Staging & Rigging
Stagehand Jobs in San Jose
Set your own rate, build your reputation, and get booked directly by producers. No agency takes a cut.
About the Stagehand Role
A Stagehand provides essential labor for load-in, setup, strike, and event support. They build stages, hang truss, set furniture and drape, load trucks, and handle the physical infrastructure that makes events possible. Stagehands are the backbone of every live event crew.
What You'll Do
- •Load in and strike equipment, staging, and set pieces
- •Build stages, risers, and scenic elements
- •Set furniture, drape, and soft goods
- •Assist technical departments with equipment positioning
- •Operate forklifts and manage warehouse logistics
Gear You Should Know
Chain motors, Truss systems, Staging decks, Hand tools
What Stagehands Charge in San Jose
Based on Truss marketplace data for San Jose, CA. Your rate depends on experience, specializations, and gear ownership.
See full rate guide →Why Stagehands Use Truss
Set Your Own Rate
You decide what you charge. No agency setting rates for you. Your rate, your terms.
Keep 100%
No commission, no platform fees on your earnings. What producers pay is what you keep.
Build Your Reputation
Verified reviews, skill endorsements, and a portfolio that follows you — not stuck inside an agency's database.
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Producers find you by role, city, and availability. No middleman. No non-compete.