Entertainment Audio Technician - $15.00/HR

Six Flags Great America & Hurricane Harbor; Evanston (IL); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Six Flags Great America & Hurricane Harbor in Evanston, IL seeks a light/tech crew member to support live events and performances. You will operate light boards, audio consoles and special effects equipment, ensuring shows run on time and as designed by management.

Role requires climbing ladders, working at height, lifting up to 50 pounds and outdoor conditions. Applicants should be team players with a professional, proactive attitude and strong safety awareness.

Qualifications

• Minimum Age: 18.
• Shifts are dependent on production needs.
• Knowledge of technical theater, including safety, audio, lighting, special effects, maintenance and repair.
• Must lift 50 pounds and stand for the length of shift.
• Must work with ladders, scaffolding or lifts.
• Must be willing to work outdoors in various weather conditions.
• Professional, self-motivated, able to multi-task with enthusiasm.
• Strong teamwork skills and ability to work with others.

Responsibilities

• Operate a light board, audio console and special effects equipment for park shows and events.
• Perform all shows on time and as designed by management.
• Execute cues as set by Production Staff and Management; maintain direction during show's run.
• Provide basic troubleshooting and maintenance for sound, lighting and effects equipment.
• Participate in rehearsals and operation under Production Staff direction.
• Navigate around scenic elements in potentially dark spaces.
• Climb ladders and work at heights above 35 feet; lift over 50 pounds.
• Keep venues clean and safe, including restrooms and storage areas.
• Operate and maintain tools safely with PPE.
• Assist in managing the House before/after shows and help guests.

Skills

Technical theater knowledge

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Flexible / multi-tasking

Tools

Audio console

Lighting systems

Special effects equipment

Job description

Summary of Job: To support the technical aspects of live events and performances

Overview:

Summary of Job: To support the technical aspects of live events and performances

Responsibilities:

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Operate a light board, audio console, special effects equipment for shows and special events in the park.
• Perform all shows on time and as designed by Full Time Management.
• Execute cue as set by the Production Staff and Full Time Management. The performance will not vary from the direction set during the production period throughout the course of the show’s run.
• Provide basic troubleshooting and maintenance for sound system, special effects equipment, lighting system, lighting fixtures or other technical components.
• Be involved in the rehearsal and operation of your respective productions under the direction of the Production Staff.
• Navigate in, on, or around scenic elements associated with specific production in potentially dark and restrictive spaces.
• Required to climb ladders and work at heights in excess of 35 feet and lift more than 50 pounds.
• Maintain clean and safe atmosphere in all areas of a specific venue. This may include, but not limited to sweeping, mopping, cleaning up trash, cleaning restrooms, and cleaning the storage/shop area.
• Operate and maintain tools and equipment in a safe manner and utilize all appropriate Personal Protection Equipment.
• Help to manage and maintain the House before and after show, to assist guests with questions and to help clean the house in preparation for the next performance.
• Adhere to and enforce all park policies and procedures as outlined in the Seasonal Handbook and the Department Standard Operating Procedure Manual.
• Wear and maintain park issued uniform. Team Member is required to provide black steel-toed shoes.
• Immediately report any unsafe acts to the unit Stage Manager.
• Train new personnel as needed.

Qualifications:

Skills and Qualifications:

• Minimum Age: 18
• Shifts are dependent on production needs
• Knowledge of technical theater, including but not limited to: theater safety, audio and lighting systems, special effects, maintenance and repair.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds and stand for the length of shift
• Must be able to work with ladders, scaffolding or lifts
• Must be willing to work outdoors in various weather conditions
• Must be professional, self-motivated, the ability to multi-task and have an enthusiastic attitude
• Must have strong teamwork skills and the ability to work with others