We respectfully acknowledge the Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw (Squamish), səl̓ilw̓ətaʔɬ (Tsleil-Waututh), and xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam) Nations, on whose traditional unceded territories we are honoured to be permitted to gather and work.

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Since 2000, we have established a reputation as the best employer in the business by providing the highest-quality, specialty rigging, lighting and labour support services in the industry. Our philosophy is simple: fulfilled employees result in satisfied clients.

We invest in our team so that our team can invest in their work. Our crew receives fair wages and free training in all areas of the industry.

We are always looking for good, hard-working, people who rise to the challenge and take pride in working to a higher standard. If you are interested in working with us, send your resume to [email protected].

Equal Opportunity.

RIGGIT is an equal opportunity employer, where diversity, inclusion and equity are who we are. Where hiring and advancement is based on skill, experience and work ethic without regard to race, country of origin, sex, gender expression, age or religion. RIGGIT embraces diversity and inclusivity, supports LGBTQQIP2SAA+ and BIPOC rights, acceptance and promotion in our workforce and company culture.
RIGGIT understands that diversity, equity and inclusion creates robust communities, strengthens relationships and builds a culture of teamwork, flexibility, and innovation through collaborative environments

Riggit Commits To:

Ensuring there is no ambiguity regarding the corporate culture we are building and our pledge to provide a safe and inclusive workplace for all.

Encouraging a culture of leadership and awareness amongst RIGGIT crew, supervisors, lead hands, Occupational Health and Safety committee members and support staff.

Empowering all staff to intervene when they hear or see any incidents of inappropriate behaviour and/or language, and know that they will be supported by senior management.

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CURRENT OPENINGS

DEPARTMENT: Operations/Site
REPORTS TO: Rigging Operations Manager
Overall Responsibilities:
  • Utilize wire rope, cordage, chain, connecting hardware, hoisting devices, slings and other rigging hardware.
  • Ensure a safe work environment & comply with all OHS regulations, HR policies & industry best practices.
  • Have a teamwork-based attitude.
  • Communicate verbally in a clear & concise manner.
  • Demonstrate patience, sensitivity and tolerance towards other people’s needs.
  • Follow instructions & ask for clarification if unclear about the objective.
  • High steel rigging for arena/stadium shows (100’+)

    Safe use of Fall Protection equipment when working at height to access building structure (eg. horizontal lifelines, full-body harness, Y-lanyard) Raise and safely secure rigging points as directed by Ground Rigging team

    Inspect & verify installation or rigging points. Make adjustments to show rigging as directed by Ground Rigging team

    Safely remove rigging equipment

    May also assist the Ground Rigging team with assembling various types of rigging steel (eg. baskets, deadhangs, chokes), running motors and hanging truss
  • Lift rigging for corporate shows

    Access building structure using MEWP, ladder or scaffolding

    Safely secure rigging equipment to fixed engineered point or building structure

    Inspect & verify installation or rigging points. Make adjustments to show rigging as directed by Ground Rigging team

    Safely remove rigging equipment

    Create ground support towers/structure

    May also assist the Ground Rigging team with assembling various types of rigging steel (eg. baskets, deadhangs, chokes), running motors and hanging truss
  • Special Projects

    BC Place secondary roof installations/removals & roof openings/closings

    Permanent installations (indoors & outdoors)

    Inspection, maintenance & repair of rigging equipment

    Training for Jr. staff
Qualifications:
  • ETCP certified preferred
  • Rope Access (SPRAT or IRATA) is a benefit
  • Professional experience in Theatre/Arena rigging preferred
  • Experience in the operation of MEWPs is a benefit
  • High school diploma or GED
  • Fall protection certified
  • 2 years minimum post-secondary training (related theatre training)
Terms of employment:
  • On-call
  • Casual
  • Varied from week to week
  • Work is cyclical with very busy times and very quiet times

TO APPLY, PLEASE SEND RESUME TO [email protected]

DEPARTMENT: Rigging Operations
REPORTS TO: Manager Rigging Operations
Overall Responsibilities:
  • Manage training of riggers of all levels is being provided, on a regular basis, to ensure a consistent level of work is being performed.
  • Manage training program for riggers of all levels, to ensure a consistent level of work is being performed.
  • Audit the performance of riggers of all levels.
  • Work with Arena Head Rigger to create and maintain training plan, improvements, hierarchy, recruitment, retention, and discipline of all riggers.
  • Perform quality assurance audits of rigging installations.
  • Develop and maintain maintenance system for Riggit inventory.
  • Develop, review & Maintain rigging policies and procedures
  • Review equipment used on corporate events and recommend changes/upgrades/replacements/additions.
  • Audit rigging equipment to ensure adherence to Riggit’s rigging standards.
  • Review design & drawings (CADD, Vectorworks, Braceworks).
  • Maintain specifications & info about all commonly used rig equipment (onsite).
  • On-site rigging.
  • Site visits for venue and gig specs.
  • Review venue rigging points/structure to identify issues.
  • Work with reps to design and implement rigging plans & inform reps of any issues/challenges arising from the work site and/or Employees.
  • Liaise w/ reps/Mgr Rigging Ops /Ops Mgr/of any regularly used non-Riggit equipment issues.
  • Work w/clients to achieve their goals in a timely and safe manner and to bring concepts to reality, both structurally and aesthetically.
  • Review and create Point load plans for corporate events not handled by reps.
  • Creation of rigging plots for select events.
  • Participate on Special Projects.
  • Design & manage the build of custom equipment.
Qualifications:
  • ETCP certified rigger preferred.
  • 4 years minimum post secondary training (related theatre/corporate/arena training).
  • High school diploma or GED.
  • PC and Mac user interface experience.
Terms of employment:
  • Full time
  • 40 hours per week
  • $40.50 - $49.50 per hour

TO APPLY, PLEASE SEND RESUME TO [email protected]

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