Union Stagehand | Part Time | Mobile Convention Center

Oak View Group

Oak View Group is the global leader in venue development, management, and premium hospitality services for the live event industry. Offering an unmatched, 360-degree solution set for a collection of world-class owned venues and a client roster that includes the most influential, highest attended arenas, convention centers, music festivals, performing arts centers, and cultural institutions on the planet.

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Overview

Stagehands are hourly paid positions, according to job assignments (ex: hands, riggers, loaders, runners),that are subject to collectively bargained union rules. Stagehands are referents of IATSE Local 142 union and are subject to pay referral dues via payroll automatic deduction.

This role will pay an hourly wage of  $12.00 - $50.00

PT roles: Benefits: 401(k) savings plan and 401(k) matching.

Job expires 7/1/2024

About the Venue

The Arthur R. Outlaw Mobile Convention Center anchors lively downtown Mobile, Alabama, a city that offers world-class accommodations, retail shops, restaurants, museums, parks and art galleries. The 317,000-square-foot facility features 16 meeting rooms, two ballrooms and two exhibit halls that total 100,000 square feet.  Covered walkways and crosswalks to nearby hotels give attendees the ultimate in convenience, with downtown dining, nightlife, shopping and sightseeing just minutes away. Winner of numerous architectural awards, the Mobile Convention Center takes full advantage of an exclusive waterfront setting. The striking exterior incorporates outdoor terraces on three sides of the venue, while the expansive windows - more than 45,000 square feet of exterior glass - afford magnificent views of the historic Mobile River from three levels.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for assisting with the assembling, disassembling and operation of stage equipment during production.

• Load and unload props and materials from truck dock.

• Set up lighting, props, and microphones.

• Move and rearrange furniture.

• Set up risers and musical equipment.

• Clean up stage and backstage area before and after performances.

• Report to the Union Steward upon arrival to work for an event.

• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• General knowledge and experience in proper handling of all components of theatrical and entertainment tools, equipment, and systems

• Physical ability to lift and carry heavy loads, walk, stand, sit, crouch, bend, stretch and reach.

• Work extended and/or irregular hours including nights, weekends and holidays, as needed.

Strengthened by our Differences. United to Make a Difference.

At OVG, we understand that to continue positively disrupting the sports and live entertainment industry, we need a diverse team to help us do it. We also believe that inclusivity drives innovation, strengthens our people, improves our service, and raises our excellence. Our success is rooted in creating environments that reflect and celebrate the diverse communities in which we operate and serve, and this is the reason we are committed to amplifying voices from all different backgrounds.

EEO

Oak View Group is committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally recognized basis ("protected class") including, but not limited to veteran status, uniform service member status, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information or any other protected class under federal, state, or local law.