Entertainment Stage Technician

Job Summary
The Entertainment Stage Technician is responsible for configuring, maintaining, and operating sound and lighting systems for performances and events at various locations within Gilroy Gardens. This role plays a key part in ensuring high-quality audio and lighting for park entertainment, while maintaining equipment and supporting the Entertainment Department as needed.

The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with sound systems, audio mixing, and basic lighting operations, along with the ability to troubleshoot and adapt in a fast-paced environment.

This is a seasonal position. 16-32 hours a week during spring operation and/ or in accordance to business needs.

Rate : $17.00

Responsibilities:

• Configure and operate sound systems for shows and events across multiple park locations.
• Provide audio support for live performers, including running prerecorded audio and mixing live audio.
• Troubleshoot and maintain park audio equipment to ensure reliability and performance.
• Protect equipment from weather, theft, and misuse, ensuring its longevity.
• Coordinate with IT to provide portable sound equipment for events.
• Perform basic lighting tasks as required, including configuring and maintaining entertainment lighting systems.
• Assist the Entertainment Department with various tasks as needed to support park operations.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Must be at least 17 years old.
• High school or college theater technology classes, community theater experience, or equivalent training required.
• Hands-on experience with wireless and wired microphones, soundboards, amplifiers, and speakers is essential.
• Lighting experience is a plus but not required.
• Basic knowledge of projection video systems is a plus.
• Ability to work both indoors and outdoors in varying seasonal weather conditions.
• Ability to follow written and Oral instructions.
• Ability to organize and prioritize to meet deadlines.
• Able to work days, evenings weekend, and holidays to meet business needs.
• Reliable transportation is required.

Physical Demands:

This position requires physical activities that are appropriate to the role, including lifting, standing, and moving equipment as needed:

• Must be able to carry, push, pull, lift, grip, grasp, and hold objects weighing up to 50 lbs.
• The role demands frequent standing, loud, noise twisting, occasional slippery surfaces, moderate to high heat and humidity
• Moderate sitting, bending, kneeling, and reaching above shoulders.

This job description provides an overview of the general responsibilities and qualifications for the Entertainment Stage Technician position. It does not encompass every task or duty required.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: Up to $17.00 per hour

Expected hours: 16 – 32 per week

Shift:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift

Work Days:

• Every weekend
• Monday to Friday

Ability to Commute:

• Gilroy, CA 95020 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $17