Cruise Ship Theater Automation Operator

The Walt Disney Company; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Major Medical Coverage

Short & Long Term Disability

Life Insurance

Retirement Savings Plan Option

Job summary

Disney Cruise Line in the United States seeks an Automation Operator to manage Entertainment Automation Systems in the Walt Disney Theater, coordinating the movement of stage elements during Broadway/West End style productions and maintaining deck-wide automation and rigging for shows and events.

You will report to the Senior Technician WDT as an Officer-level crew member, participating in load-ins/outs, show installations, equipment testing, vendor support, and company events, with a strong

Qualifications

• Minimum five years show production experience in a similar role.
• Experience operating computerized automation control equipment.
• Experience or qualifications in a theatrical/ Entertainment-based rigging operation.
• Proficiency with hydraulics, electronics, electric motors, motor drives and controls, manual and automated rigging devices.
• Can work at heights and with heavy equipment.

Responsibilities

• Manage the operation of Entertainment Automation Systems at the Walt Disney Theater including all stage scenic elements during shows.
• Oversee the maintenance and safe operation of all rigging equipment used in outdoor shows and events.
• Train in all outdoor rigging positions to safely operate during shows.
• Be an important contributor to the WDT Theater Team with responsibilities for load in and load outs, Cast changeovers, new show installations, equipment tests, vendor support, movie premiers and company events.

Skills

Show production experience

Automation control equipment

Rigging operation

Hydraulics & electrical systems

Work at heights / heavy equipment

Job description

Disney Cruise Line in the United States seeks an Automation Operator to manage Entertainment Automation Systems in the Walt Disney Theater, coordinating the movement of stage elements during Broadway/West End style productions and maintaining deck-wide automation and rigging for shows and events.

You will report to the Senior Technician WDT as an Officer-level crew member, participating in load-ins/outs, show installations, equipment testing, vendor support, and company events, with a strong