Tech IV, Lighting

NBC Universal; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

NBC Universal in Orlando seeks a Lighting Tech IV to support lighting operation for entertainment venues, events and projects. You will assist with installation, operation and maintenance of lighting gear, troubleshoot basics, and ensure safety standards are followed. Prior experience and knowledge of lighting gear and plots are preferred, with readiness to learn and work in a dynamic show environment.

Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of lighting equipment and control systems.
• Comfort with reading and following lighting plots and cues.
• Familiarity with DMX, power distribution, and safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Assist with installation, setup, operation, strike, and maintenance of lighting equipment.
• Clean, maintain, and restock lighting gear after projects or events.
• Operate spotlights for live shows as assigned.
• Communicate technical issues to the team.
• Participate in Environmental, Health & Safety responsibilities.

Skills

Moving lights

Conventional fixtures

Cables & connectors

Power distribution

Dimmers

Lighting accessories

Microsoft Office

Follow instructions

Education

Technical school/Associate/Bachelor preferred

Job description

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Tech IV, Lighting

Job no: 668452
Work type: Seasonal
Location: Orlando
Categories: Entertainment, Orlando - Professional Generic

JOB SUMMARY:

Provides the basic technical knowledge needed for the successful operation of lighting elements for assigned Entertainment venue, project, or event, to ensure highest levels of show quality and a positive guest experience.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist with installation/set-up, operation, strike, and maintenance of lighting equipment for the assigned project, event, or venue under the direction of the Tech II or above. Apply basic troubleshooting in assembly of gear and checking equipment.
• Under the direction of Tech II or above, responsible for cleaning, maintenance, and restock of lighting equipment as returned to the warehouse post project or event.
• Operate spotlights for live show, both cued and non-scripted.
• Communicates to team and/or Lead regarding technical problems, issues, and/or concerns.
• Understands and actively participates in Environmental, Health & Safety responsibilities by following established UO policy, procedures, training and team member involvement activities.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION:

• Technical school, Associate degree, or Bachelor’s degree is preferred.

EXPERIENCE:

Required:

• Minimum of 1 year of experience within the assigned technical discipline.
• Basic knowledge of moving lights, conventional fixtures, cables & connectors, power distribution, dimmers and lighting accessories, and computer skills including Microsoft office.
• Ability to follow instructions from a Tech II or above and execute.
• Basic ability to troubleshoot and ability to measure continuity and voltage with a meter.
• Good understanding of signal flow including power and DMX.

Preferred:

• Basic ability to read lighting plots.
• Willing to learn to drive large box trucks up to 26’ (non-CDL).
• Prior experience within the professional theme park/theater industry in a technical capacity; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Basic knowledge of heavy equipment including, but not limited to, sit down fork lift, high reach, scissor lift, man basket, and order picker, (warehouse).

Advertised: Oct 19 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: Oct 26 2026 Eastern Daylight Time