Lead Technician, Lighting - Universal Horror Unleashed

Referral Job Portal; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Universal Horror Unleashed at Universal Destinations & Experiences seeks a Lighting Technician to support installation, maintenance, and daily operation of theatrical and themed entertainment lighting systems, including automated fixtures, LED pixel-mapping, and dimming infrastructure. You will provide work direction to team members to maintain high-quality illumination.

The role requires coordinating with Show Control, A/V, and leadership, ensuring safety standards, and handling programming

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with automated moving-head luminaires (Robe, ETC, Chauvet, Martin)
• Proficiency with theatrical lighting control consoles (ETC Eos, grandMA2/3)
• Knowledge of DMX512/RDM, Art-Net, sACN networks
• Experience with LED luminaires and pixel-mapping
• Ability to read lighting plots and DMX patch documentation

Responsibilities

• Direct daily lighting tasks for team members and perform pre-show checks and focus for automated and conventional luminaires.
• Lead startup/shutdown, rigging, and safety procedures using aerial work platforms and ladders.
• Troubleshoot and resolve lighting system issues and document changes in Maximo.
• Coordinate with Show Control, A/V, and leadership for lighting integration.
• Support training and certification documentation for team members

Skills

Moving-head luminaires

Lighting consoles

DMX/RDM Protocols

LED pixel-mapping

Rigging safety

Education

Associate's or technical degree in Theatrical Production

Tools

ETC Eos family consoles

grandMA2/3

Avolites/Chamsys (plus)

Job description

JOB SUMMARY

Supports management in the installation, maintenance, and daily operation of theatrical and themed entertainment lighting systems at Universal Horror Unleashed, including automated fixtures, conventional lighting, LED pixel-mapping systems, dimming/relay infrastructure, and network-based lighting controls. Provides work direction to Team Members to maintain high-quality illumination and atmospheric effects consistent with approved show design. Oversees daily shifts, lighting installations and strikes, seasonal programming updates, focus and position maintenance, and related administrative duties. Reinforces company and venue-specific policies, including work-at-height and electrical safety standards, while addressing technical concerns and escalating critical issues to Technical & Show leadership as needed.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Plans, assigns, and directs daily lighting tasks for Lighting Team Members, including pre-show fixture checks, lamp replacement, color media changes, DMX/RDM verification, console programming backups, and position/focus checks for automated and conventional luminaires. Communicates performance expectations and supports proper completion of assigned work. Completes required reporting and task management in Maximo to support communication between shifts, Technical Management, and Technical Coordinators.
• Reinforces company safety guidelines, OSHA standards, applicable state regulations, and UHU operating procedures. Leads lighting system startup and shutdown processes and oversees the safe use of aerial work platforms, extension ladders, and related equipment during rigging, focusing, and maintenance activities. Monitors the condition of fixtures, dimmer racks, relay systems, and DMX distribution infrastructure, and supports proper storage of gel media, gobos, consumables, and rigging hardware in accordance with venue safety standards.
• Ensures proper completion of work orders and documentation within Maximo. Troubleshoots and resolves lighting system issues involving automated fixtures, conventional theatrical luminaires, LED and pixel-mapping systems, DMX512/RDM distribution, Art-Net and sACN infrastructure, dimmer/relay systems, and lighting control consoles. Executes approved programming changes, focus and position adjustments, beam, iris, color, and gobo updates for daily operations, seasonal events, and special programming in accordance with approved lighting design. Documents Team Member observations using the Lead Observation Report.
• Communicates and coordinates lighting system status, operational updates, and technical needs with Show Control, Audio/Visual, Special FX, Operations, and Technical & Show leadership to support cohesive integration of lighting within the overall show experience. Communicates resource needs, inventory levels, work plans, and operational concerns. Serves as a primary point of contact between the lighting team and appropriate leadership.
• Supports on-the-job training for new Lighting Team Members and provides refresher training to existing Team Members. Training areas may include DMX/RDM fundamentals, console programming, automated fixture maintenance, rigging, safe work-at-height practices, and lamp/LED handling and disposal procedures. Completes required training documentation and assists with assigning training shifts as needed.
• Maintains current working knowledge of conventional and automated luminaire technology, dimming and switching systems, DMX512/RDM protocol, network-based control protocols, LED driver and pixel-mapping systems, and lighting control console platforms. Stays informed of relevant USITT and ETCP industry standards. Performs Technician-level duties as operationally necessary, completes company-required training, and maintains any required state licenses or 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 responsibilitiesin accordance withthe organization's policies and applicable laws.

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, skills, and/or abilities (KSAs)required.

• Previous hands-on experience with automated moving-head luminaires (wash, spot, beam, and hybrid fixture types) from manufacturers including Robe, ETC, Chauvet Professional, Martin Professional, or equivalent.
• Proficiency with theatrical lighting control consoles, specifically the ETC Eos family (Eos Ti, Ion Xe, Element) and/or grandMA2/3 is required; experience with Avolites or Chamsys platforms is a plus.
• Solid working knowledge of DMX512/RDM protocol, Art-Net, and sACN network-based lighting control.
• Experience with LED luminaire systems, pixel-mapping software and hardware, and LED driver configuration.
• Working knowledge of conventional theatrical dimmer and relay systems, including ETC Sensor+ and Unison architectural control platforms.
• Ability to read and interpret lighting plots, instrument schedules, focus charts, and DMX patch documentation.
• Strong ability to work in a team environment and provide clear work direction.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• 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.
• Aerial Work Platform (AWP/Scissor Lift) operator certification required.
• ETCP Certified Entertainment Electrician preferred.
• ETC Eos family console certification preferred.
• Must be able to obtain LVMPD Work card.

EDUCATION:

• High school degree or GED is required; Associate's or Technical degree in Theatrical Production, Entertainment Technology, or a related field is preferred.

EXPERIENCE:

• 3+ years of technical experience in design, installation, and maintenance of entertainment systems 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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