Live Event Automation Technician

All Access Staging and Productions, Inc.; Torrance (CA); On-site; USD 30,307 - 38,572; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Job summary

All Access Staging and Productions, Inc. is seeking an Electro-mechanical Technician to prepare, maintain, troubleshoot, and operate automation and staging equipment for live entertainment productions.

From shop prep to on-site installation and operation, you will ensure equipment is safe, reliable, and show-ready. This is a non-exempt, full-time, on-site role with PTO, health insurance, and a 401(k) after waiting periods.

Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems.
• Ability to troubleshoot and repair automation equipment.
• Experience with entertainment automation systems is preferred.
• The ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and mechanical drawings is preferred.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to travel and work extended hours, weekends, holidays, and overtime as needed.
• Reliable transportation.
• Forklift certification is a plus (training provided).
• Basic hand tools are a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, maintain, troubleshoot, repair, and test automation and staging equipment, including lifts and LED fixtures.
• Prepare and organize equipment for tours and live events.
• Install, operate, and support automation systems at client locations.
• Perform preventative maintenance and safety inspections to keep equipment production-ready.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, power, and data-related issues.
• Assemble and test automation equipment per production specs.
• Collaborate with Project Management, Fabrication, Warehouse, and Production teams.
• Anticipate equipment needs by preparing spare parts to minimize downtime.
• Lead and assist crews during shop prep, load-ins, and load-outs.
• Follow safety policies and participate in training.
• Maintain a professional demeanor at customer sites.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Electrical systems knowledge

Troubleshooting

Schematic interpretation

Communication skills

Teamwork

Attention to safety

Willingness to travel

Punctuality

Education

Basic electronics/related field

Tools

Hand tools familiarity

Job description

All Access Staging and Productions, Inc. is seeking an Electro-mechanical Technician to prepare, maintain, troubleshoot, and operate automation and staging equipment for live entertainment productions.

From shop prep to on-site installation and operation, you will ensure equipment is safe, reliable, and show-ready. This is a non-exempt, full-time, on-site role with PTO, health insurance, and a 401(k) after waiting periods.