Assistant Head of Tent - ECHO (Big Top)expiredCirque du Soleil
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Description:We were born from an eclectic troop of performers. Come live the experience of being yourself every day to create the extraordinary.OUR MISSION Since 1984, Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group has been focusing on ever more creative and magical work in order to constantly push the limits of the imagination and surprise spectators! Innovation and creativity are at the heart of our shows and will continue to transcend our upcoming productions around the world. Today, we have a place for those who have a marked taste for thinking up exceptional products, for ensuring the smooth running of operations, for putting their ingenuity at the service of their team, in addition to contributing to enhancing their expertise and develop practices unique to Cirque du Soleil! So don't wait any longer and join the Cirque adventure! You will meet ambitious people and people passionate about the world of entertainment! YOUR MISSION Reporting to the Site Operations Director and working under the supervision of the Head of Tent, you will be required to: - Support the Head of Tent in all aspects of tent infrastructure maintenance, setup and tear-down; - Participate in the maintenance of the site infrastructures; - Participate in the daily inspection of the tent infrastructure; - Coordinate the setup and tear-down in cooperation with the Head of Tent; - Research and purchase tent supplies; - Assist the Site Operations Department in updating the preventive maintenance and inspection program and infrastructure installation and operations procedures; - Assist the Technical team in protecting the show’s integrity; - Comply with all local and regional rules and regulations regarding safety and tent equipment; - Supervise quality maintenance, cleanliness and security on site; - Participate in any other projects assigned by the Site Operations Director. Responsibilities: - Maintain and repair canvas and other structures in compliance with the infrastructure preventive maintenance and inspection program set by IHQ; - Assist with the setup and tear-down of canvas and other structures in compliance with infrastructure installation and operating procedures set by IHQ; - Inform IHQ of modifications made to canvas and other structures in order to keep the preventive maintenance and inspection program and infrastructure installation and operating procedures up to date; - Develop maintenance schedules in cooperation with the Head of Tent and IHQ;Develop setup and tear-down schedules in cooperation with the Head of Tent and the Site Operations Director; - Supervise supernumerary personnel during setup and tear-down and for special projects; - Participate in show call and/or morning inspections on site; - Remain on call for emergencies. YOUR UNIQUE EXPERTISE - Vocational or technical diploma; - 2 to 4 years of experience in a similar position; - Tour experience an asset; - Basic knowledge of tent or big top maintenance; - Knowledge of rigging; - Knowledge of workplace safety and fall prevention; - Ability to work high above the ground; - Ability to drive a forklift and operate other heavy machinery; - Knowledge of Microsoft Office software for Windows; - Fluency in spoken and written English is essential, fluency in French is an asset; - Available to tour full-time and work in foreign countries; - Ability to work long hours and under pressure. To keep pace with the creation, production and distribution of our products, our employer proposal is unique. HERE IS AN OVERVIEW - A culture focused on the development of fair practices and unifying events - Professional growth focused on high quality projects to propel your career - Personalized support adapted to your professional ambitions: training program, regular check-ins, inter-team contribution. Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group is committed to creating and maintaining an accessible and inclusive workplace. Proud ambassador of equality in employment, Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group is committed to eliminating discrimination based on age, skin color, origins, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation and any other characteristic. Neutral and inclusive writing is now preferred for all new job postings.
Application Deadline:
Mar. 31, 2024
Job Duration:
Open ended
Job/Audition Type:
Full Time
Job Category:
Technical/Show Support
Payment status:
Paid
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