Entertainment Stage Technician - Full Time, Walt Disney World

The Entertainment Stage Technician will have the experience of watching Guests react as they are transported by live shows, parades, and spectaculars across the Walt Disney World Resort. As an Entertainment Stage Technician, you will install, operate, and maintain the lighting, audio, props, video, pyrotechnics, automation, and rigging for dozens of live shows and special events across our Parks and Resorts daily. Responsibilities : Show operation and maintenance of all entertainment technical elementsMixing live audio for bands and live eventsLoad and launch pyrotechnics for our nighttime spectacularsRepair props and puppets used in our live showsProgram and operate lighting consoles for live shows and special eventsLoad in and operate equipment for conventions and special eventsManage entertainment warehouse inventory and repair high end gear Basic Qualifications : Must be at least 21 years of ageValid United States driver’s license and reliable transportationPositive, professional demeanor, and ability to work as part of a teamWillingness to learn, adapt, and grow skills along with careerFull-time availability for a flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidaysAble to work in a physically demanding role that requires lifting up to 50 lbs. as well as frequent climbing, squatting, and standing for long durations of timeMust be able to work at heights including rooftops, scissor lifts, boom lifts, and laddersComfortable working outdoors in inclement and/or extreme weather conditions in a physically active environmentExperience setting up, installing, and troubleshooting advanced technology for new productions or eventsTechnology savvy with solid understanding of electrical systems and data signal flowTroubleshoot and repair show operation equipmentKnowledge of theatrical terminology and interpreting documentation Specializing in one or more of the following technical disciplines is required: Audio Live mixing (front of house and monitors)Experience setting up and tearing down audio gear (speakers, instruments, etc.)Proficient in programming and operating digital consoles and advanced audio programs (Q-SYS, Dante, etc.) Lighting Read and implement lighting plotsExperience programming lighting consoles and moving lightsUnderstand basic lighting principlesKnowledge of electrical systems and circuitry Video Live event experience building and operating video systems from scratchVideo engineering experience for live events in multiple areas (i.e. switching, graphics, editing, etc.)Media server and/or projection mapping knowledgeLED wall installation experience Rigging Familiar with theatrical overhead rigging practicesExperience with, and willingness to continue learning about, truss systems, chain hoists, and overhead safety guidelines Props & Puppets Experience repairing and creating puppets and propsAble to recreate items based on template or mold Show Support Warehouse Relevant experience working in a fast-paced, high-volume warehouse with electronic inventory management systemsAble to obtain and maintain a CDL B licenseComfortable checking-in and checking-out all entertainment equipment, including packing and loading trucks for transportationFamiliar with performing inventory control checks Show Control / Automation Experience with setting up, operating, and maintaining show control systems and equipment for entertainment venuesComprehension of networking and IT principlesFamiliar with Navigator, Conductor, Q-SYS, and/or AMX is a plus Pyrotechnics & Special Effects Ability to obtain FL CDL and pass ATFE background check for handling pyrotechnics Operate heavy equipment such as Roll Loader, Forklift, Scissor Lift and WAVe LiftWarehouse and inventory management experienceExperience with programming, installation, and operation of live pyrotechnic systemsKnowledge of special effects systems (i.e. fog, lasers, haze, etc.) Preferred Qualifications: Five (5) years live entertainment experience in increasing roles of responsibilityLeadership experienceAdvanced networking, programming, and computer skillsShow control system and automation skillsVendor certification on repair of equipment Additional Information : SUBMITTING YOUR APPLICATION After clicking “Apply Now” below, the employment application will open in a new window. Please complete ALL pages of the application by clicking “Next” on each page, then “Submit” on the final page. KEYWORD: WDW Casting wdwcasting WDW Stage TechWDW: Walt Disney World Casting Hourly Jobs The pay rate for this role in Florida is $24.00 per hour. Select benefits may be provided as part of the compensation package, such as medical, financial, and/or other benefits. To learn more about our benefits visit: https://jobs.disneycareers.com/benefits.