Lighting Control Technician

PORT; Seabrook (NH); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

PORT is seeking a hands-on Lighting Control Technician to install, commission, program, maintain, and troubleshoot lighting control systems in complex, high-visibility environments. You will work at the intersection of field execution, system programming, creative intent, and client service—ensuring every system is safe, documented, reliable, and ready to perform.

This role requires technical curiosity, problem-solving, and ability to collaborate with both technical and non-technical

Qualifications

• Experience installing, commissioning, programming, configuring, maintaining, or troubleshooting lighting control systems.
• Proficiency in lighting control programming and configuration using standard control methods.
• Strong troubleshooting skills and calm under time-sensitive challenges.
• Ability to read drawings, specifications, and project documentation.
• Good client-facing communication and collaboration with teams.

Responsibilities

• Install lighting control systems per drawings, specs, and site rules.
• Verify wiring, interfaces, labeling, and readiness for commissioning.
• Commission, program, configure, and test scenes, zones, schedules, and presets.
• Translate creative intent into reliable system operation.
• Diagnose and resolve control signals, wiring, networks, and integration issues.
• Perform service visits, inspections, and preventive maintenance.
• Coordinate with project managers and field teams on progress and risks.
• Train end users and technical staff on operation and basic troubleshooting.
• Maintain installation records, commissioning results, and handoff docs.

Skills

Lighting control programming

Troubleshooting

Reading drawings & specs

Clear communication

Documentation discipline

Attention to detail

Adaptability

Driver's license

Availability evenings/weekends

Tools

Lighting control software

Networking protocols

Job description

PORT is seeking a hands-on Lighting Control Technician to install, commission, program, maintain, and troubleshoot lighting control systems in complex, high-visibility environments.

You will work at the intersection of field execution, system programming, creative intent, and client service - making sure every system is safe, documented, reliable, and ready to perform.

This role is a strong fit for a technically curious problem-solver who can move confidently between drawings, wiring, networks, control interfaces, programming, live-event pressures, and conversations with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

What you'll do

• Install lighting control systems in accordance with drawings, specifications, project requirements, industry standards, and site safety rules.
• Verify control components, wiring, interfaces, labeling, and related equipment for completeness and commissioning readiness.
• Commission, program, configure, and test scenes, zones, schedules, presets, sequences, fixtures, dimming systems, and integrated controls.
• Translate the creative and functional intent of lighting designers, architects, directors, project stakeholders, and end users into reliable system operation.
• Diagnose and resolve issues involving control signals, programming, wiring, networks, fixtures, user interfaces, power, and integration points.
• Perform service visits, inspections, preventive maintenance, system evaluations, and technical follow-up for new and existing clients.
• Coordinate with project managers and field teams on progress, site conditions, material needs, open items, and technical risks.
• Train end users and technical staff on system operation, maintenance expectations, and basic troubleshooting.
• Maintain accurate installation records, commissioning results, programming notes, service reports, punch lists, and handoff documentation.

Where you'll make an impact

Projects may include theatrical and performance venues, sports and concert arenas, hotels and hospitality spaces, interior and exterior architectural environments, and facilities supporting live productions.

What you bring

• Demonstrated experience installing, commissioning, programming, configuring, maintaining, or troubleshooting lighting control systems.
• Working proficiency with lighting control programming and configuration, including industry-standard control methods and protocols.
• Strong, systematic troubleshooting skills and the composure to respond to time-sensitive technical challenges.
• Ability to read and follow drawings, design specifications, project documentation, and technical requirements.
• Clear communication and collaboration skills with project teams, clients, designers, architects, directors, users, and technical staff.
• Strong attention to detail, documentation discipline, organization, and follow-through.
• Adaptability across changing project settings, schedules, site conditions, and customer needs.
• Valid driver's license and ability to commute independently to work and job locations.
• Availability to occasionally work nights and weekends based on project, performance, event, or service needs.

How success will be measured

• Safe, accurate, standards-compliant installations.
• Successful commissioning and dependable system performance before handoff.
• Responsive troubleshooting and maintenance that improve system reliability and longevity.
• Clear client training, professional service, and practical technical guidance.
• Complete, organized documentation that supports future service and knowledge transfer.
• Continued growth in control platforms, programming, protocols, integration, and advanced troubleshooting.

You will contribute to varied, technically demanding projects where reliable execution matters and creative intent is visible. The role offers opportunities to deepen your expertise in lighting controls, system integration, commissioning, and advanced field troubleshooting while becoming a trusted resource for clients and project teams.

At PORT, you’ll also be part of a collaborative and supportive team that values shared knowledge, open communication, and helping one another succeed. Our work is guided by a clear vision, purpose, and set of values that shape how we approach our projects, support our clients, and work together as a team. We believe the best results come from combining technical expertise, creativity, accountability, and a genuine commitment to one another.