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This position is governed by a contract between IATSE #7 and Legends Global. Primary Duties and Responsibilities: * Review event documents to determine equipment and service requirements needed for ...

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As of Sep 1, 2026, the average yearly pay for iatse in Colorado is $50,768.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $41,500.00 and $55,200.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an IATSE?

An IATSE job refers to a position within the International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees (IATSE), a labor union representing workers in the entertainment industry. Members work in various fields such as film, television, theater, live events, and trade shows, handling technical, craft, and backstage roles. Jobs can include stagehands, camera operators, lighting technicians, costume designers, and more. IATSE protects workers' rights by negotiating fair wages, benefits, and working conditions.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the IATSE position, and why are they important?

To thrive as an IATSE crew member, strong technical skills in stagecraft, lighting, audio, set construction, and rigging are essential, often supported by union-provided training or apprenticeship programs. Familiarity with industry-standard tools like lighting consoles, soundboards, and stage machinery is crucial, and OSHA safety certifications are frequently required. Excellent teamwork, adaptability, and clear communication help members coordinate effectively in dynamic, fast-paced environments. These skills ensure productions run smoothly, safely, and to the high standards expected in live entertainment and film industries.

What are the typical work hours and environment like for IATSE crew members?

IATSE crew members often work irregular hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays, depending on the production schedule. The environment can be fast-paced and physically demanding, involving work both indoors and outdoors, sometimes in challenging conditions. Teamwork is essential, as crew members collaborate closely with other technical staff, performers, and production managers to bring live events or film/TV projects to life. These roles may require flexibility and willingness to adapt to last-minute changes or extended hours, but they also provide opportunities to work on a wide range of exciting projects and environments.

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Technical Services Technician

Denver, CO • On-site


ASM Global
Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation • 10K+ employees

6.6

Company rating: 6.6 out of 10

Based on 84 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

147th of 256 rated facilities management

People enjoy working here

Recommended by students

Respectful managers


$37.28/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 2 days ago


Job description

Job Title: Technical Services Technician

Department: Technical Services

Reports to: Technical Services Manager

Supervises: On-Call Stagehands

FLSA Status: Hourly, Non-Exempt

Why the Colorado Convention Center is a great place to work:

  • Generous Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay

  • Health, dental, vision insurance, eligible upon hire

  • 401(k) investment plan, with a discretionary employer match of up to 4%

  • Healthcare reimbursement and flexible spending plans

  • Employer-paid and supplemental life insurance

  • RTD Eco Pass: As a Full-time employee the Colorado Convention Center currently offers an RTD Eco Pass.

  • Tuition reimbursement program

  • Employee assistance program

Compensation: Compensation is defined by the collective bargaining agreement that governs this position. Current base compensation is $25.04/hour for the first 90 days. Upon satisfactory performance evaluation compensation increases to $37.28/hour.

General Summary:

This is a skilled labor position for the operation, installation, dismantle, repair and maintenance of facility audio systems, dimmable lighting systems, rigging and staging systems, and the set-up, dismantle of client provided audio, video and lighting and rigging systems. Staff must be able to operate and trouble-shoot computerized Audio/Visual systems and equipment. This position is also required to operate high-lifts, forklifts and other material handling equipment as requested. Additional responsibilities and tasks are assigned according to the needs of the client and the event. This position is governed by a contract between IATSE #7 and Legends Global.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Review event documents to determine equipment and service requirements needed for events, and proceed to install and dismantle equipment as needed

  • Operate, maintain and troubleshoot facility audio, lighting, video, and production related equipment

  • Install and dismantle facility dance floor and stages over 48" in height

  • Operate and maintain CCC dimmable lighting and digital audio systems

  • Install event-related audio, lighting, video and rigging

  • Operate high-lifts, forklifts and other material handling equipment as requested.

  • Operate facility lifts for contractors/clients as directed.

  • Coordinate and supervise on-call stagehands

  • Make recommendations for needed supply/equipment purchases

  • Maintain inventory in appropriate storage areas

  • Complete timely and accurate data entry and provide event related labor/equipment/documentation to the Theatrical Services Manager or Lead

  • Track daily duties, review event related email and phone correspondence

  • Other duties as assigned; including, but not limited to, jurisdictional work for the building


Qualifications:

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 accommodation may be requested to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and Experience

  • High school diploma/GED preferred

  • At least 5 years of experience in industry or related field

  • Production of audio, lighting, video and rigging experience, required.

  • Knowledge of sound reinforcement and stage lighting methods

  • Knowledge of safe rigging practices and procedures

  • Experience setting up and operating digital and analog audio mixers/consoles (Yamaha CL 5 equivalent)

  • Experience setting video projection systems, and stage, audio and lighting components

  • Experience setting, programming and operating stage lighting console (ION, ION xe, Grand MA)

  • Experience with related technologies- DMX, Biamp Canvas and Tesira, Dante, Lutron

  • Experience working according to union contracts and collective bargaining agreements

  • Experience with up and down rigging experience in arena, theatre and tension grid system

Skills and Abilities

  • Ability to rig for an event in an arena, theatre or tension grid following industry standard safety protocols

  • Perform job tasks effectively despite sudden deadlines and changing priorities required.

  • Ability to understand and execute based on floor plans, drawings, written specifications and oral requests, required.

  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relations with clients and staff, required.

  • Demonstrate excellent communication (verbal and written) and interpersonal skills among all levels of staff and clientele, required.

  • Advanced problem solving, organizational skills, and attention to detail required

  • Demonstrated ability to provide exceptional customer service in a professional and respectful manner, required.

  • Excellent record of dependability and reliability, required.

  • Ability to work effectively with diverse groups of people among all levels within an organization; skill to work effectively as part of a team, required.

  • Ability to speak, understand, and read and write standard English and follow direction, required.

  • Ability to lift heavy items, bend, stoop and stand for long periods of time.

  • Ability to supervise and direct stagehands in accordance with crew needs and union contract guidelines.

Computer Skills:

  • Basic computer skills including ability to create word documents and manipulate excel spreadsheets and do basic data entry, required

Working Conditions:

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 requested to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Position may require certifications by law and/or job assignment. Position requires frequent walking, climbing stairs, standing on cement floors, turning, lifting of heavy objects, stooping, bending, crouching, kneeling, reaching, pushing and pulling; may be subject to adverse working conditions; dust, grime, noise, fumes, wet floors etc., including weather; may require use of an electric cart; may require tools and equipment operation that could cause personal harm or injury, if improperly handled; requires irregular and/or extended hours, including weekends, evening, overnights and holidays, as determined by the event and/or department needs; requires radio usage - 2 way hand held.

Note:

Colorado Convention Center/Legends Global is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, and encourages Women, Minorities, Individuals with Disabilities, and protected Veterans to apply. VEVRAA Federal Contractor

The essential responsibilities of each position are described under the headings in the job description and may be subject to change at any time due to reasonable accommodation, or other reasons. The job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Applicants who need reasonable accommodation to complete the application process may contact 303-228-8000.

Employment is contingent upon new employees providing documents verifying U.S. citizenship or, for aliens, documents verifying legal permission to work in the United States.

*Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check.


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About ASM Global

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ASM Global was formed in October 2019 from the merger of AEG Facilities, the global innovator in live entertainment venues, and SMG, the gold standard in event management. ASM Global is a venue management powerhouse that spans five continents, 14 countries and more than 300 of the world's most prestigious arenas, stadiums, convention and exhibit centers, and performing arts venues. As the world's most trusted venue manager, ASM Global provides venue strategy and management, sales, marketing, event booking and programming, construction and design consulting, and pre-opening services. Among the venues in our portfolio are landmark facilities such as McCormick Place & Soldier Field in Chicago, the Los Angeles Convention Center, Tele2 Arena in Stockholm, the Mercedes-Benz Superdome in New Orleans, the Shenzhen World Exhibition and Conference Centre in Shenzhen, China and Van Andel Arena, DeVos Place & DeVos Performance Hall in Grand Rapids, Michigan. ASM Global also offers food and beverage operations through its concessions and catering companies.

Industry

Arts, entertainment, and recreation

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Los Angeles, CA, US

Year founded

2019


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