Lighting Technician

POSITION SUMMARY

The Lighting Technician is responsible for the basic maintenance, repair and operation of Entertainment Lighting Systems for all shows. The technician will also perform preventive maintenance & basic repair on lighting systems, while assisting other technicians with scenery changovers and maintenance.
The Lighting Technician is expected to maintain and inspect all lighting equipment and to track inventory in order to ensure that all related equipment and supplies are available for the shows. This person must also be available to assist other technicians whenever needed.
In order to consistently exceed guest expectations and provide the highest levels of product and services, additional duties and responsibilities may be assigned as needed.


ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Maintain the lighting design as set by the design teams & Norwegian Cruise Line.
• In the event that production show lighting design needs to be modified for operational circumstances, notes must be taken so that the show can be returned to the original lighting design.
• Assist with all scenic changeovers and ensures they are completed in a safe and timely manner.
• Design and program a professional high standard lighting for cabaret/variety entertainers, charter clients, shows, (such as Comedian, Magician, Singers etc.)
• Maintain all entertainment lighting equipment onboard to ensure its 100% workable and report any damaged, broken or non-working elements to the Technical Supervisor/Electronics Engineer Jr.
• Maintain up to date auditable inventory of all entertainment as requested by Technical Supervisor.
• Performs preventive maintenance cleaning on all entertainment lighting equipment, on the vessel with the help of the Technical staff.
• Performs maintenance testing and basic troubleshooting of lighting rig prior to show time and inform Technical Supervisor/Entertainment Production Manager of any malfunction.
• Performs visual monthly inspection of all safety cables for entertainment lighting systems vessel wide and report defects or missing items to Technical Supervisor.
• Creates and maintains detailed and accurate Tracking Sheets to Technical Supervisor and/or Entertainment Production Manager.
• Performs other related duties as assigned or as directed. The omission of specific duties does not preclude the supervisor from assigning duties that are logically related to the position.
• Must be familiar with the Safety and Environmental Protection Policy and the SEMS, and carry out the policies and procedures appropriate for his/her position.
• Pyrotechnic Lead
• Keep all records of on-board and offloaded product.
• Order all products for the next voyage.
• Manifest off all of the previous week’s pyro storage containers, misfires, and unfired devices.
• Test and Fire all shows in the manner as they were designed by the production team.
• Partner with the Bridge and Security to provide a safe and secure environment in which to operate the show.



DIMENSIONS

Provides technical support and assistance regarding the lighting requirements for all shows. Supports the efforts of each show by ensuring that all lighting equipment and system, are in proper working condition at all times.



NATURE AND SCOPE

The position will report directly to the Technical Supervisor, and indirectly to show staff as needed to resolve immediate technical issues. The incumbent ensures that all show related technical matters are resolved in order to maintain safe and timely show performances. Position requires ability to operate independently without direct supervision.
The incumbent must be able to work in a multi-cultural environment; also, must be able to adjust to changes in performers, venues, showtimes and deadlines.


QUALIFICATIONS, EDUCATION AND ATTRIBUTES

QUALIFICATIONS

• Two years experience running lights in a theatrical setting or four years experience in various venues such as ships, theatres clubs.
• Intermediate to Advanced knowledge of Musical theatre productions, backstage operations and safe rigging practices.
• Intermediate to Advanced knowledge of moving lights programming and design including Various Martin Products. (for example Mac600, Mac2k, Mac250krypton, Mac500, MAC TW1) Various laser systems including Pangolin. Various High End products (for example DL1, catalyst etc.)
• Advanced knowledge of various light systems which include Martin Maxxyz Compact, Light Jockey, Maxxyz PC, Mac 2000, Mac III, Mac 250, 550,101,301, Seachangers, Color scrollers, High-end DL1’s, various Lasers, Dayton Watch out systems.
• Intermediate knowledge of Audio systems.
• Intermediate to Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office, especially Word, Excel and Outlook.


EDUCATION

Associates Degree in Technical Theatre or a related field of study; Appropriate vocational/technical training and/or experience may substitute at an equivalent rate for the required degree.

ATTRIBUTES

Must be able to adapt to confined and sometimes limited living conditions for extended periods of time. In addition must be flexible in terms of last minute changes in itineraries, activities and events.
Able to lift at least 25 lbs.
Climb on step stool or ladder in order to complete elements of job or facilitate maintenance issues.
Bend, lean and stoop without hindrance.
Design lighting for Cabaret artist in accordance with the plan.
Use stairs often.
Work within different temperature changes—indoors to outdoors.
Passionate about hospitality and customer service driven
Must have a professional appearance and good hygiene
Respect for all co-workers and guests
Pride in your work by creating positive energy, excitement and fun
Able to work 7 days a week
Demonstrate positive behaviors; smiling, being polite and courteous
Able to develop a camaraderie with team members
Ability to live in close quarters, share limited space with other cabin-mates


PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

While performing the essential functions of this job, all team members are required to stand; walk long distances on the ship; use hands to touch, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; talk or hear and taste or smell. All vessel positions require repetitive motion of bending, climbing, going up and down stairs and lifting more than 25 pounds. This job requires specific vision abilities to include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
All team members must be physically able to participate in emergency life saving procedures and drills. All vessel positions require full use and range of arms and legs as well as full visual, verbal and hearing abilities to receive and give instructions in the event of an emergency including the lowering of lifeboats.
Work within different temperature changes—indoors to outdoors.
Able to pass basic safety course.
This is a minimal description of duties. Other work requirements may be necessary and assigned as business or maritime law dictates.