Entertainment Stage Technician- Full Time/Part Time, Walt Disney World

Job Summary:

Responsibilities:

• Show operation and maintenance of all entertainment technical elements
• Mixing live audio for bands and live events
• Load and launch pyrotechnics for our nighttime spectaculars
• Repair props and puppets used in our live shows
• Program and operate lighting consoles for live shows and special events
• Load in and operate equipment for conventions and special events
• Manage entertainment warehouse inventory and repair high end gear

Basic Qualifications:

• Positive, professional demeanor, and ability to work as part of a team
• Willingness to learn, adapt, and grow skills along with career
• Full-time availability for a flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays
• Able to work in a physically demanding role that requires lifting to 50 lbs. as well as frequent climbing, squatting, and standing for long durations of time
• Must be able to work at heights including rooftops, scissor lifts, boom lifts and ladders
• Comfortable working outdoors in inclement and/or extreme weather conditions in a physically active environment
• Experience setting up, installing, and troubleshooting advanced technology for new productions or events
• Technology savvy with solid understanding of electrical systems and data signal flow
• Troubleshoot and repair show operation equipment
• Valid United States driver’s license and reliable transportation
• Knowledge of theatrical terminology and interpreting documentation

• Live mixing (front of house and monitors)
• Experience setting up and tearing down audio gear (speakers, instruments, etc.)
• Proficient in programming and operating digital consoles and advanced audio programs (Q-SYS, Dante, etc.)

• Read and implement lighting plots
• Experience programming lighting consoles and moving lights
• Understand basic lighting principles
• Knowledge of electrical systems and circuitry

• Live event experience building and operating video systems from scratch
• Video engineering experience for live events in multiple areas (i.e. switching, graphics, editing, etc.)
• Media server and/or projection mapping knowledge
• LED wall installation experience

• Familiar with theatrical overhead rigging practices
• Experience with, and willingness to continue learning about, truss systems, chain hoists, and overhead safety guidelines

• Experience repairing and creating puppets and props
• Able to recreate items based on template or mold

• Relevant experience working in a fast-paced, high-volume warehouse with electronic inventory management systems
• Able to obtain and maintain a CDL B license
• Comfortable checking-in and checking-out all entertainment equipment, including pack and loading trucks for transportation
• Familiar with performing inventory control checks

• Experience with setting up, operating, and maintaining show control systems and equipment for entertainment venues
• Comprehension of networking and IT principles
• Familiar with Navigator, Conductor, Q-SYS, and/or AMX is a plus

• Ability to obtain FL CDL and pass ATFE background check for handling pyrotechnics
• Operate heavy equipment such as Roll Loader, Forklift, Scissor Lift and WAVe Lift
• Warehouse and inventory management experience
• Experience with programming, installation, and operation of live pyrotechnic systems
• Knowledge of special effects systems (i.e. fog, lasers, haze, etc.)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Five (5) years live entertainment experience in increasing roles of responsibility
• Leadership experience
• Advanced networking, programming, and computer skills
• Show control system and automation skills
• Vendor certification on repair of equipment

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