Electronics Repair Technician (Lighting and Video)

Colour Sound Experiment; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Colour Sound Experiment in Los Angeles seeks a warehouse-based Electronics Repair Technician to test, troubleshoot, and repair moving lights, LED fixtures, consoles, and lighting control systems used for major tours and live events.

You will read PCB schematics, solder/desolder components, and use multimeters and oscilloscopes to verify repairs while maintaining spare parts stock and safety compliance.

Qualifications

• Technical/electronics training and/or hands-on repair experience; background in entertainment or corporate AV/lighting is preferred but not essential.
• Confident reading and interpretation of PCB schematics.
• Soldering/desoldering skills and ability to handle fixtures and related equipment.

Responsibilities

• Test, troubleshoot, and carry out component-level repairs on moving lights, LED fixtures, consoles, and lighting control systems.
• Inspect and maintain automated lighting equipment and keep service records.
• Solder and de-solder components at the PCB level from schematics to diagnose faults.

Skills

Electronics repair

Soldering

Troubleshooting

Reading schematics

DMX/RDM

Electrical safety

Education

Electronics training

Associate's degree or electronics cert

Tools

Multimeter

Oscilloscope

DMX tester

Job description

We are looking for a skilled, warehouse-based Electronics Repair Technician to join our growing Los Angeles repair department. You will be responsible for testing, troubleshooting, and carrying out component-level repairs on moving lights, LED fixtures, LED panels, consoles, and control systems that power some of the biggest tours, festivals, and live productions in North America. This is a hands-on technical role for someone who takes pride in precision, problem-solving, and keeping gear road-ready.

Responsibilities:

• Test, troubleshoot, and carry out component-level repairs on moving lights, LED fixtures, consoles, and lighting control systems.
• Inspect and maintain automated lighting equipment, keeping accurate service, maintenance, and inspection records.
• Solder and de-solder components at the PCB level, working from schematics to diagnose and resolve faults.
• Use digital test equipment (multimeters, oscilloscopes, DMX/RDM testers) to diagnose and verify repairs.
• Maintain sufficient stock of spare parts and consumables to support the ongoing needs of the repair department.
• Maintain a relationship with suppliers to aid in repairing of equipment
• Support quality control and pre-show/pre-tour equipment checks ahead of dispatch.
• Observe safe wiring practices and adhere to all established safety policies and industry standards.
• Maintain a flexible schedule to support show call turnarounds, tour prep, and occasional on-call maintenance.
• Collaborate with the wider warehouse, prep, and logistics teams to ensure equipment is show-ready on schedule.

Qualifications:

• Technical/electronics training and/or hands-on repair experience; a background in entertainment or corporate AV/lighting is preferred but not essential.
• Solid working knowledge of electronics, AC/DC principles, motion control, and digital communications (DMX/RDM, Ethernet-based protocols).
• Confident soldering/de-soldering skills and the ability to read and interpret PCB schematics.
• Ability to perform light mechanical assembly/disassembly on fixtures and related equipment.
• Strong fault-finding and troubleshooting mindset, with good attention to detail under time pressure.
• A team-first, self-motivated attitude, comfortable in a fast-paced warehouse environment.
• Must be at least 18 years of age and legally authorized to work in the United States.
• Must be able to reliably commute to our Los Angeles facility.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior experience repairing moving lights, LED fixtures, or lighting control consoles for a rental house, touring company, or manufacturer.
• Familiarity with major moving-light and control platforms (e.g., Robe, Clay Paky, MA Lighting, ETC, Chauvet Professional).
• Associate's degree or vocational certification in electronics, mechatronics, or a related technical field.
• Experience using digital test equipment such as multimeters, oscilloscopes, and DMX/RDM testers.

Skills and Attributes:

• Regularly required to stand, bend, kneel, and work at a bench for extended periods.
• Ability to lift and carry equipment up to 50 lbs. unassisted.
• Work is performed primarily in a warehouse setting; exposure to typical warehouse conditions (noise, dust, varying temperatures).
• Manual dexterity and close-vision work (soldering, small-component handling) required.
• Occasional evening, weekend, or on-call availability may be required to support show and tour schedules.