Scenic Arts Craftsperson, Senior | Part-Time | SeaWorld San Diego

SeaWorld•San Diego, CA

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About The Position

SeaWorld San Diego is seeking a part-time Scenic Arts Craftsperson to support entertainment shows, events, and venues. The role performs scenic painting and preparation, troubleshooting, maintenance, and repair of scenic elements, props, equipment, and hardware. It also supports park-wide special events, performs venue and warehouse duties, and follows assigned operating and maintenance procedures. The Scenic Arts Craftsperson works collaboratively with technicians and other team members to support productivity and guest service, communicate operational changes, and help maintain guest, personal, and animal safety. The position requires adherence to SeaWorld policies, SEA Best Practices, rigging standards, safety practices, grooming guidelines, and employment standards. Compensation is $25.20 per hour.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required.
Must be 18 years old for safety-critical positions.
Physically capable of working at heights, including on catwalks and boom lifts or man lifts; lifting 50 pounds or more; and working comfortably around water.
Willingness to walk and stand for long periods in extreme weather conditions.
Willingness to work a flexible schedule that includes weekdays, weekends, evenings, and holidays.
Ability to multitask while maintaining a positive attitude and excellent guest service.
Ability to obtain a driver's license and pass the company test to operate company vehicles.
Basic knowledge of theatrical, artistic, and production painting, fiberglass, and specialty-coating application.
Ability to paint sets or props from an approved design with color elevation, custom-mix colors, and match colors.
Ability to apply scenic paint techniques, including Dutchman and canvas sizing, to set and property elements.
Must be willing to comply with SEA grooming guidelines and employment standards.
Must pass a respirator fit test.
Must be willing to develop professionally and make use of available training, resources, and opportunities.

Nice To Haves

Two years of professional experience as a scenic builder, scenic painter, or equivalent work experience preferred.
Knowledge of basic rigging as it relates to theatrical installation.
Knowledge of mold making and sculpting preferred.
Knowledge of advanced tools and paint applications, including sanders, fiberglass resins, foam coat, airless sprayers, and compressors.
Experience or equivalent work experience operating and maintaining multiple venues simultaneously in a seasonal environment.

Responsibilities

Paint and prepare scenic elements and properties for events as assigned.
Troubleshoot, maintain, and repair scenic elements, properties, equipment, and hardware.
Support park-wide special events with scenic-element setup and strike as needed.
Perform venue-specific maintenance, operation, startup, and shutdown procedures as assigned.
Perform warehouse preparation and maintenance and other behind-the-scenes duties for entertainment shows and events.
Carry out other duties as directed by leadership for the good of the department and park.
Communicate schedule changes, show changes, and other daily operational details with fellow technicians.
Work as part of a team to increase productivity while providing excellent guest service.
Bring potentially dangerous situations to leadership's attention to protect guests, coworkers, and animals.
Maintain park cleanliness, maintenance, and safety standards through assigned tasks.
Demonstrate courteous and professional behavior and respect for team members, performers, guests, and animals.
Follow SEA Best Practices, Rigging Standards, relevant industry guidelines, and safe work habits, including using personal protective equipment and reporting unsafe situations.
Adhere to SeaWorld and departmental policies and applicable grooming and employment standards.
Develop awareness of guest satisfaction with the product.