Entertainment Technician

Miral Experiences; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 89,000 - 167,000; Full time

Job summary

Miral Experiences in the United Arab Emirates seeks an experienced AVL Technician to set up, operate, and maintain audio, video, lighting, and show control systems for live events.

You will perform daily checks, preventive maintenance, and troubleshoot issues in real-time to minimize downtime and disruption of shows. The role requires strong technical skills, English proficiency, and the ability to work long hours on-site.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Proven experience working with audio, video, lighting, and special effects equipment in a live entertainment or event production environment.
• Electrical, Electronics, IT and IT Network experience.
• Knowledge of operating Entertainment shows systems and show control systems.
• Keen interest in technology and familiarity with latest technologies.
• Proven ability in troubleshooting.
• Able to spend long hours standing.
• Clear understanding of English.

Responsibilities

• Take an active role in setting up, operating, and maintaining AVL and technical operations.
• Conduct daily checks, startup, closing procedures, preventive and corrective maintenance of AVL and Network systems around the park.
• Minimize downtime by performing preventive maintenance activities in accordance with manufacturer's requirements.
• Troubleshoot technical issues in real-time, ensuring minimal disruption to live show & events and the daily operation.
• Alone or part of a team you will support production teams, event sales teams to meet technical requirements and ensure smooth operations of shows and events and smooth running of the parks daily.
• Ensure that all corrective maintenance is performed effectively to prevent recurring issues.
• Attend briefings, training sessions, and development programs to promote personal growth.
• Follow safety best practices and report issues promptly.
• Collaborate with team to foster a supportive environment.

Skills

Audio setup

Video systems

Lighting control

IT networking

Troubleshooting

English proficiency

Schematic reading

Show control experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Show control software

DMX lighting controllers

Networking hardware

Job description

• Take an active role in setting up, operating, and maintaining audio, video, lighting equipment, and technical operations.
• Conduct daily checks, startup, closing procedures, preventive and corrective maintenance of AVL and Network systems around the park.
• Minimize downtime by performing preventive maintenance activities in accordance with manufacturer's requirements.
• Troubleshoot technical issues in real-time, ensuring minimal disruption to live show & events and the daily operation
• Alone or a part of a team you will support production teams, event sales teams to meet technical requirements and ensure smooth operations of shows and events and smooth running of the parks on a daily basis.
• Ensure that all corrective maintenance is performed effectively to prevent recurring issues.
• Attend briefings, training sessions, and development programs to promote personal growth.

Job Description

ROLE SCOPE

Areas of Responsibilities

Technical Support

• Take an active role in setting up, operating, and maintaining audio, video, lighting equipment, and technical operations.
• Conduct daily checks, startup, closing procedures, preventive and corrective maintenance of AVL and Network systems around the park.
• Minimize downtime by performing preventive maintenance activities in accordance with manufacturer's requirements.
• Troubleshoot technical issues in real-time, ensuring minimal disruption to live show & events and the daily operation
• Alone or a part of a team you will support production teams, event sales teams to meet technical requirements and ensure smooth operations of shows and events and smooth running of the parks on a daily basis.
• Ensure that all corrective maintenance is performed effectively to prevent recurring issues.
• Attend briefings, training sessions, and development programs to promote personal growth.

Quality Assurance

• Follow best practices for equipment setup, operation, and safety whilst following the business's safety requirements.
• Conduct quality checks as required by the Maintenance Management System to maintain high standards of maintenance and operation and report any issues in a timely fashion.
• Complete and submit all preventive and corrective maintenance checklists to Team Leaders by the designated deadline.

Reporting

• Report any issues that occur in a time fashion to the shift supervisor.
• Report equipment faults, troubleshoot equipment and system faults.

Collaboration

• Foster a collaborative and innovative environment within the Entertainment technical team, supporting and guiding each other along with new team members.

Qualifications

Essential

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Proven experience working with audio, video, lighting, and special effects equipment in a live entertainment or event production environment.
• Electrical, Electronics, IT and IT Network experience
• The knowledge of operating of Entertainment shows systems and show control systems are a must.
• Keen interest in technology. Familiar with latest technologies and implementation.
• Proven ability in troubleshooting.
• Problem solving skills.
• Able to adhere to strict timelines.
• Clear understanding of both written and spoken English.
• Computer skills.
• Ability to understand one line drawings and schematics.
• Able to spend long hours standing if required.
• Possess a firm knowledge of installation tools and have the ability to use them.
• Ability to lift at least 25 kg.

Desirable

• Technical training or certification in Audiovisual Technology, Electrical Engineering, Information Technology, Electronics Engineering or related field Highly preferred.
• Strong troubleshooting skills and the ability to quickly diagnose and resolve technical issues under pressure.
• Theater background
• Previously worked at theme park.
• Operated audio and lighting systems for live entertainment.
• Component repairs of audio, lighting, and video equipment.
• People person who works well alone and as part of a larger team.
• Self-motivated and wants to get the job done.
• Knowledge of show, automation, and digital signal processing is an advantage.
• Has system integration and design knowledge.

About Us

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