Overview:
Join our dynamic team at Six Flags Great Escape as an Entertainment Technician! In this vital role, you'll be at the heart of our thrilling live shows, ensuring that every performance dazzles with captivating sound and stunning lighting. If you have a passion for the performing arts and thrive in a fast-paced, creative environment, this is your chance to play a key role in delivering unforgettable experiences to our guests. Bring your technical expertise and creativity to life as you collaborate with talented performers and production teams, making magic happen on stage!
Responsibilities:
Perform daily operational duties to assist the department to include covering open positions, communicating show changes, schedule changes and other details and sharing information with co-workers and management.
Perform all assignments and responsibilities as outlined for a stagehand, spotlight operator, light board operator, audio operator, special effects operator, and camera operator.
Operate a spotlight, light board, audio console, video camera, and/or special effects equipment for shows and special events in the park.
Will occasionally perform stagehand show scene shifts and other behind the scene duties for shows
Qualifications:
Provide basic troubleshooting and maintenance for scenic elements, sound system, video equipment, special effects equipment, lighting system, lighting fixtures or other technical components.
Maintain cleanliness and maintenance standards through all assigned tasks.
Consistently set the example for following all park policies and procedures.
Maintain departmental and area safety policies and procedures.
Perform other functions as directed by management for the good of the department and park
Knowledge of technical theater, including but not limited to: theater safety, audio and lighting systems, special effects, video, theatrical scenery and drapery, set decorating, scenic and prop construction, maintenance and repair.
College level experience in Theatre or related discipline or equivalent related employment experience
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Must be able to work flexible schedule including: early mornings/days/evenings/late nights/weekends/holidays.
Must be team-oriented with a positive attitude
Be capable of successfully interacting with various entertainers, technicians, outside contractors, entertainment and park staff, and personnel from other departments.
Ability to handle multiple projects and tasks simultaneously
Hands on capability to operate technical equipment and troubleshoot technical problems
Must be able to work both indoors and outdoors in all types of weather conditions and in both natural and artificial lighting
Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
Why work with us?
Pay Range: $18.00 - $22.00/hour depending on experience
Paid training
DailyPay +ndash; work today, get paid tomorrow
Advancement opportunities
Free admission to ALL Six Flags parks, including White Water Bay
Free tickets for friends and family
Discounts on passes, food, and merchandise
Exclusive employee events
Dental + Vision insurance coverage
Fun rewards, benefits, and more!
