Lighting Control Technician: Live-Event Systems & Programming

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—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