On-Call Aquatics Technician - \"O\"

Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Part time

Job summary

Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group in Las Vegas seeks an Aquatics Technician (On-Call) for the Technical Production Services team. The role safeguards artists and technicians in water environments and supports rehearsals and performances.

You will document equipment and procedures, maintain scuba gear, and ensure OSHA regulations are followed. A diving certification, high school diploma, and physical stamina are required.

Qualifications

• Must be fluent in English (written and spoken).
• Current OSHA 10 course completion is required.
• Professional Scuba Diving Divemaster Certification (or higher) with a recognized agency, plus CPR/First Aid/AED.
• Ability to obtain OSHA 10 card if not already.
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs and perform underwater tasks.
• Must be able to work in water for extended periods and meet health requirements.

Responsibilities

• Ensure all departmental designs, equipment, systems, and logs are properly documented.
• Support Aquatics Supervisor and staff during rehearsals, trainings, and performances.
• Know how to operate equipment safely and maintain necessary supplies.
• Adhere to OSHA regulations and participate in safety training and rescue procedures.
• Play an active role in water safety and emergency contingency planning.
• Perform maintenance duties including scuba gear servicing and pool tasks.

Skills

Fluent English

OSHA 10

Scuba Dive Master Certification

Physical stamina

CPR/First aid/AED

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

Le poste étant situé aux États-Unis, la description de poste est disponible uniquement en anglais.

As this position in based in the United States, the job description is available in English only.

Aquatics Technician - O

Aquatics

On-Call Position

We are looking for our next Aquatics Technician to join our Technical Production Services team. The main objective of this role is to be responsible for the safety of our artists and technicians while in the water.

The Aquatics Technician will have the opportunity to:

• Ensure all departmental designs, equipment, systems, functions, procedures, show tracks, maintenance and inspection logs, special projects, etc. are properly and adequately documented;
• Work with the Aquatics Supervisor and Artistic & Stage Management staff to support their needs during rehearsals, trainings, and performances;
• Develop a thorough knowledge of all department equipment specific totheproductionin order tooperate equipmentsafely;
• Adhere to and promote all Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)regulations as they pertain to the safe operation of all elements related to the show; participatein all required health and safety classes and emergency rescue proceduretraining;
• Take active role in Rescue Scenarios and Contingency Plans throughout theatre with regards to water safety;
• Remain underwater for a period of 90 minutes or more, twice a night, during the running of the shows and perform the designated pre-determined set of activities in accordance with the "Aquatics Cue Track Book";
• Safeguard both technicians and artists during both the running of the performance, as well as during training and maintenance periods, as well as on-stage while acting as "Deck Safety Officer";
• Perform maintenance duties that include, but are not be limited to, operating the "Scuba Tank Air Filling Station", servicing and repairing all scuba gear used in the theatre, vacuuming of the theatre pool and assisting all other theatre departments with their cue tracks, maintenance projects, installations and repairs as needed;
• Complete all other job‑related duties as assigned.

What does it take for this role? The following hard skills are the basics of what’s needed to be successful in this position:

• High School diploma and or GED required;
• Working knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook);
• Possess a current "Professional Scuba Diving Divemaster Certification," (or higher) with a known accredited certification agency, as well asvalidCPR, first aid, AED certifications;
• Ability to obtain OSHA 10 course completion card;
• Possessa state of health that facilitates the extensive scuba diving and essential functions of the job;Comfortable with wearing a "Full Face Scuba Diving Mask" and be able to lift, push or pull heavy loads (50 lbs or more), including pulling Performing Artists through thewater column;
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the job including, but not limited to: crouching, kneeling, standing, lifting things under water, and the ability to hold breath, sometimes for extended amounts of time; lifting at least 50lbs unassisted, etc.; Full list of essential functions will be sent in the offer. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions;
• Fluent in English, both written and spoken;
• Verification of the right to work in the United States for Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group, as demonstrated by completion of the Form I-9 upon hire and the submission of acceptable documentation (as noted on the Form I-9) verifying one’s identity and work authorization.

As you can imagine, working with a circus can be quite different from other organizations, and at Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group, we embrace these differences loudly with enthusiasm. We realize that one size fits none and invite you to come create your own specialized experience with us to see exactly what we’re talking about, firsthand.

Our emotion-provoking shows are just the tip of the iceberg: laced throughout our organization, you will find creative minds who are empowered to use their voices and be themselves, their truest selves. Diversity to us means various perspectives, fresh ideas and continuous improvement of the way we do things. We won’t pretend like we have every answer, that’s why we need you! The employees here are the center of what we do, the voices behind the final product and amazing performances on stage

When you think of your ideal workplace, what comes to mind? For us, it looks (and really is) like this:

• Teamwork – we thrive with collaborative teams, regardless of titles or departments;
• Respect – when we ask someone to join our team, it’s because we trust and respect you;
• Integrity – whether you work behind-the-scenes or in the office, you’re being counted on. We are a team and integrity goes a long way here, and like we mentioned previously, trust is important;
• Authenticity – we want you to bring your full self to work, this is a place where you don’t need to fit into a box to belong; diverse perspectives foster even more creativity in the workplace. We embrace the human behind the employee number;
• Being heard – you have access to everyone in the organization, use your voice on development questions or suggestions on how to improve the experience. We value open and transparent communication, and we want you to be heard!

Come create with us and let us show you what a "circus family" feels like!

Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate against applicants or employees because of their race, creed, color, age, religion, sex, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, military status, national origin or ancestry.