Lead Automation Technician – Blue Man Group Orlando

Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 34,440 - 55,104; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental

Life Insurance

401K Plans

Job summary

Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group's Blue Man Group Orlando seeks a Lead Automation Technician to support the Automation & Carpentry Department and run shows with a focus on safety and maintenance of equipment.

The role requires teamwork, strong troubleshooting, and experience with automation systems, rigging, and show control hardware. Weekend and holiday shifts may be required. The position offers a full-time hourly role with competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• The ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Extensive knowledge behind the mechanics of theatrical automated and rigging systems.
• Understanding the type of equipment utilized in automated show control including control consoles, motor control and safety systems.
• Prior experience operating an automation show console for multiple axes preferred.
• Basic knowledge of power transmission components, pneumatics, and electricity.
• Experience working in a harness with tools and equipment while hanging or standing near exposed drop offs.
• Basic knowledge of commonly used rigging equipment, tools, hardware and safe rigging practices.
• Working with rope and knot tying.
• Having a general knowledge of metal shop work and woodworking tools and safe operation.

Responsibilities

• Assist in training members of the Automation & Carpentry Department and provide ongoing training to ensure cue consistency and safety.
• Maintain effective systems for clear communication of notes, scheduling, and other company information to department members.
• Run shows each week on the Automation & Carpentry track.
• Perform all duties on run sheets during show operation in a safe, professional, timely and efficient manner.
• Prepare regular updates to run sheets as needed.
• Participate in all show contingency and emergency evacuation rehearsals.
• Maintain all relevant technical elements of the show under the Head of Automation & Carpentry.
• Troubleshoot technical issues as they arise.
• Maintain inventory records and communicate notes or concerns.
• Support load-in/load-out and cross-departmental needs.

Skills

Teamwork

Automation & Carpentry

Automation show consoles

Rigging safety

Power & electrical basics

OSHA safety awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Theatre/Performing Arts or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft applications

Job description

Full-Time Position Blue Man Group Orlando is looking for a full-time Lead Automation Technician.

Automation & Carpentry Full-Time Position Blue Man Group Orlando is looking for a full-time Lead Automation Technician.

The Lead Automation Technician is the main support for the Automation & Carpentry Head of Department. In addition to running shows, the Lead oversees all technical and safety aspects of departmental equipment including performing general troubleshooting and maintenance. Effective oral and written communication skills are essential, as are interpersonal skills. The ability to work effectively in a team environment is required. The ability to work with established deadlines is required. The ability to work effectively with diverse populations is required. All crew positions work cross-departmentally and are not solely restricted to projects within their department.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Assist in the training of members of the Automation & Carpentry Department in collaboration with the Head of Automation & Carpentry, and provide ongoing training for members of the department to ensure cue consistency and safety;
• Maintain effective systems for clear communication of notes, changes, scheduling, and other company information to members of the Automation & Carpentry Department;
• Run shows each week on the Automation & Carpentry track;
• During the running of the show, perform all duties as outlined on the run sheets (including preset, show cues, turnover, and post-show) in a safe, professional, timely and efficient manner;
• Prepare regular updates to run sheets as needed;
• Participate in all show contingency and emergency evacuation rehearsals;
• Maintain all relevant technical elements of the show under the Head of Automation & Carpentry as directed;
• Troubleshoot technical issues as they arise;
• Maintain open communication about the inventory of equipment and supplies, as well as any show notes, technical problems or concerns;
• Maintenance, cleaning, and organization of workspaces;
• Adhere to safety rules and regulations for locality and department;
• Support gigs, trainings, rehearsals, and marketing events;
• Participate in load-in and load-out and lend assistance to other departments as needed;
• All other work-related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• The ability to work effectively in a team environment is required;
• Extensive knowledge behind the mechanics of theatrical automated and rigging systems;
• Understanding the type of equipment utilized in automated show control including control consoles, motor control and safety systems;
• Prior experience operating an automation show console for multiple axes preferred;
• Basic knowledge of power transmission components, pneumatics, and electricity;
• Experience working in a harness with tools and equipment while hanging or standing near exposed drop offs;
• Basic knowledge of commonly used rigging equipment, tools, hardware and safe rigging practices;
• Working with rope and knot tying;
• Having a general knowledge of metal shop work, performing tasks such as cutting, grinding, drilling, welding and demonstrating the safe utilization of various shop machine and hand tools;
• Having a general knowledge of wood shop work, performing tasks such as cutting, sanding, routing and demonstrating the safe utilization of various shop machines and hand tools;
• Experience with the operation of various lifts including fork trucks, articulating booms, scissor and single man lifts;
• Project Management;
• The ability to work effectively in low-light environments;
• Adhere to and promote all Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations as they pertain to the safe operation of all elements related to the show; participate in all required health and safety classes and emergency rescue procedure training;
• Contribute to a safe and positive working environment at all times by adhering to and following all Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group standards, values, policies and regulations pertaining to safety using equipment and established working methods;
• Assist other departments when necessary for cross-departmental support;
• At least 5 years of previous experience or in a similar environment;
• Working knowledge of Microsoft applications;
• Bachelor’s degree in Theatre, Performing Arts, or a similar field; or equivalent relevant work experience;
• Fluent in English, both written and spoken; Ability to clearly and effectively communicate via headset;
• Availability to work varied shifts, including weekends and holidays;
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the job including, but not limited to: climbing, crouching, kneeling, standing, lifting, sometimes for extended amounts of time; lifting at least 50lbs, working with limited to no visibility;
• Full list of essential functions will be sent in the offer. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions;
• Verification of the right to work in the United States for Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group, as demonstrated by completion of the Form I-9 upon hire and the submission of acceptable documentation (as noted on the Form I-9) verifying one’s identity and work authorization.

This is a full-time hourly position and has a competitive benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, Life Insurance and 401K Plans. The compensation is location-specific and compensation in other geographies may vary. Actual compensation within the pay range will be decided upon elements related, but not limited to: skills, prior relevant experience, and specific work location.

Blue Man Group is a global entertainment phenomenon, known for its award-winning theatrical productions, iconic characters, and multiple creative explorations. Blue Man Group is owned and operated by Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group.

Blue Man Group performances are euphoric celebrations of human connection through art, music, comedy, and non-verbal communication. Since debuting at New York’s Astor Place Theatre in 1991, the live show as expanded to additional domestic residencies in Boston, Chicago, and Las Vegas, an international residency in Berlin, and multiple North American and World tours, reaching more than 35 million people worldwide. Blue Man Group is universally appealing to a broad range of age groups and cultural backgrounds, and continually injected with new music, fresh stories, custom instruments, and sensory stimulating graphics.

Blue Man Group is committed to building a creative and dynamic workplace that celebrates individual differences and diversity and treats everyone with fairness and respect. BMG does not discriminate in practices or employment opportunities on the basis of an individual's race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, age, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, veteran status, disability, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local regulations.