On-Call Wardrobe Technician – 'Auana

Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group•Honolulu, HI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

We are looking for an On-Call Wardrobe Technician whose role, as a part of the Wardrobe team, will be to ensure costume elements are well maintained and the smooth running of shows. Under the leadership of the Lead Wardrobe Technician, all team members are expected to support the show and their co-workers in a positive and professional manner. All duties are to be performed in accordance with department and property policies, practices, and procedures. The ideal candidate will have strong interpersonal and communication skills to work effectively with team members.

Requirements

At least one year of previous experience as a professional costume dresser, including experience in costume repairs and maintenance for a large-scale production show
Previous Show Dressing, laundry and wardrobe experience from a large-scale theatrical production
Basic knowledge of costume/shoe repair, painting, makeup, theatrical wigs and millinery
Availability to work varied shifts, including weekends and holidays
High School diploma or GED completion
Professional appearance and demeanor
Fluent in English, both written and spoken
Ability to obtain OSHA 10 course completion card
Ability to perform the essential functions of the job including, but not limited to: crouching, kneeling, standing, lifting, sometimes for extended amounts of time; lifting at least 50lbs unassisted, etc.
Verification of the right to work in the United States for Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group, as demonstrated by completion of the Form I-9 upon hire and the submission of acceptable documentation (as noted on the Form I-9) verifying one’s identity and work authorization

Nice To Haves

Previous experience working with home/commercial sewing machines and specialty machines
Previous experience working in a multicultural group environment

Responsibilities

Work show tracks which include but are not limited to: dressing, cleaning, laundering, repair/maintenance of costumes, headpieces and accessories, pre-show costume check and pre-set and running show tracks, nightly show laundry and closing procedures
Maintain cue track documentation and participate in cue track rotation and trainings, as directed; Document maintenance practices and repair notes, as needed
Attend Artist trainings and show staging sessions, when needed
Assist with the inventory, ordering and tracking of the department's supplies and equipment and report to the department Lead when needed
Participate in special projects, such as maintenance or construction projects and assisting in PR events that include Costume elements or other needs that may fall within the department’s specialty, as directed; Maintain flexible schedule for such projects
Help with organization and cleanliness of the workspace
Adhere to and promote all Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations as they pertain to the safe operation of all elements related to the show; participate in all required health and safety classes and emergency rescue procedure training
Contribute to a safe and positive working environment at all times by adhering to and following all Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group standards, values, policies and regulations pertaining to safety using equipment and established working methods
Assist other departments when necessary for cross-departmental support
Complete all other job-related duties as assigned