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RIGGER TECHNICIAN

Job Code: 8185
Pay Grade: 114

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt 

General Functions
   A skilled technical position that prepares convention facilities for trade shows, conventions and other events at the Orange County Convention Center (OCCC). A person in this position works at heights with and without the use of lift equipment to suspend banners, signs, fixtures, lighting and other objects via provided rigging points or structural steel. Work is performed with some independence under the supervision of the Rigging Section supervisor or designee.
 
Representative Duties /Assignments
  
  • Performs rigging work, which includes the suspension and attachment of items to the facility, some lightweight, some very elaborate and heavy.
  • Interprets plans and blueprints, calculates rigging bridles and weights.
  • Compiles billing information.
  • Interacts with clients regarding labor and equipment needs and billing issues.
  • Directs, oversees and trains Prime Time Riggers.
  • Ensures all safety procedures and OCCC policies are followed.
  • Maintains shop and rigging equipment inventory and repairs/replaces when necessary.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned.
 
Minimum Qualifications
   Graduated from a High School or equivalent and three years experience in live show production, trade show or exhibitor rigging. This experience must include climbing structural steel, operating aerial equipment and electric chain hoists, reading rigging plots and calculating bridles and weights.

Education requirement can be substituted for an additional (1) year of experience.

Must be able to work at heights of up to 120 feet.
 
Preferences
   Two years supervisory experience.


8/4/2023