Polar Express Audio Technician & Operator - Seasonal

American Heritage Companies; Perris (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Catered meals for 5-show days

Comp tickets for friends and family

End of season bonus

Job summary

Rail Events Productions, an American Heritage Railways subsidiary, seeks an Audio Technician/Operator for the Polar Express Train Ride in Perris, CA. The role installs and operates all theatrical sound systems during load-in and run, troubleshoots, and maintains audio equipment under supervision.

Experience with Dante, RF/Wireless Workbench, and Q-SYS is required, with Level 1 certifications. Seasonal, non-exempt, hourly pay at $26/hr. Evening/weekend hours are common. Safety policies apply.

Qualifications

• Experience as a theatrical audio technician
• Experience with Dante. NOTE: Level 1 certification of Audinate Dante required prior to start of employment
• Experience with RF systems and Wireless Workbench
• Experience with QSC Q-SYS software. NOTE: Level 1 certification of Q-SYS required prior to start of employment
• Experience with computer networking hardware and software
• Ability to work alongside the production staff as a team member in an ever-changing environment
• Ability to work independently with self-motivation and attention to detail as well as excellent organizational skills
• Demonstrated ability to anticipate, recognize and solve practical problems and resolve issues
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in written form

Responsibilities

• Work with the Sound Designer and production staff to install and maintain audio systems for the event
• Operate, maintain, and repair the audio systems throughout the duration of the event
• Responsible for seeing that the sound designs are maintained with artistic integrity throughout the duration of the event
• Work under the Stage Manager to operate the audio systems during the event
• Assist the electricians with lighting systems as needed
• Work with the production staff during load out to see that event space is returned to the railroad appropriately
• Work with the Director and production staff during rehearsals to incorporate last-minute changes
• Become familiar with company policies regarding safety
• Work with the entire event team to maintain a positive, enjoyable, and rewarding environment for all staff and passengers
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Theatrical audio technician

Dante

RF systems

Q-SYS

Networking

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Effective communication

Tools

Audinate Dante Level 1

RF/Wireless Workbench

Q-SYS Level 1

Networking hardware/software

Job description

Rail Events Productions, an American Heritage Railways subsidiary, seeks an Audio Technician/Operator for the Polar Express Train Ride in Perris, CA. The role installs and operates all theatrical sound systems during load-in and run, troubleshoots, and maintains audio equipment under supervision.

Experience with Dante, RF/Wireless Workbench, and Q-SYS is required, with Level 1 certifications. Seasonal, non-exempt, hourly pay at $26/hr. Evening/weekend hours are common. Safety policies apply.