Ent - Tech III

Company: Busch Gardens 
Location: Tampa Bay, Florida

• Salary: Not Specified
• Category: Hospitality / Hotel / Travel
• Date Posted: 01/22/2012
• Region: Florida-St. Petersburg
• Travel Required: Not Specified
• Security Clearance: No
• Work Type: Any

Job Description

Ent - Tech III

This is an Entertainment position ONLY. You will not be considered for other positions in the park.

Basic Requirements:

* Must be at least 18 years of age
* Knowledge of technical theater, including but not limited to: theatrical rigging, theater safety, audio and lighting systems, special effects, video, theatrical scenery and drapery, set decorating, scenic and prop construction, maintenance and repair
* College degree in Theatre or related discipline (preferred but not required) or equivalent related certification or documentation of experience
* Excellent written and oral communication skills
* Must be able to work flexible schedule with no set days off including: early mornings/days/evenings/late nights/weekends/holidays
* Must be team oriented with a positive attitude
* Be capable of successfully interacting with various entertainers, technicians, outside contractors, entertainment and park staff, and personnel from other departments
* Ability to handle multiple projects and tasks simultaneously
* Hands on capability to operate technical equipment and troubleshoot technical problems
* Adhere to all Park/Department policies and procedures
Job Responsibilities:

* Capable of consistently performing all assignments and responsibilities as outlined for a stagehand, spotlight operator, light board or audio operation
* Perform scene shifts, prop changes, assist as needed with puppeteer, costume changes, special effects and provide theatrical support assistance to vendors/contractors
* Perform daily operational duties to assist the department to include covering open positions, communicating show changes, schedule changes and other details and sharing information with co-workers and management
* Troubleshoot needed maintenance and make minor repairs on scenic elements, sound system or lighting system, lighting fixtures or other technical components
* Operate spotlight duties for assigned shows in the park and light board and/or audio console for shows in the park
* Responsible for maintaining quality standards, through assigned tasks, special events and show positions
* Provide technical support and service for all departmental needs
* Perform other functions as directed by management for the good of the Department and Park
* Maintain park cleanliness, maintenance and safety standards through all assigned tasks
* Lifting/pushing/pulling a minimum of 25 pounds several times throughout a scheduled shift
Entertainment Technician level is based on skills/experience.

I have read and understand the duties and responsibilities as outlined in the job description.

Job Summary

Park Name: Busch Gardens Tampa

Type: Seasonal
Pay Rate Starting At: $11. 35/hr