General Technician Shipwide

Disney Cruise Line; United States; On-site; USD 33,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Disney Cruise Line in the United States invites applications for the General Technician Shipwide role. You will install, operate and strike entertainment tech systems across shipwide events and island venues, ensuring smooth productions and on-time performances.

You will handle wireless mics, console mixing, lighting control, preventive maintenance, and routine repairs under supervision of the Senior Technician Shipwide.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years experience in an entertainment-based environment.
• Knowledge of computer systems or computerized control systems.
• Driver's license is required.

Responsibilities

• Install, set-up, operate and strike equipment for shipwide and island events.
• Handle heavy equipment and road cases.
• Manage wireless microphones: frequency tuning, power management and signal path.
• Mix live audio with digital audio consoles.
• Manage sound/mic checks for shipwide venues and performers.
• Operate lighting consoles for intelligent and conventional fixtures.
• Provide preventative maintenance and routine repair of all ship wide equipment.
• Maintain cleanliness of ship wide booths and lockers.
• Assist with contingency plans.

Skills

Entertainment experience

Computer systems knowledge

Driver's license

Education

Trade school/college diploma

Job description

Every day at Disney Cruise Line we take pride in bringing the magic of Disney to life. We find joy in creating cherished memories and form genuine connections with our guests. We hold each other to the highest degree and always act responsibly while ensuring the safety of fellow crew and guests. United by our Disney values, we work toward excellence in all we do. As a part of our team, you can live and work in a diverse and inclusive environment amidst a professional and supportive community. If you are ready to create unforgettable experiences and grow as a person and as a professional.

As General Technician Shipwide, you will provide technical assistance for shipwide and island entertainment events. You will set-up, operate and strike audio, video, lighting and other entertainment technical systems and assist with preventative maintenance and routine repairs.

You will report to the Senior Technician Shipwide.

Responsibilities :

• Install, set-up, operate and strike equipment for assigned shipwide and island events
• Handle heavy equipment and road cases
• Manage the daily use of wireless microphones, including frequency tuning, power management and signal path
• Mix live audio with digital audio consoles
• Manage sound/mic checks for shipwide venues and performers
• Operate lighting consoles for intelligent and conventional fixtures
• Report equipment and consumable challenges
• Provide preventative maintenance and routine repair of all ship wide equipment
• Maintain cleanliness of ship wide booths and lockers
• Help with contingency plans

Basic Qualifications :

• Minimum two years experience in a relevant Entertainment-based environment
• Knowledge of computer systems or computerized control systems
• Trade school/college diploma, preferred
• Have a valid Driver's License

Additional Information :

This is a SHIPBOARD role

You must:

• Be genuinely interested in a career at sea and willing to live and work onboard a Disney Cruise Line vessel
• Be willing to follow and perform safety role, emergency responsibilities and associated responsibilities as specified in the ship Assembly Plan
• Be willing to uphold the general safety management responsibilities as specified in the Safety Management System in areas and operations under their control
• If applicable, be willing to share a confined cabin with other crew members and appreciative of working and living in a multicultural environment that has strict rules and regulations

Your Responsibilities:

• Have a valid passport and C1/D Seaman's visa (DCL will provide you with documents to obtain this)
• Complete a pre-employment medical
• Obtain a criminal background check
• Bring approved work shoes
• Disney Cruise Line is a drug-free workplace. All new hires are required to undergo drug/alcohol testing within the first week onboard and throughout their contracts. Failure to pass the drug/alcohol testing will result in immediate termination.