Seasonal Installation Technician

Philadelphia Zoo; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a prestigious organization as a Seasonal Installation Technician at the Philadelphia Zoo. You will be responsible for installing and maintaining lighting and audio effects, ensuring high-quality experiences for our visitors while working outdoors in all conditions. A valid driver's license and safety training are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience with lighting and sound equipment a plus.
• Must possess a valid state drivers’ license.
• Successful completion of background check required.

Responsibilities

• Install lighting and audio effects.
• Monitor the condition of equipment.
• Maintain safety practices in the work area.

Skills

Ability to work at heights

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Basic knowledge of hand tools

Comfortable working around animals

Ability to interact with guests

Job description

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Base pay range

$20.00/hr - $20.00/hr

Who We Are

Philadelphia Zoo works to fulfill our mission as an animal care organization, as a resource to schools and families, and as an ark and advocate for endangered animals around the world.

What makes the Zoo a unique place to work? Whether you are involved with caring for animals, educating our visitors or working in a behind-the-scenes position in administration, maintenance or garden services, all of our positions share our institutional mission, purpose, and core values.

Who We Are Looking For

Classification: SEASONAL

Under the supervision of the Manager for Seasonal Experience, this position installs and maintains lighting and audio effects and scenic elements for the Zoo’s Seasonal Programming and permanent shows. Assists in the safe operation and maintenance of sound, lighting, rigging, and related equipment and systems used in support of seasonal experiences; performs related duties as required. Working outside in all weather conditions, this position will be a part of delivering the amazing experiences the Philadelphia Zoo is known for.

What You Will Do

• Install lighting and audio effects
• Install scenic elements
• May be asked to install/executive based on artistic rendering
• Will work in year-round weather conditions
• Monitor the condition of equipment, including lighting, sound, and rigging equipment; notify supervisor of the need to repair and replace equipment
• Utilize proper safety practices and procedures
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area at all times
  
  

What This Role Requires

• Ability to work at heights up to 60’
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Basic knowledge of hand tools
• Comfortable working around animals
• Must be able to train on a safely use heavy equipment
• Experience with lighting and sound equipment a plus
• Ability to execute from an artistic rendering a plus
• Ability to interact with guests in a friendly and professional manner
• Must possess a valid state drivers’ license
  
  

Physical And Medical Requirements

• Successful completion of a post-offer criminal background check prior to start working including, but not limited to FBI fingerprinting and Child Abuse History Clearance
  
  

Traits We Are Looking For

• High EQ
• Effective listener
• Respectful, fair and tactful
• Curious and continuous learned
• Collective under pressure

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Temporary

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Information Technology

• Industries

  Museums, Historical Sites, and Zoos

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