Seasonal Event Technician — Craft Park Experiences

United Parks & Resorts; Williamsburg (VA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free park admission

Ticket and friend/family discounts

Food and merchandise discounts

Scholarship opportunities

Exclusive employee events

Job summary

Busch Gardens Williamsburg seeks a Seasonal Event Technician to install, operate and deconstruct haunted or merry experiences across park venues. You will collaborate with Entertainment Production, Theming and Theatrical Services teams to ensure performances run safely and smoothly.

Ideal candidates have 1+ year of theme park/theatrical experience, are 18+, and can lift 50 pounds, climb ladders, and use hand tools.

Qualifications

• Valid state driver’s license required.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• 1+ year experience in a theme park/theatrical environment preferred.
• Able to work professionally and safely in a team.
• Comfortable using hand tools.
• Good oral/written communication, including radio.
• Able to climb ladders and work at heights.
• Stand, bend or kneel for long periods; lift/push/pull 50 lb.
• Outdoor conditions; animal familiarity; noise/vibration exposure.
• Train on protective gear; flexible schedule including opening/closing shifts.

Responsibilities

• Install, operate, and deconstruct entertainment events per supervisor directions.
• Ensure park venues are safe and functional during events.
• Coordinate with Entertainment Production/Operations, Theming, and Theatrical Services teams.
• Work with outside contractors as needed; maintain clean facilities and equipment.
• Follow safety guidelines and project timelines; participate in trainings.

Skills

Driver's license

Communication

Team environment

Hand tools

Ladders

Safety-conscious

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Industrial tools

Carpentry basics

Electrical basics

Job description

Busch Gardens Williamsburg seeks a Seasonal Event Technician to install, operate and deconstruct haunted or merry experiences across park venues. You will collaborate with Entertainment Production, Theming and Theatrical Services teams to ensure performances run safely and smoothly.

Ideal candidates have 1+ year of theme park/theatrical experience, are 18+, and can lift 50 pounds, climb ladders, and use hand tools.