2026 Entertainment Technician

Carowinds; Gastonia (NC); On-site; USD 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free admission to Carowinds and Cedar 

Friend/family tickets

10% discounts on food

20% discounts on merchandise

Work with diverse people

Exclusive associate events

Paid training and uniforms

Job summary

Carowinds is seeking a Live Shows Technician to join the Live Entertainment Department. This role supports brand-new live shows, attractions, and events, leveraging audio, lighting, networking, and show-control skills in a dynamic amusement park setting.

Responsibilities include operating equipment, troubleshooting, and collaborating with a team to deliver memorable experiences for guests. Open to those 18+ with training and uniform provisions provided.

Qualifications

• Experience in live show production in a theater or park setting.
• Valid Driver's License.
• Availability to include some weekdays, weekends, evenings, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Create and support engaging live experiences that align with Carowinds core values of Integrity, Courtesy, and Inclusiveness.
• Operate and maintain show rigs, lighting, audio, and control systems as assigned.

Skills

Audio engineering

Lighting tech

Networking

Show control

Master electrician

Equipment operation

Teamwork

Tools

QLab

Mackie

Allen+Heath

DMX control

ETC Consoles

Job description

Help create some of this year's brand-new shows, attractions and events. Do you have previous experience and are looking to continue using your skills in an amusement park setting? Now is your chance to do just that by becoming a Live Shows Technician with Carowinds Live Entertainment Department.

• Technicians with audio, lighting, networking and show control backgrounds.
• Audio Engineers with troubleshooting skills, understanding of signal flow in live mixing; knowledge of QLab playback and show control as well as digital sound consoles such as Mackie and Allen+Heath are a plus.
• Master Electricians to oversee and maintain designated show rigs and control systems. Must be capable of troubleshooting equipment and software problems at a moment's notice. Knowledge of conventional and moving lighting fixtures, DMX addressing and ETC Consoles are a must. Knowledge of Video Walls, Pixel/LED tape and Power Distro Racks are a plus.
• Operate a variety of equipment, as assigned, such as golf carts, forklifts, scissor lifts, boom lifts, construction equipment, and motor vehicles.
• Work individually or in a team setting.

Some of our amazing perks and benefits

• FREE admission to Carowinds and other Cedar Fair parks!
• FREE tickets for friends and family!
• 10% discounts on food and 20% discounts on merchandise!
• Work with people from here, near, and from all over the world!
• Exclusive associate-only events!
• Paid training and FREE uniforms!

Positions are currently available for those who are 18 or older.

Overview

$15-18 per hour!

Help create some of this year's brand-new shows, attractions and events. Do you have previous experience and are looking to continue using your skills in an amusement park setting? Now is your chance to do just that by becoming a Live Shows Technician with Carowinds Live Entertainment Department.

• Technicians with audio, lighting, networking and show control backgrounds.
• Audio Engineers with troubleshooting skills, understanding of signal flow in live mixing; knowledge of QLab playback and show control as well as digital sound consoles such as Mackie and Allen+Heath are a plus.
• Master Electricians to oversee and maintain designated show rigs and control systems. Must be capable of troubleshooting equipment and software problems at a moment's notice. Knowledge of conventional and moving lighting fixtures, DMX addressing and ETC Consoles are a must. Knowledge of Video Walls, Pixel/LED tape and Power Distro Racks are a plus.
• Operate a variety of equipment, as assigned, such as golf carts, forklifts, scissor lifts, boom lifts, construction equipment, and motor vehicles.
• Work individually or in a team setting.

Some of our amazing perks and benefits

• FREE admission to Carowinds and other Cedar Fair parks!
• FREE tickets for friends and family!
• 10% discounts on food and 20% discounts on merchandise!
• Work with people from here, near, and from all over the world!
• Exclusive associate-only events!
• Paid training and FREE uniforms!

Positions are currently available for those who are 18 or older.

Responsibilities

We are here to make people happy!! Carowinds associates are enthusiastic about their work because they create fun and memories to last lifetime! They are crucial to providing guests with a variety of engaging activities that reflect and uphold our core values of Integrity, Courtesy, and Inclusiveness.

Qualifications

• You!
• Must have worked on several previous productions in a fully equipped theater, or similar experience.
• Valid Driver's License
• People who love helping others and will support the needs of our guests and associates.
• Good judgement and a commitment to safety.
• Ability to work and interact with people from diverse backgrounds.
• Individuals with a passion and excitement about Carowinds.
• Availability to include some weekdays, weekends, evenings, and holidays.