Head Flyman Crew

Job Description

POSITION:
Head Flyman/House Crew

REPORTS TO:

Production/Technical Director

FLSA STATUS:
Hourly, Non-Exempt

The Head Flyman will work with the Production Managers and Technical Director to supply the safe and efficient operation of all rigging, fly equipment, scenic/lighting/audio elements that are raised, lowered, or moved through the air, via the theater counterweight system, as well as maintaining the highest safety standards in accordance with industry best practices.

• Responsible for the safe and efficient operation of the theater’s counterweight rigging system including the safe loading and unloading of counterweights.
• Supervise the rigging and operation of all flown scenery, drops, electrics, and masking with additional fly personnel to ensure excellent show execution.
• Communicate clearly, safely and responsibly with touring personnel.
• Supervise and train the counterweight loaders.
• Participate in all stage related duties including sound setup, stage set‑ups, stage changeovers and all stage related duties as per the TD.
• Provide additional support as needed for all shows.
• Work extended and/or irregular hours including nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Other stage related duties as assigned.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 1-3 years operation theatrical counterweight rigging systems.

• Must possess advanced working knowledge of theatrical counterweight rigging systems.
• Knowledge of and skilled in technical theater, with an emphasis on rigging and carpentry.
• Working knowledge of essential knots as well as an understanding weights and measures as they pertain to the fly system.
• Knowledge of double purchase counterweight systems.
• Ability to organize and prioritize work to meet deadlines and to work effectively under pressure and/or stringent schedules.
• Demonstrated leadership skills; ability to work independently and as a member of the team.
• Maintain an effective working relationship with clients, all levels of employees, Board of Directors, volunteers, patrons and others encountered in the course of employment.
• Ability to work flexible hours based on events, including daytime, evening, weekends and holidays as needed.

Basic computer skills a plus.

No certifications are required.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be required to work both indoors and outdoors as required by the function.
• Must have the physical ability to maneuver around all areas of the facility at times walking and/or standing up to 8-10 hours daily.
• Must be able to hear and speak to use a two-way radio.
• The ability to lift up to 75 pounds is required for this position.
• Ability to work at heights or from a man lift.

Note:

The essential responsibilities of this position are described under the headings above. They may be subject to change at any time due to reasonable accommodations or other reasons. Also, this document in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position nor does it confer any contractual right, either express or implied, to remain in the company’s employ.