Rigging Technician

Rigger*in

Vollzeit-Position

Wir suchen eine*n Rigging-Techniker*in zur Unterstützung unseres Rigging-Teams. In dieser Position sind Sie für die Bedienung des Rigging-Equipments während Proben, Aufführungen und sämtlicher showbezogener Aufgaben verantwortlich. Zudem stellen Sie sicher, dass das Equipment sicher aufgebaut, betrieben und gewartet wird, und unterstützen bei der Inventur von Ausrüstung sowie bei regelmäßigen Sicherheitsinspektionen. Die ideale Person sollte teamorientiert sein, mit unvorhergesehenen Situationen souverän umgehen können und auch unter Druck konzentriert und lösungsorientiert arbeiten. 

Detaillierte Beschreibung folgt.

The Rigging Technician will have the opportunity to:

- Operate Rigging equipment during performances, rehearsals and trainings;

- Ensure the safe setup, use and maintenance of Rigging equipment used by Artists during performances, rehearsals and training periods by completing inspections in a timely manner;

- Maintain show track documentation and participate in show track rotation, as directed;

- Update all necessary maintenance and inspection records/documentation and ensure rigging equipment is in compliance with Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group established policies and standards;

- Assist with inventory by identifying any additional Rigging equipment that may be required and communicate with line management when necessary;

- Participate in special projects, including the construction and installation of new show elements, and interdepartmental projects that include Rigging elements or other needs that may fall within the department’s specialty, as directed; Maintain flexible schedule for such projects;

- Adhere to and actively promote all applicable German occupational safety and health regulations, including DGUV standards, the Arbeitsschutzgesetz (ArbSchG), and industry-specific guidelines, to ensure the safe operation of all technical and performance-related elements of the production; participate in all required health and safety classes and emergency rescue procedure training;  

- Adhere to and follow all Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group standards, values, policies and regulations pertaining to safety using equipment and established working methods;

- Assist other departments when necessary for cross-departmental support;

- Complete all other job-related duties as assigned.

 What does it take for this role? The following hard skills are the basics of what’s needed to be successful in this position:

- At least two years of previous show/theater experience in a similar environment; equivalent comparable technical experience related to Rigging will also be considered;

- Basic understanding and familiarity of knots used in Entertainment;

- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (MS Teams, Outlook);

- Ability to work, climb and maneuver in heights;

- Certification of PSAgA is an asset;

- Certification of Fisat/ IRATA is an asset;

- Previous aerial, acrobatic or theatrical Rigging is a plus;

- Availability to work varied shifts, including weekends and holidays; 

- Certification or experience in handling stage machinery, rigging, and safety equipment (e.g., SQQ2 certification);

- Completed Ausbildung as Veranstaltungstechniker/in (Event Technician) or equivalent qualification in stage technology is an asset;

- Ability to perform the essential functions of the job including, but not limited to: climbing, crouching, kneeling, standing, lifting, sometimes for extended amounts of time;

- Fluent in English, both written and spoken; Ability to clearly and effectively communicate via headset; with an international cast the operational language will be English;

- Verification of the right to work in Germany for Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group.