Tech IV, Lighting

Universal Orlando • Orlando, FL

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About The Position

Provides the basic technical knowledge needed to successfully operate lighting elements for an assigned entertainment venue, project, or event, ensuring high show quality and a positive guest experience. Under the direction of a Tech II or above, assists with lighting equipment installation and setup, operation, strike, maintenance, troubleshooting, cleaning, and restocking. Operates spotlights during live shows, both cued and non-scripted, and communicates technical problems, issues, and concerns to the team and/or Lead. Follows established Universal Orlando policy, procedures, and training for Environmental, Health & Safety responsibilities and participates in related team member activities. Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• At least 1 year of experience within the assigned technical discipline.
• Basic knowledge of moving lights, conventional fixtures, cables and connectors, power distribution, dimmers, and lighting accessories.
• Computer skills, including Microsoft Office.
• Ability to follow instructions from a Tech II or above and execute them.
• Basic troubleshooting ability.
• Ability to measure continuity and voltage with a meter.
• Good understanding of signal flow, including power and DMX.

Nice To Haves

• Technical school, associate degree, or bachelor's degree.
• Basic ability to read lighting plots.
• Willingness to learn to drive large box trucks up to 26 feet (non-CDL).
• Prior experience in a technical capacity in the professional theme park or theater industry, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Basic knowledge of warehouse heavy equipment, including sit-down forklifts, high-reach equipment, scissor lifts, man baskets, and order pickers.

Responsibilities

• Assist with installation and setup, operation, strike, and maintenance of lighting equipment for an assigned project, event, or venue under the direction of a Tech II or above.
• Apply basic troubleshooting when assembling gear and checking equipment.
• Clean, maintain, and restock lighting equipment returned to the warehouse after a project or event, under the direction of a Tech II or above.
• Operate spotlights for live shows, both cued and non-scripted.
• Communicate technical problems, issues, and concerns to the team and/or Lead.
• Follow established Environmental, Health & Safety policies, procedures, and training, and participate in team member involvement activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed