We now require an additional full time Stage Technician who, after training will be responsible for the installation and removal of our modular staging system (Event-Deck), stage sets, ground support, rigging, drapes and associated presentational equipment.
Suitable applicants will have the following competencies:
Possibly previous experience in stage and stage set construction or related areas such as exhibition stand construction. Training in the use of our products will be given to the successful applicant.
Basic carpentry skills.
Practically minded with hands on experience.
Energy, enthusiasm, ambition and a ‘can do’ attitude.
Physically fit and suffering from no medical conditions which would be aggravated by manual lifting.
Prepared and able to work on occasions at a working height of 5m.
A full, clean driving licence.
Experienced at driving 3.5t vans.
Prepared to work both indoors and out.
Have a flexible approach to hours of work and working durations.
An appreciation that punctually and achieving deadlines is of the upmost importance.
Have a very tidy working disposition and an eye for presentational detail.
Have an appreciation and understand of the importance of Health & Safety in the workplace.
Be prepared to stay away overnight occasionally.
Able to work within a small team.
Able to read construction drawings.
The ability to complete written job reports.
A continuous desire for both self and company improvement.
Exemplary time keeping.
Stage Technicians Job Description;
The following is not an exclusive or exhaustive description of the role. Other duties may be requested of the employee if it is believed that they are capable of performing the given task competently and safely.
To assist in the preparation, checking and making ready for use on site – Modular Staging, Stage Accessories, Stage Sets, LED Star Cloth, Dance Floors and all other ancillary presentational equipment.
To assist in the loading and off-loading of the above.
To drive commercial company vehicles up to 3.5t to/from site.
To install and strike the above equipment as prescribed by the Lead Technician to agreed company standards.
Typical venues worked at will include – hotel suites, conference venues, exhibition halls, marquees, shopping malls, etc....
In the absence of the Project Coordinator liaise with the client.
Hours of Work:
The technician will require a very flexible approach to hours of work as times on site are literally 24/7. The “call” times will be advised via the “Call Sheet” which will be published and communicated via drop box to a supplied smart phone.
Hours worked will be variable between 37.5 – 48 hours per week.
The technician will need to accurately record on a daily basis the actual hours worked daily.
Responsibilities:
Reporting to the Leading Stage Technician.
Ensuring that the company’s objectives and Health & Safety policies are maintained at all times.
That all company driving remains within the law.
That all equipment is installed and removed in line with the company’s
Procedural guidelines and to an established standard.
That all paperwork is maintained in good order and submitted on time as requested.
Rewards:
A varied, interesting and satisfying job role.
A basic hourly rate of £10.00. for hours worked between 0600hrs – 2200hrs
£15 per hour for hours between 2200hrs – 0600hrs.
A five hour minimum call out.
An out of town allowance will be paid in addition to the above when appropriate
Staging Services Ltd is an equal opportunities employer.
Please forward your CV to Julie Stephenson-Airey.
T 01922 405111