Lighting Technician

Crew Life at Sea Ltd.; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Crew Life at Sea Ltd. seeks an experienced Theater Lighting Technician to operate theater lighting, laser and pyrotechnic effects across shipboard shows. You will maintain lighting systems, inspect effects equipment, and ensure safe handling of pyrotechnics under policy. Training will be provided for on-board responsibilities.

You will work with the team during cast changes, load-ins/outs, and daily TOD rotations, contributing to entertaining guest experiences while upholding safety standards.

Qualifications

• The role requires theater lighting and pyro show experience.
• Ability to interpret electrical diagrams and drawings.
• Experience with GrandMA/GrandMA2/ETC consoles.
• Familiar with show control and time code distribution.
• Knowledge of lighting design and programming basics.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work at heights.
• Willingness to work long hours on a cruise ship.

Responsibilities

• Operate theater lighting, laser systems, atmospheric and pyro effects manually or on time code.
• Maintain and repair lighting systems; inspect laser, fog, haze systems.
• Handle pyrotechnic materials safely per policy; fire pyro cues after clearance.
• Perform show load-ins/outs with other technicians.
• Train and supervise 2–4 spotlight operators during shows.
• Fill Lighting Tech Reports and handover notes.
• Respond to regular calls for theater cleaning and repairs.
• Assist with additional show setups, rehearsals, tech runs during cast changes.
• Be part of Tech On Duty rotation; assist guests and crew with entertainment tech.
• Attend safety/training and keep handover docs updated.
• Familiarize with basic AV equipment; aim to take TOD responsibilities within 4 weeks.
• Join TOD rotation: one week per cruise every four weeks.
• Maintain and update handover notes for replacements.
• Ensure proper training for incoming technicians during handover.

Skills

Electrical theory

Electrical drawings

Moving lights

GrandMA/ETC consoles

Show control/timecode

Lighting design

PC maintenance

Theater experience

Height safety

Physical fitness

Long shifts

Tools

Genie lift

Job description

• Operate the main theater lighting & laser systems, atmospheric & pyrotechnic effects for all shows and activities either manually or on time code (depending on show/cue requirements).
• Responsible for the maintenance, repair and upkeep of all lighting systems in the main theater and around the ship
• Inspect the laser, fog, haze systems periodically and perform their regular cleaning and maintenance (fluid replacement, etc.) to ensure their proper functioning.
• Responsible for the safe manifesting, embarkation, storage, handling, loading, firing, unloading and disposal of all the pyrotechnic material used in the shows as per company policy
• Fire the pyro cues for all shows, upon being given clearance by the Floor Technician (after proper training and certification provided on board)
• Perform show load‑ins and load‑outs (together with the Floor, Automation & Audio Technicians) for each show.
• Train and oversee the performance of the 2‑4 spotlight operators, coordinate their tasks over the communication system during the shows.
• Fill out the Lighting Tech Reports detailing any new or outstanding problem pertaining to the lighting, laser, pyro or special effects systems and submit them to the Shipboard and Shoreside.
• Respond to regular work calls (approx. twice a month) to perform (together with the Floor, Automation & Audio Technicians) theater general cleaning and repairs, in addition to lighting maintenance.
• Assist with additional multiple show setups, rehearsals and tech runs during cast change (typically happening every six months for about 4‑5 weeks).
• Familiarize with basic audio/video equipment setup and operation, to be able to take on the Tech On Duty responsibility no later than four weeks after first joining a ship.
• Be part of the Tech On Duty (TOD) rotation (one week/cruise every four weeks/cruises), providing both guests and crew with entertainment technology related assistance
• Attend any safety, hospitality or job‑related training as required and scheduled by the ships command or immediate supervisors, including port‑manning rotation.
• Maintain and update handover notes/reports for future incoming replacement technician.
• Ensure proper and thorough training on all job‑related aspects to the incoming replacement technician during the handover period.

• Good knowledge of electrical theory, be able to read and follow electrical and system drawings and diagrams
• Good knowledge of intelligent moving fixtures operation, maintenance and repair procedures
• Good knowledge of lighting console operation (GrandMa, GrandMa2, ETC)
• Good knowledge and understanding of show control and time code distribution
• Basic knowledge of lighting design and programming
• Basic knowledge in PC hardware & software maintenance and repair
• Theater background and experience, be familiar with industry terms, standards, rules, regulations and common practices
• Comfortable working at heights up to 35ft (10.5m), be able to safely climb an A‑frame ladder and properly operate a Genie lift
• Good overall health and physical condition (to be determined by physician)
• Ability to lift/move up to 50 pounds
• Required to work up to 10hrs per 24hr period, 7 days a week.