Associate Mechanic - Rigging

About Us The Freeman Company is a global leader in events, on a mission to redefine live for a new era. With a data-driven approach and the industry’s largest network of experts, The Freeman Company's insights shape exhibitions, exhibits, and events that drive audiences to action. The integrated full-service solutions leverage a 99-year legacy in event management as well as new technologies to deliver moments that matter.

Summary This position is responsible for entry level repairs and service across a wide array of electrical/mechanical equipment. Works on assignments that are moderatelty difficult, requiring judgment in resolving issues or in making recommendations.

This position will support our Audio Visual & Event Technology team. The position follows a in-person schedule working full-time in-office and/or show-site based out of Las Vegas, NV.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Repair, inspect and maintain rental inventory of electric chain hoists, winches, and other electrical/mechanical equipment.
• Repair, inspect and maintain electric chain hoists as a service for other companies in the entertainment and tradeshow industries.
• Reconfigure chain hoists in rental inventory as required by rental demand.
• Communicate regularly with Service Manager regarding maintenance concerns, repair parts inventory, and product improvements.
• Interpret exploded views, electrical data, and wiring diagrams.
• Assist in essential duties and responsibilities as defined in job description for Equipment Inspector.
• Attend production meetings as required.
• Designate tasks to all hoist technicians on a daily basis.
• Determine daily workflow for all hoist technicians.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education & Experience

• High School Diploma or Equivalent with relevant work experience required.

• Certificate of Completion or Degree from accredited college or trade school related to the field of electronics is preferred.

• 1-2 years of related experience within rigging production and/or warehouse operations preferred.

• Must maintain a valid state driver's license.

• Various Industry Standard Certifications Preferred (examples include):

• CETa

• ETCP

• ISF

Travel Requirements

Travel 25% to 50%

What We Offer

The Freeman Company provides benefits that aim to empower our people and their families to thrive mentally, physically, and financially. These are a handful of the types of programs and benefits our full-time people may be eligible for. There may be some variances in specific benefits across regions.

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Parental Leave
• Life, Accident and Disability
• Retirement with Company Match
• Paid Time Off

Diversity Commitment

At The Freeman Company, our commitment to diversity and inclusion is helping us to create not only a great place to work, but also an environment where our employees, our customers and our communities around the world can reach their goals and connect with each other. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status and other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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