Technicien en gréage - ECHO | Rigging Technician - ECHO

Rigging Technician - Touring Show

Acrobatic Rigging

This is a full-time, internationally touring role. The successful candidate will work and travel across multiple countries with an international touring company where English is the working language of the production — fluency in English is required to perform the duties of this role. *

We are looking for a Rigging Technician to join one of Cirque du Soleil’s touring shows. Reporting to the Technical Director and working under the supervision of the Head of Department, Rigging, this role is responsible for operating, maintaining, and inspecting all rigging systems and equipment used in the production. The Rigging Technician supports daily show operations, city transfers, and maintenance programs, ensuring the highest standards of safety, artistry, and consistency.

The ideal candidate is a safety-driven technician with experience in aerial/human rigging, strong technical knowledge of rigging systems, and the adaptability to thrive in a fast-paced touring environment.

The Rigging Technician will have the opportunity to:

Operate and run show tracks during rehearsals, performances, and artist training sessions.

Learn and develop the ability to cover show tracks in multiple departments (Audio, Lighting, Rigging, Automation), providing operational flexibility.

Participate in the load-in, set-up, tear-down, and load-out of rigging systems and other installations during city transfers.

Monitor the use and performance of rigging and automation systems and equipment during live shows to ensure safety and reliability.

Inspect, maintain, and repair rigging and automation equipment, including climbing systems, acrobatic apparatus, winches, pulleys, cables, and hoists.

Participate in the rigging inspection and preventive maintenance programs; maintain accurate records of inspections, modifications, repairs, maintenance logs, cue sheets, and inventory records.

Collaborate with the Head of Department to develop safe operating systems, preventive maintenance routines, and departmental procedures.

Support troubleshooting of rigging and automation systems; collaborate with the Automation Department as required.

Uphold the artistic integrity of the show in collaboration with the Technical Director, Head of Department, Artistic Department, and designers.

Collaborate with other technical departments during load-in, set-up, tear-down, load-out, rehearsals, performances, and emergency situations.

Assist with stock management, ordering, and upkeep of department materials, tools, and consumables.

Support contingency planning and respond quickly to technical issues during live shows.

Ensure compliance with Cirque du Soleil protocols, OSHA, and local safety regulations; always apply safe work practices.

Foster a collaborative, respectful, and safe working environment aligned with Cirque du Soleil’s values.

Perform other related duties as assigned

The ideal candidate will have the following qualifications:

Required: Availability to tour internationally full-time and work in foreign countries.

College diploma in live entertainment, theatre production, or equivalent professional experience.

Minimum 3–5 years of professional rigging experience in live entertainment, including aerial/human rigging; touring experience strongly preferred.

Solid technical knowledge of rigging equipment and systems, including fall protection, pulley systems, swaging, hoists, truss, and counterweight systems.

General knowledge of automation systems (PLCs, AC motor control, multi-axis programming, and monitoring systems) is a strong asset.

Understanding of structural loads, forces, and construction methods.

Knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and electronic systems relevant to rigging.

Comfortable working at height; formal rope access or climbing training is an asset.

Ability to troubleshoot technical issues quickly and calmly under pressure.

Strong teamwork and communication skills; flexibility and autonomy in a touring environment.

Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite; knowledge of CAD software (AutoCAD, SOLIDWORKS) is an asset.

Fluent in English (written and spoken); additional languages are a plus.

Ability to perform the essential functions of the job including, but not limited to: crouching, kneeling, standing, lifting, sometimes for extended amounts of time; lifting heavy equipment unassisted, etc. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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