Seasonal Entertainment Maintenance Technician

• Perform theater/stadium opening and closing duties and daily systems inspections
• Troubleshoot, maintain and repair theatrical equipment including Audio, Video, Lighting and Special Effects
• Ensure assignments are met and department policies are adhered to
• Assist Production team with installations for new shows, special events or Consumer Events
• Monitor and take initiative to ensure assigned show area is 100% show ready, safe and clean at all times
• Work with Stage Manager to complete assigned daily tasks and complete project list items
• Pursue personal development of skills and capabilities for effective performance through ongoing training, project assistance and independent study of each field
• Demonstrate and encourage a positive-attitude work environment
• Perform other duties as assigned

What it takes to succeed:

• Possession of a valid state driver’s license required
• Have a high school diploma or equivalent
• Must be at least 18 years old
• Minimum 1 year experience working in a theme park/theatrical environment with specific training in at least one of the following areas: Lighting, Staging, Video, Audio or Equipment Repair (moving lights, pumps, motors, fixtures, pneumatics)
• Ability to work professionally, responsibly and safely in a team environment
• Be comfortable operating computers and computerized control systems used in theatrical performances
• Have good oral and written communication skills, including the ability to communicate professionally via headset
• Ability to climb a ladder and work at heights between 6 and 65 feet
• Ability to stand, bend or kneel for long periods of time
• Be able to bend, reach, twist and turn with complete flexibility
• Ability to lift, push and pull 50 pounds
• Be comfortable working in theater and outdoor environments (dark/nighttime conditions, in/around water, in varying weather conditions)
• Be comfortable working around animals
• Be comfortable with exposure to noise and vibrations
• Ability to train on and properly use protective gear
• Be comfortable working around fumes/dust/odor
• Be available to work varying shifts or hours based on park hours; i.e be able to work opening and closing shifts, as well as event rehearsal shifts

What else is important:

• Training or certifications for relevant installation, programming, or repair such as Vari*Lite, Robe, Elation, ETC (lighting); Christie, Panasonic, Daktronics, Blackmagic (video); Q-Sys, Shure, Lectrosonic, Dante (audio)
• Experience with industrial vehicles or watercraft, such as a high reach, forklift, scissor lift, barge, john boat preferred
• Basic understanding of the following disciplines: electrical theory, basic carpentry, and handling/setup of pyrotechnic materials preferred
• Ability to read and interpret lighting plots, schematics, and blueprints preferred
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook equal to business needs preferred