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Student Stagehand

Student stagehands
Job Location: Varies by event
Availability: Student Stagehands must be available to work evenings, weekends, and some daytime and overnight shifts as required by event schedules.
Job Function: This position provides labor assistance for WVU events (concerts, performing arts events, lectures, etc.).
Qualifications:
  • Available to work FallFest (Aug. 22-24)
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Ability to work in a team
  • Problem-solving skills
  • Substantial time availability
  • Ability to lift and move heavy objects (50 lbs. plus) Ability to work for long periods of time on your feet, lifting and moving equipment
  • Theatre background a plus
  • Minimum 2.0 cumulative GPA
  • WVU full-time student status

Primary Responsibilities:
  • Build stage and set assemblies.
  • Erect scaffolding.
  • Hang drapes.
  • Lift and move equipment such as road cases, lighting and sound equipment.
  • Load and unload trucks.
  • Adhere to event dress code.
  • Attend staff training and staff meetings.
  • Work scheduled shift as assigned.
  • Perform additional duties as assigned by supervisor.
Applications will be accepted until positions are filled.
WVU student status and a 2.0 GPA are required for employees.
Significant time availability is required for positions.
For more information on event staff positions, call 293-4406 or e-mail AEJobs@events.wvu.edu.