Tech Automation - Cirque Du Soleil - Part-Time - On Call

Specific Job Functions:

• Competently assemble, construct, maintain and operate all automations equipment as needed for training, special events, rehearsals and performances.
• Learn and operate automations cues consistently and diligently during performances.
• Assist with the automation of stage equipment including rigging, lighting, sound, automation, scenery, props, etc. during training, staging, rehearsals and performances.
• Work as a team member in the automations department and in collaboration with carpentry, properties, electrics, sound, rigging, wardrobe and stage management.
• Develop a thorough knowledge of all automation equipment specific to Mystère in order to operate and maintain mechanized and manual equipment safely.
• Assist with the establishment of a safe working environment at all times and conform to all safety standards.
• Available and flexible for day work schedules, work calls, special events, rehearsal, training, maintenance and evening show performances.
• Participate in the regular, thorough and diligent inspection of all installations.
• Assist with the automation department documentation to insure it is current and formally recorded to preserve the original intention of the designers.
• Participate in the documentation of all system and show cue changes and keep a log of all maintenance and regular inspections.
• Act as a professional stage technician with ready access to required hand tools.
• Under the supervision of the head of automation, insure that equipment and supplies are stocked in sufficient quantity to insure the ongoing needs of the production.
• Support the creative team with patience and understanding.
• Perform other related tasks as assigned to you by the head of automation.
• Participate in special projects including the research, purchase and installation of specialty automation related gear.
• Attend to maintenance and inspection of all automation systems, automated equipment, aircraft cable, fall arrest, rescue operations, on a regular schedule to insure thorough, timely scrutiny of all gear within the automations area.
• Assist with the preservation of the on going; long term “opening night” quality and artistic integrity of the production.
• As required by the head of automation, operate the automations control console professionally during sets ups, rehearsals and performances as assigned.
• Assist with the development of special projects including the research, purchase and installation of specialty automation related gear.
• Participate in helpful, respectful and clear communication with other crew, stage management, and production management.
• Ensure the safety and security of equipment and installations at all times.
• Participate on all company required training classes including OSHA 10, fall protection, CPR/AED, lock out and tag out.
• Assist with the load in, performance, and load out of all events inside the Treasure Island Show Room and Mystere Theater.
• Participate in emergency procedure training and practices.
• All other duties as assigned by the head of automation.

Qualifications:

• Must have a minimum of 3 years’ experience as an automation stage technician in the field of live stage performance.
• Must be proficient in the installation and repair of automation related gear.
• High school diploma required.
• Professional automations and hydraulic experience both in repairs and installations preferred.
• Knowledge of OSHA health and safety protocols preferred.

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