Head Event Electrician – Union IATSE 122

ASM Global; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 58,000; Part time

Job summary

Pechanga Arena San Diego is seeking a Head Events Electrician to implement show-specific electrical requests, manage 120–480-volt power distribution, lighting systems, energy conservation, and cable management for events. You will assist front and back of house with power supply and load management.

The role requires 4+ years of hands-on experience with live events or touring electrician work, supervisory experience preferred, and OSHA 30 certification is a plus.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED.
• 4+ years hands-on experience with live events or touring electrician experience with shore power and lighting systems.
• OSHA 30 Hour General Industry Certification preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years supervisory experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and assist in all events electrical work and wiring to ensure the facility meets safety standards.
• Advise promoters, event coordinators, and other arena users on events electrical requirements.
• Assist with special event preparation, conversions, and post event needs.

Skills

Electrical systems

Live events experience

Supervisory experience

Load management

Safety and compliance

Education

High School diploma or GED

Technical school graduate preferred

OSHA 30 Hour General Industry Certification preferred

Tools

Power distribution 120–480V

Lighting systems

Cable management

Job description

REPORTS TO: Operations Manager, Events Manager, Steward FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt, Part-time Base Salary Range: $36.00 Hourly

Union LEGENDS GLOBAL brings a 360-degree, data-driven approach across Global Partnerships, Hospitality, Merchandise, and Attractions, working with top-tier clients to deliver exceptional experiences. The world leader in venue management and live event production, oversees 450+ iconic venues, stadiums, arenas, conventions centers and theaters. Our organization is committed to building an inclusive, innovative environment where differences drive solutions that benefit our team members, guests, and partners. Guided by our values of respect, integrity, and accountability, we create a workplace where everyone can succeed. Are you ready to be part of the team that is transforming live entertainment? Join us to make legends happen! Pechanga Arena San Diego located in the heart of Point Loma and just minutes from downtown San Diego leads indoor venue for concerts, sporting events, and special productions in the area. The PASD team is committed to delivering excellent service and exceeding expectations for clients and guests at every event.

SUMMARY The Head Events Electrician is responsible for; implementing show specific requests specific to Pechanga Arena San Diego, including but not limited to 120–480-volt power distribution, lighting systems, energy conservation, cable management, assisting both front and back of house with power supply and load management.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities Include the following:

• Inspect and assist in all events electrical work and wiring to ensure the facility meets safety standards.
• Advise promoters, event coordinators, and other arena users on events electrical requirements.
• Assist with special event preparation, conversions, and post event needs, as requested.

Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Possess understanding of the operational procedures, facility capabilities, industry terminology, event-related services, and technical requirements for the types of events anticipated at the facility. Demonstrate proper knowledge of all applicable codes, standards, and regulations. Understand and work from general instructions, specifications, blueprints, sketches, and preventative maintenance schedules. Demonstrate ability to carry out tasks in a reliable, productive, and expedient manner and be able to adhere to strict deadlines. Demonstrate knowledge of practices and procedures related to event set‑up and conversions, typical methods and techniques for cleaning and maintaining the facility and proper use and care of hand power tools. Follow oral and written instructions and communicate effectively with others in both oral and written form. Follow all policies/procedures, risk management, safety precautions, rules, regulations, and emergency procedures established at the facility. Work effectively under pressure and/or stringent schedule and produce accurate results.

Education and/or Experience High School diploma or GED; experience in maintenance and repair of building electrical systems; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Graduate of an accredited technical school preferred. Minimum of 4 years of hands‑on experience with live events or as a touring electrician with shore power and lighting systems required. Minimum of 2 years in a supervisory experience role preferred. OSHA 30 Hour General Industry Certification is preferred.

Skills and Abilities Work independently, exercise judgement and initiative. Remain flexible and adjust to situations as they occur. Perform manual labor for extended periods. Ability to work long and irregular hours which may vary due to functions and may include day, evening, weekends, and holidays.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a Team Member to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the Team Member is regularly required to sit, stand; walk; reach with hands and arms; talk or hear. The Team Member must frequently use a keyboard/computer/tablet screen for extended periods of time. The Team Member is occasionally required to lift, push, pull, and move up to 50 pounds or more. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception.

WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those a Team Member encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the Team Member is exposed to large public/private gatherings indoors/outdoors. Team Member will be exposed to outside weather conditions. Team Member may work in confined spaces. Team Member use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) will be required in certain situations. Team Member must comply with all Federal, State and Local regulations and published Company work rules as well as written instructions. The noise level in the work environment is typically low to moderate in office setting and moderate to high during events and around loud machinery. This is an onsite position that requires in-person collaboration with multiple departments and coverage of events from start to finish. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by this position. This is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. All Team Members may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed. Legends Global reserves the right to change or modify the Team Member’s job description whether orally or in writing, at any time during the employment relationship. Legends Global may require a Team Member to perform duties outside his/her normal description.

EEO is The Law - click here for more information Legends Global is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, and encourages Women, Minorities, Individuals with Disabilities, and protected Veterans to apply. VEVRAA Federal Contractor. Applicants that need reasonable accommodation to complete the application process may contact [e-mail]

Our Work Experience is the combination of everything that's unique about us: our culture, our core values, our company meetings, our commitment to sustainability, our recognition programs, but most importantly, it's our people. Our employees are self-disciplined, hard working, curious, trustworthy, humble, and truthful. They make choices according to what is best for the team, they live for opportunities to collaborate and make a difference, and they make us the #1 Top Workplace in the area.