LEGOLAND® FL | Show Technician
RWS Global is a full-service, worldwide production company that provides custom-designed and pre-packaged events and live shows for corporations, theme parks, cruise ships, resorts, and the fashion industry. Established in 2003, RWS Global was built through the dedication of a hard-working team and has experienced continued growth embracing the mission, Raise Your Experience.
About the role
The Show Technician position is responsible for operating show audio/lighting consoles and assisting other departments as necessary. The role requires basic experience with installation projects and technical troubleshooting in the entertainment industry.
Responsibilities
- Operate show audio/lighting consoles (QLab and Yamaha audio board experience required)
- Work cleanly and efficiently to deliver a stunning final event
- Troubleshoot any technical issues with show elements
- Work closely with Stage Manager and Entertainment Team to provide world-class shows
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED (required)
- Vocational or technical training in welding, engineering, rigging, carpentry, electronics, audio, construction, or electrician fields (preferred)
- 1 to 2 years of experience in the technical entertainment field
- Valid driver’s license
- OSHA and similar construction safety certifications (helpful)
Skills
- Basic knowledge of a working theatrical space, including fly systems, rigging, rehearsal schedules, facility requirements, hanging/focusing lighting instruments, audio, running cabling, cable management, basic knots
- Awareness of other aspects of production and their needs from your position and the space
- Basic carpentry, electrics, and ability to interpret and create construction drawings, design drawings, light plots, and ground plans
- Experience with various consoles and QLab Solutions-based troubleshooting
- Friendly and proactive personality with excellent verbal communication and customer service skills
- Ability to interface with clients, coworkers, and laborers to maintain a positive work environment
- Strong organizational skills in both office and on-site settings
- Awareness of job-related dangers and hazards, with a willingness to mitigate risks
- Solid experience with QLab and Yamaha audio board operation, including wireless microphones
Work Environment
- Frequent exposure to unfavorable conditions such as all-weather, cramped, dirty, or unpleasant workspaces
- On-site work in hot/humid, cold/freezing, rain, and snow conditions to meet deadlines
- Regular exposure to hazards, including working at heights over 50 feet, heavy equipment, chemicals, and cutting tools such as saws and grinders
Physical Effort
- Strenuous physical effort, including frequent handling of heavy objects (50-75 lbs.) and heavy hand tools
- Frequent operation of heavy equipment and hand tools
- Prolonged standing, kneeling, and bending
Schedule
Rehearsal: August 24 – September 4
Performance Dates: September 6, 12, 19, 26, October 3, 4, 9, 10, 11, 16, 17, 18, 23, 24, 25, 30, and 31
Pay
$27/hour
Type of Employment: Seasonal
Location: LEGOLAND® FL (Winter Haven, FL) – must be local to Central Florida
Housing/Transportation: Not provided