Carpentry/Props Maintenance Technician – ALIZÉ

Carpentry/Props Maintenance Technician – Day Shift

Stage Carpentry

Full-Time Position

We are looking for a Maintenance Technician to join our Carpentry/Props Team. The main objective of this role is to ensure smooth running of the show by completing maintenance, inspections and pre-sets on show elements in accordance with Cirque du Soleil standards and policies. They will also need to accomplish daily tasks associated with training per the artistic schedule. All Technicians will be expected to work with other departments to accomplish the daily needs of the room. The ideal candidate for this position will have the ability to critically analyze problems to find solutions and will have strong organization skills.

The Carpentry/Props Maintenance Technician will:

1. Inspect, maintain and repair stage equipment and props, and update maintenance and inspection records; complete projects, as assigned by management;
2. Maintain documentation and participate in cue track rotation to run the performances, rehearsals, and trainings as directed;
3. Assist with inventory by identifying any additional equipment that may be required and communicate with Lead when necessary;
4. Develop a thorough knowledge of all carpentry and Prop department equipment specific to the production in order to operate equipment safely;
5. Participate in special projects, including the research, purchasing, construction and installation of new show elements, and other projects that may fall within the department’s specialty, as directed; Maintain flexible schedule for such projects;
6. Work with technical management to establish and maintain training and backup plans to ensure continuity of performance operations of the department in the event of unexpected failure of a system, component or piece of equipment;
7. Assist the Technical Director and Production Services in the development and implementation of preventative maintenance routines and inspections – particularly Life Safety and Show Critical;
8. Ensure all departmental designs, equipment, systems, functions, procedures, show tracks, maintenance and inspections logs, special projects, etc. are properly and adequately documented;
9. Adhere to and actively promote all applicable German occupational safety and health regulations, including DGUV standards, the Arbeitsschutzgesetz (ArbSchG), and industry-specific guidelines, to ensure the safe operation of all technical and performance-related elements of the production; participate in all required health and safety classes and emergency rescue procedure training;
10. Assist other departments when necessary for cross-departmental support;
11. Complete all other job-related duties as assigned.

The ideal candidate will have the following qualifications:

1. At least two years of previous experience as a professional Stage Technician working on large-scale productions;
2. Interpersonal skills to deal effectively with all business contacts;
3. Professional appearance and demeanor;
4. Previous experience working with maintenance programs;
5. Previous experience with wood and metal construction, molding/casting, vacuum-forming, hand sewing, use of adhesives, welding, mechanical and pneumatic;
6. Creative thinking ability to use and modify off the shelf items;
7. Scenic and faux painting skills an asset;
8. Ability to operate or train to operate various lifts and heavy equipment;
9. Working knowledge of MS Office: Word, Excel and Outlook; Experience working with AutoCAD/Vectorworks/Solidworks an asset;
10. Knowledge of basic theatrical rigging, basic mechanics, electricity and electronics is an asset;
11. Fluent in English, both written and spoken;
12. Availability to work varied shifts, including weekends and holidays;
13. Qualified Event Technology Specialist (Fachkraft für Veranstaltungstechnik);
14. Certification or experience in handling stage machinery, rigging, and safety equipment (e.g., Sachkundeprüfung, IPAF certification);
15. High School Diploma and or GED required; Completed Ausbildung as Veranstaltungstechniker/in (Event Technician) or equivalent qualification in stage technology.
16. Ability to perform the essential functions of the job including, but not limited to crouching, kneeling, standing, lifting, sometimes for extended amounts of time; operating various lifts and heavy equipment; lifting at least 50lbs unassisted, etc.; Full list of essential functions will be sent in the offer.
17. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions;
18. Verification of the right to work in Germany for Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group.

As you can imagine, working with a circus can be quite different from other organizations, and at Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group, we embrace these differences loudly with enthusiasm. We realize that one size fits none and invite you to come create your own specialized experience with us to see exactly what we’re talking about, firsthand.

Our emotion-provoking shows are just the tip of the iceberg: laced throughout our organization, you will find creative minds who are empowered to use their voices and be themselves, their truest selves. Diversity to us means various perspectives, fresh ideas and continuous improvement of the way we do things. We won’t pretend like we have every answer, that’s why we need you! The employees here are the center of what we do, the voices behind the final product and amazing performances on stage.

When you think of your ideal workplace, what comes to mind? For us, it looks (and really is) like this:

1. Teamwork – we thrive with collaborative teams, regardless of titles or departments;
2. Respect – when we ask someone to join our team, it’s because we trust and respect you;
3. Integrity – whether you work behind-the-scenes or in the office, you’re being counted on. We are a team and integrity goes a long way here, and like we mentioned previously, trust is important;
4. Authenticity – we want you to bring your full self to work, this is a place where you don’t need to fit into a box to belong; diverse perspectives foster even more creativity in the workplace. We embrace the human behind the employee number;
5. Being heard – you have access to everyone in the organization, use your voice on development questions or suggestions on how to improve the experience. We value open and transparent communication, and we want you to be heard!

Come create with us and let us show you what a “circus family” feels like!

Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate against applicants or employees because of their race, creed, color, age, religion, sex, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, military status, national origin or ancestry.