Lighting Electrician
REPORTS TO: Lighting Supervisor
GENERAL STATEMENT OF JOB FUNCTION:The position involves working with a wide range of moving lights from various manufacturers, with a focus on High End Systems fixtures, Aryton, Elation, and Chauvet Fixtures. This position also involves working with a variety of atmospherics including but not limited to Ultratech, MDG, Chauvet, Antari, and Showven equipment. Additional responsibilities include maintaining static LEDs, conventional fixtures, dimmers, relays and other standard theatrical lighting equipment. The Lighting Maintenance Electrician will also support lighting installation during show changeovers and assist with preparation for upcoming productions and events. Tasks include building lighting elements into custom show pieces, wiring various types of practicals, soldering, repairing equipment, and preparing for show installs — such as pre-addressing, cleaning, performing full system checks, and conducting complete fixture maintenance. Responsibilities also involve using MaintainX inventory software as instructed.
This role is responsible for facilitating the preparation and electrician for assigned productions and communicating updates / needs with designated personnel.
3–5 years of experience maintaining entertainment lighting equipment or equivalent technical training
Strong knowledge of electrical wiring, DMX systems, wireless protocols, LED decoders, and lighting control systems
Experience with ETC Eos family lighting consoles, networking, and lighting control infrastructure
Skilled in troubleshooting and repairing moving lights, LED fixtures, and atmospheric units
Ability to read and interpret light plots, wiring diagrams, and technical documentation
Experience working with LED tape, neon, custom fixtures, and CO₂-based atmospheric effects (e.g., large Dewars, 20lb tanks)
Comfortable working at height and operating scissor lifts, forklifts, and elevated work platforms
Capable of lifting up to 80 lbs and performing physically demanding tasks
Strong organizational and time-management skills with attention to detail
Excellent communication skills; able to work independently or as part of a collaborative team
Flexible and adaptable to changing production needs and schedules
Committed to maintaining a safe, clean, and organized work environment
Experience with pyrotechnics and lasers is preferred but not required
Principal Duties & Job Responsibilities:
Daily atmospheric checks & cleaning
Swapping out atmospheric C02 tanks
Daily mover maintenance & cleaning
Sick Bay maintenance & cleaning
Conventional maintenance
Follow spot maintenance
Dimmer, relay & standard theatrical equipment maintenance
Wiring & practical lighting preparation
Support show prep, install, changeover & strike
Utilize Maintenance software for job duties
Keeping up with & helping maintain accurate Inventories
Manage maintenance supplies & cleaning supplies
Maintain and track atmospheric fluids
Maintain and track atmospheric powders
Maintain & track C02 tank levels (20lb tanks & Dewars)
Organize & maintain moving light gobos
Order, organize, and maintain - parts and equipment for all lighting equipment
Lighting department tools
Works Closely With:
Head of Lighting & Video
Lighting Supervisor
Assistant Lighting Supervisors
Lighting Programmers
Lighting Maintenance Technicians / Show Prep Technicians
Electricians, Board Operators, Spot Operators
Video Supervisor & Video Team
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