Universal Horror Unleashed is a terrifyingly unique experience that will bring haunts to Las Vegas year-round. Located at Area 15 is the heart of horror – we would love to have you haunting alongside us! With the nature of this experience comes a unique working environment. You will find yourself working in dark environments around special effects including strobe lights, fog, artificial smells, and more. The working hours will be unique, typically spanning over late evenings/nights and weekends (holidays included). This position is eligible for company sponsored benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, and a variety of other discounts and perks.  

JOB SUMMARY

Responsible for the highly skilled, discipline specific, technical operations of Lighting within Universal Horror Unleashed (UHU). Completes installations, routine maintenance and repairs as assigned to ensure show quality and positive guest experience. Ensures safety of self, guests, and other Team Members by taking proper safety precautions, following both state and company specific standards. Provides installations assistance for any set changes/special events, ensuring proper installation from a safety and design perspective.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Serves as key Lighting Technician for Universal Horror Unleashed. Installs, operates, and maintains lighting equipment as designed. Completes routine maintenance on all lighting equipment to ensure safety standards and proper daily operation.
• Responsible to assist with the operation of the show/house lighting equipment and special events within UHU including but not limited to the operation of equipment/elements in a live show situation. Communicate/resolve technical problems with Entertainment management. Uses troubleshooting and taking of direction for completion of team objectives in assembly of gear and checking equipment.
• Assists with daily maintenance of UHU in order to ensure all Technical equipment is operational and functioning properly. Assists in implementing show quality and performance standards as defined by Entertainment and Technical Management. Assists with creating and maintaining a safe work environment.
• Facilitates and troubleshoots with accountability for completion of team objectives from Leads/Supervisor. Expected to accomplish tasks as directed from Leads/Supervisor that supports the team mission with little supervision after direction is given.
• Responsible for effectively communicating necessary information, pertaining to the technical operation of UHU to both upper management and affected Team Members. Completes necessary reporting through the proper channels (Maximo) to ensure effective communication between shifts as well as with Technical Management and Technical Coordinators.
• Maintains a basic working knowledge of electrical theory and calculation, staying up to date with industry standards, tools, technologies to find more efficient ways to operate. Completes all company mandated training and maintains any state required license renewals.  
• Understand and actively participate in Environmental, Health & Safety responsibilities by following established UDX policy, procedures, training, and team member involvement activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY

• Individual Contributor

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws.

QUALIFICATIONS  To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities (KSAs) required.

• Strong Problem-Solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Consistent attendance is a job requirement.

CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

• Any required local and state certifications including OSHA 10.  

EDUCATION

• Associate’s degree is preferred.

EXPERIENCE

• 3+ years of lighting experience is required, 1+ year of experience within the professional entertainment or themed entertainment industry is preferred; or equivalent combination of education and experience.