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Head Rigger & Facility Managerexpired

Circus Center

United States United States, San Francisco
Posted on: Mar. 07, 2024

Description:

Circus Center, a non-profit organization and the oldest and largest circus training and performing arts center on the West Coast, seeks a Full Time Head Rigger & Facility Manager.


The Head Rigger & Facility Manager is responsible for the management of all rigging apparatuses at Circus Center. They will also be responsible for maintaining and managing the spaces located inside and surrounding our Circus Center building. The position is a salaried full time position. This position reports to the Head of School for rigging job duties and the Executive Director for facility management job duties. Evenings and some weekends will be essential. Women, People of Color, and LGBTQIA+ candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.


Compensation

$86,000-$92,000/year DOE
Circus Center provides a full benefits package for Full Time individuals, including health, dental, 401k, vision, and life insurance, as well as paid vacation, transportation reimbursement, and paid sick time. Also, we provide employees with training benefits, including independent training opportunities, and class credits; Plus all the perks that come with working and training at a high-quality facility with other top-notch instructors in beautiful, dynamic San Francisco.
Duties Include

Head Rigger Duties (65% of position)

Work with instructors to ensure a seamless changing of apparatuses during and between classes
Provide monthly inspections of rigging equipment with proper digital documentation
Manage the inventory and organization of the training & storage spaces
Train instructors in proper rigging techniques
Renovate, restore, and maintain all rigging equipment and circus apparatuses and outsource responsibility if needed
Oversee the maintenance and repair of acrobatic or aerial equipment: mats, trapezes, trampoline, hoops, wash silks and slings, etc.
Organize load-in and load-out teams
Lead rigging crews during performances & standard training
Organize bi-yearly safety trainings for all staff


Facility Manager Duties (35% of position)

Managing budgets for facility repair and maintenance, new equipment purchases
Order and stock supplies for custodial duties, and various departments
Supervise outsourced custodial crew and coordinate shifts
Conduct any maintenance or repairs to the building,and contact professionals for more specific tasks
Organize cleaning closets, storage rooms, and training spaces
Maintain garden, front & exterior of building, trash bins, air purifiers etc.
Assist and support the Executive Director in any improvements to the building
Manage emergencies as they come up such as: plumbing issues, water leaks, unwanted persons, etc.
Requirements

Have the ability to satisfy all physical demands: significant lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling up to 50 pounds; frequent stooping, kneeling, crouching and/or crawling; reaching above shoulder level.
Good organizational skills and time management
Project management skills
Hands-on knowledge and experience in the safe operation of a variety of tools, machinery, power equipment used in performing essential functions.
Working knowledge of Gmail, Google online platforms, Microsoft Word and Excel
Ability to multitask, prioritize, and efficiently complete all activities
Effective communication skills, both oral and written, including the ability to interact/communicate with all types of members of the community including teachers, administrators, board members, parents and students
Experience in regularly inspecting equipment and keeping record of inventory/upgrades
Self-starter, ability to set and meet goals, and a desire to excel. Ability to problem solve
Experience holding lines for various circus acts is a plus!

How to Apply

Ready to join the Circus Center team? To apply, please send your résumé and a cover letter to [email protected].

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Application Deadline: May 31, 2024
Job Duration: Open ended
Job/Audition Type: Full Time
Job Category: Technical/Show Support
Payment status: Paid
Job Location: United States,
San Francisco
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