Lead Tech, Scenic Decor & Props - Universal Horror Unleashed

Universal Studios; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 60,000 - 84,000; Full time

Job summary

Universal Destinations & Experiences in Las Vegas is seeking a Scenic Décor & Props Team Lead to direct and coordinate maintenance, installations, and strikes for new design elements. You will oversee shifts, ensure high-quality appearance, and support Technical & Show Management and compliance requirements.

The role requires 3+ years in scenic décor or related field, strong leadership and communication skills, and OSHA 10 as well as LVMPD work card eligibility.

Qualifications

• Previous experience within the scenic décor, set dressing, props, or event installation.
• Strong ability to work in a team environment and provide work direction.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work in a team environment.
• Consistent attendance is a job requirement.
• Able to obtain LVMPD Non-Gaming Work card

Responsibilities

• Plan and delegate tasks to Technical & Show Team Members and communicate performance expectations.
• Reinforce safety guidelines and monitor productivity & collaboration with other departments.
• Document work in Maximo and coordinate design changes with management.
• Coordinate information flow within Technical & Show operations and with other departments.
• Support training for new Team Members and manage training shifts.
• Maintain knowledge of tool and metalworking methods and perform Technician duties as needed.

Skills

Team leadership

Communication skills

Education

Associate/Technical degree

Tools

Maximo

Job description

Job Summary

Supports management in directing and coordinating activities of specific Scenic Décor & Props functions and maintenance efforts. Provides work direction and leads the daily tasks of Team Member work to support the operation and maintenance of décor and props to ensure their high-quality appearance. Leads the team by overseeing shifts, new installations and/or strikes for new design elements and completing administrative duties in support of Technical & Show Management and compliance requirements. Upholds and reinforces company and venue specific policies and procedures. Maintains complete knowledge of their discipline and addresses any technical operational concerns, elevating concerns to the appropriate Technical Supervisor when necessary.

Job Responsibilities

• Responsible to plan and delegate tasks to the appropriate Technical & Show Team Member. Communicates performance expectations in an effort to ensure proper completion of tasks; provides feedback for recognition and performance improvement. Completes necessary reporting and task management through the proper systems including Maximo to ensure effective communication between shifts as well as with Technical Management and Technical Coordinators.
• Actively reinforces company safety guidelines and programs, ensuring compliance and state regulations are adhered to. Monitors Team Member’s productivity, safety, and partnership with other departments. Leads scenic décor and props work startup and stoppage while ensuring compliance with UHU standards and procedures. Monitors care, condition, use and storage of tools and equipment. Maintains material and equipment inventories
• Ensures proper completion of work and documentation within Maximo. Troubleshoots and takes direction for the execution of any Entertainment set and/or design changes within the operation, seasonal offerings, or special events in accordance to the approved design. Captures written behaviors using the Lead Observation-Report to support Technical & Show Management documentation and adherence to state requirements
• Responsible for effectively communicating and coordinating necessary information of the Technical & Show operation to other UHU departments, Technical & Show leadership and affected Team Members. Communicates resources needed and work plans toleadership. Servers as first liaison for the Technical & Show team, Supervisors, and Human Resources.
• Supports training efforts for on-the-job training for all new Team Members and provides training updates to existing Team Members, completing proper documentation of all training completed. Assigns training shifts as necessary.
• Maintains a working knowledge of tools and metal working used in scenic décor and props technologies and industry standards. Steps into assist the operation as necessary by performing Technician job duties. Completes all company mandated training and maintains any state required license renewals.
• Understand and actively participate in Environmental, Health & Safety responsibilities by following established UDX policy, procedures, training, and team member involvement activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY

• Individual Contributor

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Previous experience within the scenic décor, set dressing, props, or event installation.

• Strong ability to work in a team environment and providing work direction.

• Strong communication skills and ability to work in a team environment.

• Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Consistent attendance is a job requirement.

CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

• Local and state required licenses including OSHA 10.
• Able to obtain LVMPD Non-Gaming Work card

EDUCATION

• Associate’s or Technical degree in related field is preferred.

EXPERIENCE

• 3+ years of scenic décor, set dressing or props experience in design, installation, and maintenance with 1 year of providing work direction is required, 2+ years of experience within the professional entertainment or themed entertainment industry is preferred; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

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