Stagehand/General Technician - Dollywood Theme Park - Full Time Seasonal

The Dollywood Company • Pigeon Forge, TN

2d • Onsite

About The Position

At Dollywood Parks & Resorts, we create memories worth repeating! We are seeking a Stagehand/General Technician who will embody the heart and soul of our mission of creating memories worth repeating while bringing families closer together while caring deeply about our brand. We want to work alongside someone who acts as an extension of our mission, values, and culture. The ideal Stagehand/General Technician will be equal parts curious learner, innovator, administrator, detail driver, mentor, and motivator. This role exists to support the Entertainment Department in performing the general technical duties for various shows and activations in order to provide Park Guests with a high-quality entertainment experience matching the expected level of Dolly and the Dollywood brand. Additionally, the ideal candidate will be able to display and live out Lead with Love qualities, strongly rooted in the Dollywood Company culture, by being patient, kind, trusting, unselfish, truthful, forgiving, dedicated and accountable.

Requirements

• Must be minimum 18 years of age
• High School diploma or equivalent
• Basic computer skills required
• Ability to safely operate company vehicles according to company policy. Must have valid driver’s license, proof of auto liability insurance and acceptable motor vehicle driving record
• Offers of employment are contingent upon satisfactory completion of background screening which includes criminal history and motor vehicle record check
• Must be self-motivated and disciplined
• Must be able to prioritize and complete work assignments on a timely basis
• Must maintain strict confidentiality and judgment regarding privileged information
• Must be committed to continuous improvement
• Must maintain a professional appearance with good personal hygiene
• Must promote and support a “team” work environment by cooperating and helping co-workers
• Must be productive in a fast-paced environment
• Must maintain dependable work attendance and flexibility with assigned work schedules including any required overtime, evenings, weekends and holidays
• Must be sensitive to the needs of our Guests and feel empowered to act to meet their needs within company guidelines
• Must be able to utilize effective communication, problem solving, conflict management and interpersonal skills
• Able to comprehend instructions and retain information
• Able to perform duties consistently while creating a safe and secure environment for hosts and guests
• Able to be flexible and handle frequent changes in priorities
• Able to add, subtract, multiply and divide with accuracy
• Must be able to hear well in noisy environments
• Able to see near and far and have good color and depth perception
• Must be able to operate electrical equipment properly
• Able to communicate over headset and radio
• Must be able to effectively communicate with fellow Guests and Hosts using approved communication methods

Nice To Haves

• Minimum 2 years backstage experience with school, community or professional theaters preferred
• Carpentry and electrical skills preferred

Responsibilities

• Be knowledgeable of assigned location and its technical equipment
• Be knowledgeable of show content and individual productions tracks
• Assist technical set up of shows and activations
• Be able and willing to share knowledge and best use cases with other technical team members
• Must work well with Stage manager, Technical Operations Area Assistant Team Lead, cast and crew
• Responsible for staging and resetting various stages for all shows and activations
• Change stage sets for different shows
• Wear Dollywood Entertainment provided costume or uniform
• Keep work area orderly, neat, safe, and well-maintained
• Assist in other areas of Entertainment Division as directed
• Have a basic knowledge of electricity
• Operate a spotlight

Benefits

• Offers of employment are contingent upon satisfactory completion of background screening which includes criminal history and motor vehicle record check

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED