Event & Production Crew Positions - Rigger - San Jose/Santa Clara
Listed on 2026-01-22
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Trades / Skilled Labor
Heavy Equipment Operator, General Labor, Construction Labor / Trades
ABOUT ROCK FORCE
Rock Force is the trusted team setting the stage for the greatest moments in live events. With a legacy built on the unification of nine industry leaders, we bring decades of expertise to seamlessly execute concerts, festivals, sporting events, live broadcasts, award shows, and corporate activations.
Through integrated event production, workforce solutions, innovative technologies, and payroll services, Rock Force delivers precision, efficiency, and reliability at every scale.
Our people are the magic-united by passion and skill, we operate as one unstoppable force to ensure every event is executed with professionalism, care, and an unwavering commitment to safety and compliance.
Join us as we head into one of the most exciting eras in the live entertainment industry!
JOB DESCRIPTIONWe are seeking experienced and safety-focused Riggers to support live events and large-scale productions. Riggers are responsible for the safe installation, operation, and removal of overhead rigging systems, including motors, truss, and suspended equipment. Candidates must demonstrate strong technical knowledge, attention to detail, and strict adherence to safety protocols.
Key Responsibilities and Focus Areas Rigger Responsibilities- Safely install and dismantle rigging systems including motors, trusses, chain hoists, and hardware.
- Perform climbing duties to secure loads, attach equipment, and ensure even weight distribution.
- Inspect and maintain rigging equipment for compliance with safety standards.
- Operate rigging control systems during load-ins, shows, and load-outs.
- Coordinate with production teams to determine rigging plots and load requirements.
- Enforce fall protection and OSHA-compliant safety practices at all times.
- Previous rigging experience in live events, concerts, or theater required.
- Knowledge of knots, load calculations, rigging hardware, and safe practices.
- Ability to climb, work safely at heights, and use fall arrest systems.
- Familiarity with hoists, motors, trusses, and rigging software (preferred).
- ETCP certification training a plus.
- Must have OSHA 10 (or higher) for consideration.
- Must be willing to work irregular hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
- Ability to work in various environments, including indoor and outdoor venues.
- Fast-paced and high-energy work environment, requiring adaptability and problem-solving.
San Jose/Santa Clara
WHY ROCKFORCEWe don't just staff events - we build careers. Rock Force is committed to attracting, retaining, and developing the best talent in the business. Our crews benefit from:
- Competitive Wages
- Eligible employees may participate in comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans, as well as a 401(k) plan, once qualification requirements are met.
- Opportunities for professional development and advancement
This commitment makes Rock Force an employer of choice in the live event industry.
LET'S BUILD SOMETHING TOGETHER! EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITYRock Force strongly supports equal employment opportunity for all applicants regardless of age (40 and over), ancestry, color, religious creed (including religious dress and grooming practices), family and medical care leave or the denial of family and medical care leave, mental or physical disability (including HIV and AIDS), marital status, domestic partner status, medical condition (including cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, military and veteran status, political affiliation, national origin (including language use restrictions), citizenship, race, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth or breastfeeding), gender, gender identity, and gender expression, sexual orientation, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law, rule, ordinance or regulation.
We also afford equal employment opportunities to qualified individuals with a disability. For this reason, Rock Force will make reasonable accommodations for the known physical or mental limitations of an otherwise qualified individual with a disability who is an applicant consistent with its legal obligations to do so, including reasonable accommodations related to pregnancy in accordance with applicable local, state and / or federal law.
As part of its commitment to make reasonable accommodations, Rock Force also wishes to participate in a timely, good faith, interactive process with a disabled applicant to determine effective reasonable accommodations, if any, which can be made in response to a request for accommodations. Applicants are invited to identify reasonable accommodations that can be made to assist them to perform the essential functions of the position they seek.
Any applicant who requires an accommodation in order to perform the essential functions of the job should contact Human Resources to request the opportunity to participate in a timely interactive process. We…
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