What are the responsibilities and job description for the Show Shop Technician position at ACOMB OSTENDORF & ASSOCIATES LLC?
Description
JOB TITLE
Show Shop Technician
WORK LOCATION
Burbank, CA
SCHEDULE
Monday – Friday; 9:00 am – 6:00 pm, or as needed
GENERAL JOB DESCRIPTION:
We are looking for Show Shop Technician candidates who are ready to help create next-gen physical entertainment experiences. We are looking for sharp, problem-solving technicians with well-rounded multidiscipline fabrication skillsets. Film industry, live event, and/or theater experience is desired – people who can thrive in projects on fast timelines, where minimal instruction and direction is provided to achieve first-class results. This role reports directly to the Show Systems Leader, and is composite to a larger team of diverse skillsets.
*A PORTFOLIO OR WEBSITE LINK WITH EXAMPLES OF YOUR WORK MUST BE SUBMITTED FOR CONSIDERATION*
Core Responsibilities:
- Assist in the development and fabrication of precision technical and theatrical mockups in different scales and utilizing multiple materials.
- Responsible for maintaining high degree of safety, organization, and cleanliness of the shop and tools
- Daily assessment of shop supplies and machinery condition
- Ability to work both on teams and individually
- Ability to maintain high standard of project confidentiality
- Willingness to learn and teach new methods and skills as applicable
Minimum Requirements:
- Excellent communication skills to collaborate with team members and clients effectively
- Looking for persons with a positive, collaborative, non-competitive nature
- Experienced in precision prototype/mockup fabrication with emphasis in technical theatre
- Experienced with modern computer-aided workflows both for design as well as manufacturing
- Able to follow basic fabrication drawings
- Basic theatrical/film rigging
- Broad mechanical aptitude
- Basic electronic wiring and soldering
- Demonstrated knowledge of basic shop machinery. At a minimum individual should be comfortable with the following machines and processes.
- Chop saw
- Table saw
- Band saw – wood, metal, plastics
- Drill press – wood, metal, plastics
- Use of common hand tools (employer provided)
- Use of screw-guns (Makita, Dewalt, Milwaukee, etc.)
- Grinders/sanders
- Simple clamp and jig setups
Desired Experience
- Experience in the coordination, designing, building, programming and installation of A/V, lighting, projection, and other technical production equipment.
- 3D printing, (SLA, FDM, SLS)
- Laser Cutting
- Manual lathe operations
- Manual milling operations
- MIG/TIG welding (steel); aluminum a plus.
- CNC setups
- Manual drilling/tapping operations
- Knowledge of practical special effects and magic/illusion principles.
- Familiarity with basic Fusion, SketchUp, Rhino, Inventor, or other 3D modeling software.
- Experience with soft goods, such as foam, rubber/silicone, vinyl
- Experience with 2-part catalyzed paint systems
- OSHA-30 Certified
- Forklift certification
- Lift/other certs
AOA Company Information
About Us
From hospitals and astronaut training facilities to restaurants, hotels, and attractions, AOA creates memorable and purpose-driven destinations that surpass expectations and resonate across audiences. As the leading design, production, and project management firm, our team is made up of experts with multifaceted skills that translate across departments, fields, and industries. We handle all aspects of the project life cycle from concept to completion. In short, AOA is as remarkable as the projects we support, and we welcome those who live and work with dedication to quality to join our team.
Benefits and Culture
At AOA, we take our work and fun very seriously, which is why we prioritize our team members above all else. Our culture is built on mutual respect, transparency, and the recognition that we all have personal lives and real obligations outside of work. We support our team members as people first, because we all do our best when we’re at our best. We are proud to provide a robust PTO package, a variety of insurance coverages, and both paid maternity and paternity leave. Our benefits include health and wellness benefits, commuter benefits, special reimbursements for cell phone use, athletic classes, and more. Ultimately, our company is nothing without our team members, and we do all we can to foster an inclusive, supportive, and high-spirited culture.
Core Values:
AOA Vision - To dream, create, and build global experiences of a lifetime.
AOA Mission - To create and build innovative and transformative experiences that astonish and exceed
At AOA, we expect that all employees embrace and uphold our Company Values:
Our Communication is rooted in authentic respect. We recognize that transparency is necessary for building trust and that professionalism is a shared responsibility in all situations.
Our Quality is the gateway to repeat business. We go above and beyond every project to exceed expectations and introduce innovation to novel challenges.
Our Leadership is empowered by organization-wide integrity. We are encouraged to do the right thing, both by acting with productive financial responsibility and by being creative and efficient problem solvers.
Our Teamwork is the foundation of our AOA Family and Community. We work collaboratively to promote diversity in all forms, champion inclusion, and sustain an environment where trust is paramount.
Our Balance is sacred to our quality of life. We want all of our team members to be present at work and in life, to devote time to physical and mental wellness, and to embrace the moment with fun and happiness.
Salary : $70,000 - $90,000