Stagehand & Rigging Technician (Casual, Austin)

Phase2 Technology; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 17,908 - 24,796; Part time

Job summary

The University of Texas at Austin is seeking a Casual Worker - Stagehand in Austin, TX to support Texas Athletics. The role involves setting up and tearing down stages for concerts, basketball, and various events.

Responsibilities include rigging, lighting, audio, and equipment maintenance, with opportunities to learn and advance. Requires a High School Diploma or GED and basic manual-labor experience. Pay starts at $15/hour; position is on-site and as-needed.

Qualifications

• Diploma or GED required.
• Entry level experience in carpentry, electronics, construction or other manual labor.
• Ability to collaborate with others and follow instructions.
• Extensive knowledge in concert stage rigging for high and ground riggers.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the setup and tear down of concerts, men''s and women''s basketball and other events.
• Build and disassemble truss, hanging lights, audio arrays, running cable, scenic structures and laying deck.
• Maintain and repair stage equipment, including theatrical lighting instruments, sound reinforcement systems, projection equipment, winch systems and curtains.
• Operate all stage equipment required for the successful completion of professional entertainment events, private facility uses and maintenance projects.
• Design, hang, focus and operate theatrical stage lighting systems. Set-up and operate sound reinforcement systems, projection and communication equipment.
• Maintain inventory of expendable supplies (i.e., lamps, color filters, gaffer's tape, etc.).
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers and other University personnel.
• Performs other related duties as required.
• Comply with all laws, policies, rules and regulations set forth by University policies and governing bodies.

Skills

Collaboration

Rigging knowledge

Manual labor

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Lift certification

Job description

The University of Texas at Austin is seeking a Casual Worker - Stagehand in Austin, TX to support Texas Athletics. The role involves setting up and tearing down stages for concerts, basketball, and various events.

Responsibilities include rigging, lighting, audio, and equipment maintenance, with opportunities to learn and advance. Requires a High School Diploma or GED and basic manual-labor experience. Pay starts at $15/hour; position is on-site and as-needed.