Stage Technician

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform setup, operation, and teardown of equipment and infrastructure in the staging and rigging department.
• Operate tools, equipment, and vehicles (as trained) to support technical and operational activities.
• Identify and resolve technical issues during operations, ensuring minimal disruption to workflows.
• Maintain proficiency with equipment and technologies relevant to their specialty, keeping skills up to date.
• Collaborate with Operation Manager and other team members to ensure seamless execution of tasks.
• Execute assigned tasks as part of project workflows, ensuring deliverables are completed accurately and on time.
• Work on-site during project execution, including setup, operation, and teardown phases.
• Follow technical plans, specifications, and instructions provided by Operations Manager.
• Provide real-time input or solutions to address challenges or changes during on-site operations.
• Perform inspections, maintenance, and repairs of equipment to ensure functionality.
• Prepare, organize, and stage equipment for upcoming projects or operational needs.
• Monitor equipment usage on-site, ensuring proper handling and storage to prevent damage.
• Document and report equipment issues or repair needs to the appropriate leadership and in the online Issues Tracker.

Collaboration and Communication

• Work alongside Supervisors and other team members to achieve shared goals.
• Communicate updates, challenges, or resource needs to leadership promptly.
• Foster a collaborative and professional work environment by maintaining positive relationships with peers.

Reporting and Accountability

• Provide updates on task completion, equipment readiness, and operational challenges.
• Escalate complex issues that require managerial input or decision-making.
• Share relevant updates and resources with Supervisors and other Technicians to maintain alignment.
• Collaborate with team members to divide tasks efficiently and ensure consistent progress while following the accountability and task tracker.

Mobile Stage and Production Operations

• Movement: Tow and move mobile stages and production equipment using company vehicles as needed.
• Operation: Responsible for building and installing mobile stages and production equipment at event sites, ensuring they are operated safely and professionally.
• Preparation: Support stage and equipment preparation, including cleaning, maintenance, packing/unpacking, and gathering supplemental gear for each event.
• Fleet Maintenance: Assist with routine and emergency maintenance to keep stages and production equipment in safe, working order.
• Staging Certification: Attend Stageline-provided stage operation certification training as needed to be authorized for stage operation.
• Staging Inventory Management: Help maintain production equipment inventory in good, operational condition.

Work Schedule

This is a full-time position. Work will include weekends, evenings, overnight hours, and most holidays. Workdays in excess of 10 hours are common. Regular travel throughout the region (and occasional overnight stays) is required.

Job Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Valid driver’s license with clean driving record.
• Experience in stage production.
• Experience and certification operating Stageline Mobile Stages.
• Ability to pass background screening and obtain Act 153 Clearances.
• Reliable transportation to and from worksites.

Competencies (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities)

• Ability to tow trailers and operate larger vehicles (e.g., box trucks).
• Physical ability to lift 50+ pounds, climb ladders (4'-16'), and use scissor or genie lifts.
• Ability to stand, squat, lift, carry, reach, talk, hear, and see at near and far distances.
• Ability to adapt quickly, solve problems creatively, and work in high-pressure environments.
• Excellent time management, punctuality, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Willingness to learn and be trained in Flyspace’s systems and protocols.
• Knowledge of Stageline and OSHA safety protocols and PPE requirements.
• Mechanical and Small Engine/Hydraulic experience is highly desirable.
• Technical skills in carpentry, rigging, lighting, audio-visual systems, or similar are highly desirable.
• Capability to become the on-site crew lead, or willing to learn how to be an on-site crew lead/crew chief.
• Knowledge on how to direct local Union and local labor to build stages and production footprint.
• Maturity and professionalism in working with artists, designers, clients, and vendors.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Must be able to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to lift, push, pull, and carry up to 50 pounds regularly.
• Must be able to work in indoor and outdoor environments, including adverse weather.
• Must be able to independently travel to off-site locations.
• Must be able to operate lifts and potentially obtain forklift certification.
• Must be comfortable with operating power tools and working in a warehouse environment.

A Few Friendly Notes Before You Apply

We’ve done our best to outline the key responsibilities and expectations for this role, but like most things in our industry, the details can shift. This description should be seen as a general guide, which may be updated or modified from time to time, rather than a complete list. We’re a flexible team, and we hope you are too! We value adaptability and a collaborative spirit in our team.