Stagehand - Special Effects Technician (SFX)

• Responsible for the oversight, maintenance, execution and safety of all mechanical, combustible, and special effects systems, and fire suppression equipment
• Participate in the setup and teardown of all pyrotechnic gear and applicable equipment while directing local crews in the loading and unloading, assembling, and disassembling of all associated equipment.
• Responsible for repairing and maintaining all firing console equipment, associated hardware and fire suppression equipment and systems as directed by supervisors and Best Practice Standards.
• Always ensure the safety and security of pyrotechnic equipment and product including receiving, storage, handling and disposal of product and equipment.
•  Responsible for following cues to maintain high standards of quality established for the production’s aesthetics and creative vision.
•  Liaison with tour management staff, Show Support personnel and local fire authorities to ensure local permitting compliance including but not limited to opening day demonstrations, inspections, and disposal protocols
• Responsible for compliance with all Local and Feld Entertainment Inc. safety and security policies and continually seeking to improve efficiency and safety within the pyrotechnic department and overall production.
• Responsible for following the rules, regulations and guidelines set forth by Feld Entertainment Inc. as they pertain to the Marvel Universe Live Production.
• Responsible for accepting all other duties as assigned by supervisors.

• Associate degree or higher in Technical Theatre and/or 5+ years real world experience in the field of indoor pyrotechnics and special effects in the movie, theatre, or arena touring industries.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety regulations, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedural manuals, as well as to write route reports and correspondence.
• Detail oriented and methodical in establishing daily procedures and show protocols.
• Ability to climb and work focus, adjust and repair at heights more than 55ft before, during and after performance and during rigging calls, load ins and load outs.
• Recognized as a proven team player with strong trouble shooting capabilities.
• Ability and desire to tour year-round.
• Ability to travel internationally and to Canada.

• Experience working with compressed gases (CO2, liquid propane).
• Knowledge of Electrical DC and AC voltage systems.
• Knowledge of wired and wireless firing systems a plus
• Ability to lift over 50lbs, stand for 2 hours and operate small hand tools.
• Additional skills in carpentry, welding, plumbing and metal fabrication a plus.
• Ability to climb, work, and repair at heights more than 40ft.