Tech Automation - Cirque

Treasure Island Hotel Casino; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Treasure Island Hotel Casino in Las Vegas seeks an experienced automation stage technician to manage and operate stage equipment for performances. Candidates should have at least 3 years of experience and a high school diploma.

The role involves maintaining automation gear and ensuring safety protocols, while collaborating with a creative team. Experience in hydraulics and OSHA knowledge are preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years' experience as an automation stage technician in live stage performance.
• Proficient in installation and repair of automation-related gear.
• Knowledge of OSHA health and safety protocols preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, construct, maintain and operate all automations equipment.
• Assist with the automation of stage equipment during training and performances.
• Participate in inspections of all installations and keep documentation current.

Skills

Automation stage technician experience

Installation and repair of automation gear

Knowledge of OSHA protocols

Professional hydraulics experience

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Hand tools

Job description

• Competently assemble, construct, maintain and operate all automations equipment as needed for training, special events, rehearsals and performances.
• Learn and operate automations cues consistently and diligently during performances.
• Assist with the automation of stage equipment including rigging, lighting, sound, automation, scenery, props, etc. during training, staging, rehearsals and performances.
• Work as a team member in the automations department and in collaboration with carpentry, properties, electrics, sound, rigging, wardrobe and stage management.
• Develop a thorough knowledge of all automation equipment specific to Mystère in order to operate and maintain mechanized and manual equipment safely.
• Assist with the establishment of a safe working environment at all times and conform to all safety standards.
• Available and flexible for day work schedules, work calls, special events, rehearsal, training, maintenance and evening show performances.
• Participate in the regular, thorough and diligent inspection of all installations.
• Assist with the automation department documentation to insure it is current and formally recorded to preserve the original intention of the designers.
• Participate in the documentation of all system and show cue changes and keep a log of all maintenance and regular inspections.
• Act as a professional stage technician with ready access to required hand tools.
• Under the supervision of the head of automation, insure that equipment and supplies are stocked in sufficient quantity to insure the ongoing needs of the production.
• Support the creative team with patience and understanding.
• Perform other related tasks as assigned to you by the head of automation.
• Participate in special projects including the research, purchase and installation of specialty automation related gear.
• Attend to maintenance and inspection of all automation systems, automated equipment, aircraft cable, fall arrest, rescue operations, on a regular schedule to insure thorough, timely scrutiny of all gear within the automations area.
• Assist with the preservation of the on going; long term “opening night” quality and artistic integrity of the production.
• As required by the head of automation, operate the automations control console professionally during sets ups, rehearsals and performances as assigned.
• Assist with the development of special projects including the research, purchase and installation of specialty automation related gear.
• Participate in helpful, respectful and clear communication with other crew, stage management, and production management.
• Ensure the safety and security of equipment and installations at all times.
• Participate on all company required training classes including OSHA 10, fall protection, CPR/AED, lock out and tag out.
• Assist with the load in, performance, and load out of all events inside the Treasure Island Show Room and Mystere Theater.
• Participate in emergency procedure training and practices.
• All other duties as assigned by the head of automation.

Qualifications

• Must have a minimum of 3 years’ experience as an automation stage technician in the field of live stage performance.
• Must be proficient in the installation and repair of automation related gear.
• High school diploma required.
• Professional automations and hydraulic experience both in repairs and installations preferred.
• Knowledge of OSHA health and safety protocols preferred.

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