Stagehand - Head Electrician
Show Unit/Traveling Show
Production & Operations Touring Units – Tour Operations - Production /
Full Time /
On-site
Provides work assignments and serves as a member of an integrated team of electricians on a large-scale arena touring production by assisting with all aspects of three phase power systems, moving light operation, interactive tracking systems, show networking & control systems, lighting console operation & programming, follow spots, and conventional lighting instruments. Maintains the integrity of the artistic concept and adhering to Best Practices Safety Standards while also fostering effective communication, teamwork, and problem-solving among team members.
Essential Functions
- Leads a team of stagehands and provides expertise that promotes the development of technical expertise and soft skills to other members of their department.
- Serves as the working leader in setup, tear-down, and maintenance tasks within the electrics department while guiding assistants and local crews, fostering teamwork and communication.
- Troubleshoots technical challenges, mediates work related conflicts, and provide training to ensure efficient operations and continuous improvement within the electrics department.
- Accountable for the repair, maintenance, and facilitating the ordering of replacement parts for all equipment and hardware, following directives from supervisors and adhering to standard operating procedures (SOPs).
- Ensure the safety, security and operation of all three phase power systems, moving light operation, interactive tracking systems, show networking & control systems, lighting console operation & programming, and any other electrical equipment used in the production.
- Maintains high-quality standards by adhering to the production's aesthetic and creative guidelines.
- Responsible for following the rules, regulations, and guidelines set forth by Feld Entertainment Inc. and local regulations as they pertain to “FELD entertainment Productions”.
- Responsible for compliance with all safety and security procedures and for continually seeking to improve efficiency and safety within the electrics department and overall production.
- Responsible for adhering to the allocated budgets established by the Tour Manager/Touring Ops for the department.
- Responsible for accepting all other duties as assigned by supervisors.
Qualificiations
- Associate degree or higher in Technical Theatre and/or 5+ years of experience in the field of lighting and electrics in the theatre, stadium, or arena touring industries. Supervisory experience is preferred.
- Troubleshooting signal and power distribution paths a must, ensuring efficient and reliable system performance.
- Possesses an understanding of electrical principles, formulas, and drawings.
- Experience with the installation and operation of interactive tracking system components, function of those components, and 'focusing' of tracking camera/sensors.
- Ability to troubleshoot lighting instruments and perform routine maintenance.
- Strong written and spoken communication & comprehension skills are required.
Skills & Abilities
- Strong organizational skills with ability to adapt to extreme work environments that are physically demanding with hours that may exceed 12 hours per day.
- Ability to lift over 50lbs., stand for extended periods of time, and operate small hand tools.
- Ability to climb, work, and repair at heights in excess of 40ft.
- Understands theatrical terms and directions.
- Ability to use and understand various kinds of test equipment and meters such as volt, ohm, scope and amp.
- Ability to guide, inspire, and motivate a team towards achieving common goals, while fostering a positive and productive work environment.
- Proficiency in basic computer software (Microsoft Office, email management), ability to learn new software quickly, and basic troubleshooting skills.
- Additional skills in video, audio, electronics and time code systems a plus.
- General knowledge of industry standard entertainment rigging.
- Forklift, Aerial lift operator certification a plus.
- Ability to tour year-round both domestically and internationally traveling 100% of the time.
