Insomniac - Nocturnal Wonderland 2026 Seasonal Exterior Operations Crew

Insomniac produces some of the most innovative, immersive music festivals and events in the world. Enhanced by state-of-the-art lighting, pyrotechnics, sound design, large-scale art installations, theatrical performers, and next-generation special effects, our events captivate the senses and inspire a unique level of fan interaction. The quality of the Headliner experience is our top priority. Insomniac produces 10,000 concerts, club nights, and festivals for seven million attendees annually across the globe, with events in 13 countries across five continents. Founded by Pasquale Rotella in 1993 and based in Los Angeles, our premiere annual event, Electric Daisy Carnival Las Vegas, is the world’s largest dance music festival, attracting over 525,000 fans over three days.

About the role

Insomniac is looking for Exterior Operations Crew members to support festival builds, shuttle operations, signage, and heavy equipment handling. This position reports to the Director of Exterior Operations.

Available Positions

• Exterior Operations Site Crew / Heavy Equipment Operator: Operate heavy equipment such as forklifts, stakebeds, water trucks, dump trucks, front-end loaders, and skid steers. Forklift certification required; earth-moving equipment and/or CDL certifications and experience are a plus.
• Ext Ops Build Leads: Experienced in festival builds or comparable environments. Leads direct crews in safe job execution, manage vendor coordination (e.g., fence lines, equipment maintenance), and oversee inventory for loading/unloading trucks.
• Signage Crew: Install directional signs around the festival perimeter, including small signs (zip-tied), large overhead truss signs, and parking lot flags. Forklift certification helpful but not required.
• Signage Leads: Direct the signage crew, determine optimal sign placement, and understand patron flow, local area logistics, and key points of interest. Requires prior signage or related experience.
• Shuttle Loader/Unloader: Entry-level role focused on loading and unloading festival attendees from buses on show days. No certifications required.
• Shuttle Leads: Manage shuttle staff breaks, check in bus drivers, troubleshoot issues, and ensure smooth bus operations. Requires prior shuttle or logistics experience.

Requirements

• Clean motor vehicle report and valid driver’s license
• 18 years or older
• Ability to walk long distances and stand for extended periods
• Ability to lift 50+ lbs
• Clean and presentable attire (show blacks)
• Motivated, problem-solving attitude with a sense of urgency
• Heavy equipment certification (for relevant roles)
• OSHA certification (preferred)

Work Environment

• Tolerate loud noise and busy environments
• Work in extreme temperatures
• Willingness to travel frequently, including holidays, evenings, and weekends

Pay

Hourly pay ranges from $16.00 to $30.00 USD, with an expected compensation of $16.90 USD for this position. Pay is based on market location, qualifications, skills, and experience.