Assistant lighting technician

Overview

PLANNING

Attend meetings regularly and support the Technician with process improvements and revenue strategies.

Ensure a safe work environment and familiarize with set layouts.

Update inventory, monitor outsourced equipment, and ensure the Stage Hand has enough gear.

Assist with equipment prep, storage, transport, and loading per management guidelines

COMMUNICATIONS

Contribute ideas to achieve goals, train and supervise the Stage Hand for health and safety compliance.

Communicate requested changes clearly and delegate tasks based on the Stage Hand’s skills.

Notify the Lighting Technician of inventory issues that may delay planning.

REVENUE MANAGEMENT

Assist the Light Engineer in managing event execution within the allocated budget.

EXECUTION

Rig and conceal cables safely, support the Light Engineer with client changes and troubleshooting.

Be flexible, multitask, and support other departments as needed.

POST EVENT

Manage post-event equipment prep, storage, and transport as per guidelines.

Derig, load, and unload equipment, assist the Light Engineer in performance review, and crosscheck inventory to prevent losses

MAINTENANCE & REPAIRS

Support routine maintenance, maintain organized workstations, and assist with equipment servicing at authorized centers.

Report damage, malfunctions, or shortages to the Senior Lighting Technician.

Requirements:

– Must have basic electrical knowledge.

– Assist the technicians with lighting system setup, dismantling, wiring & connections.

– Ability to follow lighting plans and technical instructions accurately.

– Ensure cables are neatly managed & equipment is safely handled.

– Must be able to climb trusses and securely install and position lighting fixtures.

– Maintain lighting equipment & inventory, perform basic tests, & report issues.

– Work closely with other tech teams (video & audio).

– Assist with equipment loading, unloading, transportation, & be flexible with work timings