Structure Builder - Touring Show - ECHOexpired
Cirque du Soleil
Posted on: Sept. 15, 2024
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Description:
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Structure Builder - Touring Show - ECHO
Site and Infrastructure
Permanent position - Big Top show
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.
YOUR MISSION
Reporting to the Site Operations Manager
- Erect and dismantle scaffolding, ramps, catwalks, shoring and barricades required at construction sites;
- Participate in the maintenance of the site infrastructures;
- Jointly with the Infrastructure department in Montreal, update the preventive maintenance and inspection program as well as the installation and operating procedures for infrastructures;
- Coordinate setup and tear-down in cooperation with the Site Operations Manager;
- Coordinate the site workshops and inventory maintenance;
- Develop and supervise projects assigned by the Site Operations Manager;
- Follow and support the equipment and inventory management procedures and requirements as required by Cirque du Soleil. Utilize the tools and procedures provided by the Infrastructure department in Montreal to maintain inventory and equipment data;
- Follow the requirements detailed for customs and logistics with regards to the transport of material with the logistics department in Montreal;
- Carry out all other tasks assigned by the Site Operations Manager.
Functions:
- Develop and execute all structural work on site;
- Assist with setup and tear-down of infrastructures according to infrastructure installation and operating procedures set by the Infrastructure department;
- Operate site infrastructures according to infrastructure installation and operating procedures set by the Infrastructure department;
- Maintain and repair site infrastructures according to the infrastructure preventive maintenance and inspection program set by the Infrastructure department;
- Inform the Infrastructure department of modifications made to equipment and infrastructures in order to keep the preventive maintenance and inspection program as well as the installation and operating procedures for infrastructures up to date;
- Supervise fly-ins and local supernumerary personnel during setup and tear-down and for special projects;
- Participate in show call and/or morning rounds;
- Remain on call for emergencies.
YOUR UNIQUE EXPERTISE
- Structures, scaffoldings, bleachers building/assembling equivalent work experience;
- Six to eight years' experience in site construction;
- Tour experience an asset;
- Ability to drive a forklift and operate other heavy machinery;
- Ability to work long hours and under pressure;
- Ability to work well independently and in a team;
- Knowledge of Microsoft software for Windows;
- Fluency in spoken and written English is essential, fluency in other languages is an asset;
- Available to tour full time and to work in foreign countries.
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.
Application Deadline:
Oct. 31, 2024
Job Duration:
Open ended
Job/Audition Type:
Full Time
Job Category:
Technical/Show Support
Payment status:
Paid
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