2026 Entertainment Technician

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

Benefits offered by this job

Free admission to Carowinds and Cedar 

Free tickets for friends and family

10% food, 20% merch discounts

Work with people from around the world

Exclusive associate-only events

Paid training and free uniforms

Job summary

Carowinds is seeking a Live Shows Technician to support the Entertainment Department in creating brand-new shows and events. Helpers will work with audio, lighting, networking, and show control, applying knowledge of QLab and digital consoles.

Roles include operating equipment and collaborating with teams to deliver entertaining experiences for guests. Position requires flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifications

• Experience in live production environments is required.
• Driver's license is preferred.
• Ability to work with diverse teams and fast-paced schedules.

Responsibilities

• Create engaging live shows and experiences in the park.
• Collaborate with entertainment team to run audio, lighting, and show control as needed.
• Maintain safety and reliability of equipment and rigs.

Skills

Audio background

Lighting background

Networking background

Show control

QLab

Mackie

Allen+Heath

Tools

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.