Lead Rigging Technician - Drawn

Lead Rigging Technician - Drawn to Life

Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group – Full‑time position.

We are looking for a Lead Rigging Technician to join our Rigging team at Drawn to Life! In this position, you will lead various projects related to the operation, maintenance and inspection of stage rigging systems and rigged acrobatic equipment for rehearsals and performances of the Cirque du Soleil productions, in a safe and consistent manner. The Lead Rigging Technician will assist in the development of a strategy to ensure a safe working environment and will be key in ensuring communication flows smoothly between the rotational and show crews.

The ideal candidate will have a team‑player mindset, the ability to handle contingencies, work well under pressure, and have effective communication skills to coordinate via headset.

• In collaboration with the Head of Department (HOD), Technical Director (TD) and Production Department Manager, lead the Rigging crew in various projects related to the operation, inspection, maintenance and installation of show rigging systems and related equipment, as directed, for performances, artist training and maintenance.
• Learn, run and train other pertinent show tracks to ensure the safe and continued operation of the show.
• Assist the HOD with scheduling hours for the technicians and act as the HOD when they’re out.
• Maintain cue track documentation and participate in cue track rotation as directed.
• Work within the established budget to order and receive goods, ensuring equipment and supplies are stocked with a sufficient quantity to meet the ongoing needs of the production.
• Ensure all rigging documentation, preventative and reactive maintenance routines and any information related to the safety of the show’s run is current and formally recorded. Train teams on proper documentation.
• Lead collaboration efforts for special projects, including the research, purchasing, construction and installation of new show elements, and other projects that include rigging elements or other needs that may fall within the department’s specialty, as directed; maintain flexible schedule for such projects.
• Collaborate with various departments to ensure efficient communication, such as between day and night crews and all other teams involved in projects and/or daily operations.
• Develop the team’s knowledge of all rigging equipment specific to the production related to the safe operation and maintenance of mechanized and manual rigging equipment.
• Assist other departments when necessary for cross‑departmental support.
• Adhere to, and promote, all Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations as they pertain to the safe operation of all elements related to the show; participate in all required health and safety classes and emergency rescue procedure training.
• Contribute to a safe and positive working environment at all times by adhering to and following all Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group standards, values, policies and regulations pertaining to safety using equipment and established working methods.
• Complete other job‑related duties as assigned.

• At least three (3) years of previous experience as a stage rigger on a large‑scale production or in a similar environment.
• Previous experience as an acrobatic and theatrical rigger for large‑scale productions.
• In‑depth knowledge of fall protection, rope access and OSHA 30 training (or willingness to obtain).
• AutoCAD proficiency.
• Mechanical aptitude: fabrication, chain hoists, counterweight systems, etc.
• Running cables, swaging, pulley systems, motor control and cabling.
• General construction knowledge.
• Working knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel and Outlook);
  AutoCAD knowledge preferred.
• Fluency in English, both written and spoken; ability to communicate effectively via headset.
• Availability to work varied shifts, including weekends and holidays.
• High school diploma or GED completion.
• Physical ability to perform essential functions (climbing, crouching, kneeling, standing, lifting, operating mechanized equipment, etc., including lifting at least 75 lbs, sometimes 100 lbs unassisted).
• Verification of the right to…