General Technician Shipwide

The Walt Disney Company

Job Summary

As a General Technician Shipwide, you'll provide technical assistance for shipwide and island entertainment events. Responsibilities include setting up, operating, and striking audio, video, lighting, and other entertainment systems. You'll manage equipment, including wireless microphones and lighting consoles, perform preventative maintenance and repairs, and assist with contingency planning. The role requires a minimum of two years of experience in a relevant entertainment environment and knowledge of computer systems. This is a shipboard position requiring a valid passport, C1/D Seaman's visa, pre-employment medical, and background check.

Must Have

  • 2+ years experience in entertainment
  • Knowledge of audio/video/lighting systems
  • Equipment setup, operation, and maintenance
  • Valid Driver's License
  • Valid Passport & C1/D Seaman's Visa

Good to Have

  • Trade school/college diploma

Job Description

Job Summary:

Every day at Disney Cruise Line we take pride in bringing the magic of Disney to life. We find joy in creating cherished memories and form genuine connections with our guests. We hold each other to the highest degree and always act responsibly while ensuring the safety of fellow crew and guests. United by our Disney values, we work toward excellence in all we do. As a part of our team, you can live and work in a diverse and inclusive environment amidst a professional and supportive community. If you are ready to create unforgettable experiences and grow as a person and as a professional, apply today.

As General Technician Shipwide, you will provide technical assistance for shipwide and island entertainment events. You will set-up, operate and strike audio, video, lighting and other entertainment technical systems and assist with preventative maintenance and routine repairs.

You will report to the Senior Technician Shipwide

Responsibilities:

  • Install, set-up, operate and strike equipment for assigned shipwide and island events
  • Handle heavy equipment and road cases
  • Manage the daily use of wireless microphones, including frequency tuning, power management and signal path
  • Mix live audio with digital audio consoles
  • Manage sound/mic checks for shipwide venues and performers
  • Operate lighting consoles for intelligent and conventional fixtures
  • Report equipment and consumable challenges
  • Provide preventative maintenance and routine repair of all ship wide equipment
  • Maintain cleanliness of ship wide booths and lockers
  • Help with contingency plans

Basic Qualifications:

  • Minimum two years experience in a relevant Entertainment-based environment
  • Knowledge of computer systems or computerized control systems
  • Trade school/college diploma, preferred
  • Have a valid Driver's License

Additional Information:

This is a SHIPBOARD role

You must:

  • Be genuinely interested in a career at sea and willing to live and work onboard a Disney Cruise Line vessel
  • Be willing to follow and perform safety role, emergency responsibilities and associated responsibilities as specified in the ship Assembly Plan
  • Be willing to uphold the general safety management responsibilities as specified in the Safety Management System in areas and operations under their control
  • If applicable, be willing to share a confined cabin with other crew members and appreciative of working and living in a multicultural environment that has strict rules and regulations


Your Responsibilities:

  • Have a valid passport and C1/D Seaman's visa (DCL will provide you with documents to obtain this)
  • Complete a pre-employment medical
  • Obtain a criminal background check
  • Bring approved work shoes


**Disney Cruise Line is a drug-free workplace. All new hires are required to undergo drug/alcohol testing within the first week onboard and throughout their contracts. Failure to pass the drug/alcohol testing will result in immediate termination.

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