Andrei Kalesnikau
San Diego,CA
Summary
Versatile, safety-focused professional with 12 years of entertainment rigging experience supporting Cirque du Soleil productions, plus current experience in stagehand operations, commercial plant cultivation, and bartending. Skilled in theatrical and aerial rigging, equipment inspection and maintenance, load-in/load-out operations, cultivation support, customer service, inventory control, and workplace safety. Experienced working effectively in fast-paced production, agricultural, and hospitality environments.
Overview
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Certification
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Bartender
East Culver Partners DBA Boardroom Brewery
El Segundo, California
06.2026 - Current
- Prepare and serve alcoholic and nonalcoholic beverages accurately and efficiently in a fast-paced brewery environment.
- Delivered attentive customer service by efficiently taking drink orders and promptly addressing guest needs.
- Managed customer payments and maintained accurate tabs to ensure seamless transactions.
- Restocked beverages, glassware, and bar supplies, monitoring inventory levels to support bar operations.
- Maintain a clean, organized bar and follow sanitation, responsible-service, and workplace safety procedures.
Rigger Helper, Hand Stage
IATSE Local 122
San Diego, California
02.2026 - Current
- Assisted riggers in setting up and dismantling stage equipment.
- Operated rigging tools and equipment safely during productions.
- Hoisted loads using slings, chains, shackles, hooks, cables and other rigging equipment.
- Checked rigging equipment for safety and functionality.
- Monitored lifting operations to ensure that all activities are performed safely according to approved procedures.
- Facilitated load-in and load-out processes to ensure seamless transitions during events and performances.
- Provided assistance in troubleshooting rigging issues on-site during events.
- Assisted in the assembly and disassembly of rigging equipment.
- Aided in efficient setup and dismantling of staging materials to support production timelines.
- Collaborated with crew members to ensure smooth production workflows.
- Maintained safety protocols while working in fast-paced environments.
- Supported technical teams with setup and testing of audio-visual systems.
- Provided hands-on assistance during rehearsals and live performances.
- Communicated effectively with team members to resolve on-site challenges.
- Maintained inventory of rigging supplies and tools for projects.
- Unloaded, loaded, and secured cargo on trucks or trailers.
Assistant Grower (Second to Head Grower)
CS Heritage Industry, Inc.
Los Angeles, California
08.2023 - Current
- Assist the head grower with daily cultivation operations and plant-care schedules.
- Monitor plant health, growth, and environmental conditions and report concerns to the head grower.
- Support watering, irrigation, and nutrient application according to established cultivation procedures.
- Perform plant maintenance, transplanting, pruning, harvesting, and general crop-care tasks as assigned.
- Maintain clean, organized cultivation areas, tools, equipment, and supplies while following sanitation and workplace safety procedures.
Rigger
Cirque du Soleil
Montreal, QC
08.2008 - 08.2020
- Operated rigging equipment for aerial performances and stage setups.
- Installed and adjusted rigging systems for various circus acts and shows.
- Set up rigging equipment for use in production sets and stages.
- Inspected rigging gear for safety compliance before performances.
- Set up rigging equipment for production sets and stages, ensuring optimal functionality and safety during performances.
- Safely disassemble rigging equipment when no longer needed for a production or performance.
- Constructed custom rigs from scratch based on specific requirements from a director or producer.
- Collaborated with performers to ensure safe equipment handling and usage.
- Coordinated with production teams to align technical requirements and enhance performance execution.
- Securely attach loads to rigging equipment using clamps, shackles, and other fasteners.
- Executed daily operational tasks with precision and attention to detail.
- Worked successfully with a diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
Education
Master of Sports, Coach - Sport And Medicine
Sport College of Olympic Reserve
Gomel, N/ASkills
- Rigging inspection
- Audio-visual setup
- Equipment maintenance
- Stage dismantling
- Technical coordination
- Safety protocol adherence
- Workflow optimization
- Inventory management
- Problem resolution
- Teamwork
Certification
- OSHA 10
Languages
- English
- Russian
Timeline
Bartender
East Culver Partners DBA Boardroom Brewery
06.2026 - Current
Rigger Helper, Hand Stage
IATSE Local 122
02.2026 - Current
Assistant Grower (Second to Head Grower)
CS Heritage Industry, Inc.
08.2023 - Current
Rigger
Cirque du Soleil
08.2008 - 08.2020
Master of Sports, Coach - Sport And Medicine
Sport College of Olympic Reserve