What are the responsibilities and job description for the Entertainment Technician (Repair Technician), Sesame Place California position at Sesame Place San Diego?
What you get to do:
- Participates as an integral contributor to the Entertainment Operations Department.
- Troubleshoot, maintain and/or repair of all technical equipment within the park
- Executes the operation of Show Product in one of the following disciplines, Audio, Multi-Media, Master Electrician, Lighting Board Operator, Spot Operator, Deck Hands, Fly Rail, Dressers
- Support Park wide special events with set-up, operation and strike of technical equipment as needed
- Collaborates with Entertainment Production/Operations, Theming, and Theatrical Services teams to achieve project goals and objectives.
- Works with outside contractors.
- Maintain the parade floats and props used in various shows and events
- Operate the audio, lights and video during shows and events
- Drive parade floats when necessary
- Consistently demonstrates courteous and professional behavior in all work aspects with all ambassadors and guests.
- Maintains a professional appearance that meets grooming standards
- Perform and complete assigned tasks from management as needed
- Consistently practice safe work habits including the use of Personal Protection Equipment (PPE), lifting, and reporting unsafe situations
What it takes to succeed
- Knowledge of technical theater practices and equipment.
- Experience with hand tools, powered drills and soldering equipment preferred.
- Ability to lift and move 50 pounds required.
- Ability to climb into and out of, as well as operate in, confined spaces required.
- Ability to operate in loud conditions with hearing protection required.
- Valid US Driver’s License required.
- Proven Technical skills, strong communication skills; positive attitude, team player; multi-tasking skills, collaboration skills
- 2 years entertainment production, operation or equivalent experience required.
- Ability to stand, walk, and work for prolonged periods of time in extreme weather conditions with or without shade.
- Able to work outdoors in all weather conditions with or without shade
- Willingness to work a flexible schedule to include weekdays, weekends, evenings, overnight and holidays required.
- Be willing to comply with all SEA grooming guidelines and employment standards.
- Ability to successfully complete all legal, company and department training requirements to include but not limited to passing required tests and certifications within established timelines
In-Person Skills Testing Required!
What else is important:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- 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
- Ability 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
- Be able 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
Compensation: 20.00 USD Hourly
