What are the responsibilities and job description for the Automation & Effects Technician position at Sight & Sound Brand?
Sight & Sound is an organization comprised of people with diverse talents coming together as one in Christ to tell His story through who we are and what we do. We foster a culture of love for God and love for others, trust and teamwork, and a collaborative environment in which we get to do our best work every day.
The Automation & Effects Technician role assists the A&E designers to research, develop, construct, install, document, program, implement, maintain, and update systems relating to industrial control, show control, animated figure control and mechanicals. They assist in the design and implementation of special effects for new shows, existing shows, and special projects. They learn and understand show related programs and systems to be able to troubleshoot and repair them.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Assist A&E Designers with development, construction, installation, documenting, programming, implementation, maintaining, and updating effects, controls and special projects with the intention of learning and understanding projects and systems at a level that would enable independent repair and troubleshooting.
- Prove and test developed systems and commission them for use by providing necessary training and documentation to users.
- Ensure that all efforts are in conformity with the National Electric Code and approved Sight & Sound construction practices.
- All other duties as assigned.
Prerequisites:
- Basic electronic and electrical skills with equipment programming knowledge
- Proficient with shop and hand power tools
- Computer skills including hardware, software, and networks
- Familiarity with industrial and/or theatrical control systems including industrial motor drives and human mechanical interface (HMI)
- Excellent customer service and communication skills
In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.
