Senior SFX Technician: Show Systems Lead

Universal Orlando Resort; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Universal Destinations & Experiences is seeking an experienced SFX Technician to support installation, maintenance, configuration, and daily operation of atmospheric, pneumatic, hydraulic, animatronic, water-based, and cryogenic effects. You will provide work direction to team members to ensure safe, reliable, high-quality show performances.

You will oversee daily shifts, start-up/shutdown procedures, new effects installations and strikes, seasonal reconfigurations, troubleshooting, and related

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience designing, installing, maintaining, and operating SFX systems in entertainment or live events.
• Knowledge of atmospheric effects equipment (fog, hazers) and CO2/cryogenic systems.
• Ability to obtain work card upon employment.
• Experience with safety and regulatory compliance in show environments.
• Ability to read SDS/MSDS, mechanical schematics, and control diagrams.

Responsibilities

• Plan and direct daily SFX tasks for the team, including pre-show checks and safety protocols.
• Lead startup/shutdown procedures and ensure proper documentation in Maximo.
• Coordinate with leadership and other departments to integrate effects safely.
• Provide training and guidance to new team members.

Skills

SFX systems knowledge

Pneumatic & hydraulic theory

Safety & OSHA compliance

Team leadership

SDS/MSDS interpretation

Reading schematics/diagrams

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate or technical degree in Mechanical Technology or Industrial Technology

Tools

Maximo

Lockout/Tagout procedures

Cryogenic equipment handling

Job description

Universal Destinations & Experiences is seeking an experienced SFX Technician to support installation, maintenance, configuration, and daily operation of atmospheric, pneumatic, hydraulic, animatronic, water-based, and cryogenic effects. You will provide work direction to team members to ensure safe, reliable, high-quality show performances.

You will oversee daily shifts, start-up/shutdown procedures, new effects installations and strikes, seasonal reconfigurations, troubleshooting, and related