, AV, Event Decor, Lighting and/or Sound backgrounds preferred
• Valid Driver’s License required
• Experience driving box trucks a plus
• Requires extremely flexible hours (“Event Hours” are necessary and applicable)
• Extreme attention to detail.
• Patience, flexibility and the ability to work well within stressful situations