Build Crew

DescriptionABOUT USWe are Spartan Race. Our events—Spartan®, Tough Mudder®, DEKA, and Spartan Trail—are built on one powerful idea: to Change 100 Million Lives. We believe that by creating grueling challenges and transformational experiences, we help people conquer obstacles, both on the course and in their daily lives. We are a high-growth, international organization that works hard, plays harder, and redefines what it means to be part of a team. Join us in making a real impact on a global scale.About The GigThis isn't your typical 9-to-5 job. The Spartan Build Crew is the backbone of every Spartan, Tough Mudder, and DEKA event. We're the team of hands-on, hard-working builders who bring our courses to life, creating the legendary obstacles our racers conquer every single weekend. If you're a builder, a problem-solver, a road warrior, or a former service member who thrives on physical challenges and teamwork, this is your gig.The Mission: What You'll DoBuild the Battlefield: Construct or assemble epic obstacles according to Spartan's strict standards. You'll be the one turning blueprints into reality and bringing the course to life.Be a Team Player: Work alongside Spartan staff, local labor, and volunteers. You'll also provide support for volunteers, giving them guidance, education, and any assistance they need.Travel the Country: Your office is the open road. You’ll travel constantly, hitting new locations every week to prepare for events. If you're looking for an adventure, you've found it.Operate Heavy Machinery: Get hands-on with heavy equipment to load/unload trailers and assemble obstacles.Conquer the Elements: This job is for those who are built to last. You'll work long, fast-paced days outdoors, tackling any weather conditions Mother Nature throws at you.Problem-Solve on the Fly: From load-in to load-out, you'll be the one to proactively address and solve any issues that arise, keeping the project on schedule and ensuring a flawless event.Is This You?You have a minimum of three years of experience in the construction industry —we're looking for hands-on experience building things like houses, decks, or scaffolding.You're a road warrior who is ready for a life of travel (approximately 180 days/yr of travel, typically 11+ days at a time).You are physically fit and capable of lifting, pushing, or pulling up to 100 pounds and performing a full range of physical movements in a challenging environment.You're a problem-solver who can think on your feet and work under pressure to meet tight deadlines.You possess a valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.Experience with heavy equipment operation is a plus, but not required.Duties/ResponsibilitiesPeriodically assist the Construction Manager with on-site leadership responsibilities.Possess a strong understanding of onsite operations, processes, and efficiencies.Ensure compliance to safety protocols.Stay up to date and relay new directives or changes to processes.Assist the Construction Manager with the inspection process and race day operations.Oversee a team of Spartan staff, local labor, and volunteers in order to construct or assemble obstacles according to Spartan specifications.Instruct inexperienced team members concerning the assembly process.Ensure crew completes tasks efficiently and effectively.Assist in the load-in/load-out phases of event production.Load/unload trailers using heavy equipment.Operate basic heavy equipment in the process of obstacle construction.Proactively address issues as they arise in order to complete assignments within preset time frames.Work in poor weather and a fast-paced, challenging environment.Instruct volunteers concerning proper enforcement of obstacle rules.Provide support for crew leaders and volunteers in the form of education, food, and any assistance necessary.Proactively address and solve problems as they arise.Serve as a positive representative of Spartan Race, Inc.The above responsibilities reflect management's assignment of essential functions; it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.RequirementsREQUIREMENTS:Communicate and speak effectively before groups of volunteers, contractors, or employees.Minimum three (3) years of experience in the construction industry.Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measurement using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.Hands-on experience building houses, decks, cabinetry, working with trusses or scaffolding, etc..Experience overseeing and managing crews.Basic computer skills (i.e., Excel, Google Docs, email, etc.).Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.Ability to speak effectively before groups of volunteers, contractors, and employees (read and speak conversational English).Willingness and ability to travel 11+ days at a time with approximately 180 days of travel.Frequently works 10-15+ hour days outdoors in adverse conditions for extended periods of time.Demonstrate a full range of movement, including but not limited to lifting, standing, bending, reaching, twisting, and crawling.Occasionally lifts, pushes, pulls, and moves equipment and material weighing up to 100 pounds.Regularly required to stand, walk, use hands and fingers to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls.Must be able to meet deadlines with severe time constraints.Possess a valid driver's license without restrictions; clean driving record.Experience operating heavy equipment is preferred but not mandatory.Occasionally climb ladders and work off elevated surfaces, as well as climb up onto and down from equipment.Ability to hold oneself accountable and an aptitude for prioritizing multiple projects.Strong sense of teamwork with the ability to foster relationships.Proactive, solutions-oriented; capability to identify efficiencies and decrease costs while maintaining a quality workplace environment and product.A collegial approach to a business environment and a cooperative work style.Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.