Andrei Lev
Rigger
Las Vegas,NV
Summary
Seasoned Rigging Technician with a rich history at Cirque du Soleil, showcasing unparalleled expertise in acrobatic rigging and a commitment to safety standards. Excelled in high-pressure environments, ensuring flawless show execution and equipment integrity. Demonstrates strong communication skills and a proactive approach to team collaboration and technical training. Skilled in diverse installation, maintenance, and repair tasks across various industries. Possess hands-on experience in troubleshooting complex issues and delivering efficient solutions. Demonstrated ability to adapt quickly to new technologies and methodologies with strong problem-solving skills. Improved operational efficiency and equipment longevity through proactive maintenance strategies.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Rigging Technician
Cirque du Soleil
07.2021 - 07.2024
- Company Overview: The Show “LOVE” by Cirque du Soleil
- Running 8 show tracks
- Using Stagetech Nomad SOLO to fly bungee artists on winch line
- Cross trained to operate automation control console and running automation rover tuck
- Cross trained and ran audio wireless mic track
- Daily inspection, maintenance, and documentation of acrobatic equipment and show rigging systems
- Support of artistic and technical training
- Participation in regular rescue trainings running various scenarios both self and assisted rescue
- The Show “LOVE” by Cirque du Soleil
Rigging Technician
Mirage Resort and Casino
12.2006 - 08.2020
- Company Overview: The Show “LOVE” by Cirque du Soleil
- Running 8 show tracks
- Using Stagetech Nomad SOLO to fly bungee artists on winch line
- Daily inspection, maintenance, and documentation of acrobatic equipment and show rigging systems
- Support of artistic and technical training
- Participation in regular rescue trainings running various scenarios both self and assisted rescue
- The Show “LOVE” by Cirque du Soleil
Artist
Cirque du Soleil
03.1994 - 07.2004
- Company Overview: As an artist/aerial acrobat I participated in a stage performance of a live show of Cirque du Soleil “Alegria”
- As an artist/aerial acrobat I participated in a stage performance of a live show of Cirque du Soleil “Alegria”
Education
Master degree diploma -
Russian State University of Physical Culture and Sports
06.1980
High school diploma -
06.1974
Skills
- Show/theater production
- Rigging technician
- Rigging fundamentals
- Acrobatic rigging
- Entertainment rigging
- Safety standards
- Competent Person certification
- OSHA 10 certification
- Fall protection training
- Aerial rescue training
- BBP clean-up training
- Wire Rope Inspection training
- Petzl gear inspection training
- Working at height
- Climbing
- Maneuvering at height
- Power tools
- Hand tools
- Rope Access climbing standards
- Safety procedures
- Harness inspection
- Harness maintenance
- Communication via radio
- Communication via intercom headset
- Microsoft Office suite
Skills/certifications
- Competent Person certified
- OSHA 10 certified
- Trained in fall protection and aerial rescue
- Trained in BBP clean-up
- Wire Rope Inspection trained
- Petzl gear inspection trained
- Ability to safely and confidently work, climb and maneuver at height
- Ability to use power tools and hand tools effectively
- Knowledge of Rope Access climbing standards and safety procedures
- Harness inspection and maintenance
- Fluent in English and Russian
- Ability to effectively communicate via radio and intercom headset
- Microsoft Office suite
Certification
- OSHA-10 General Industry Safety and Health
- Fall Protection Training Competent Person
Languages
English
Professional
Russian
Professional
Timeline
Rigging Technician
Cirque du Soleil
07.2021 - 07.2024
Rigging Technician
Mirage Resort and Casino
12.2006 - 08.2020
Artist
Cirque du Soleil
03.1994 - 07.2004
Master degree diploma -
Russian State University of Physical Culture and Sports