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Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group · 1 month ago

Head of Automation and Carpentry - Blue Man Group Orlando

Orlando, FL

Full-time

Onsite

Lead/Staff, Director/Executive

5+ years exp

Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group is looking for a full-time Head of Automation & Carpentry for Blue Man Group Orlando. The role involves managing the Automation & Carpentry Departments, overseeing crew operations, ensuring safety and technical standards, and participating in hiring and training processes.

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Responsibilities

Ensure that Blue Man Group values and artistic vision are understood and supported across the organization

Manage the Automation & Carpentry Departments for BMG Orlando

Create the departments’ show schedule; ensure coverage and maintenance for all shows by coordinating show and work schedules

Manage the training of all members of the Automation & Carpentry Departments and provide ongoing training for members of the department to ensure consistency and sustained employee engagement with the show and the organization

Maintain knowledge and training to operate, repair, and/or identify problems with all automation and rigging elements, including but not limited to electrical systems, pneumatics systems, electrical circuitry and Stage Technologies Automation Control Systems

Clearly communicate notes and/or changes to the show to all members of the Automation & Carpentry Departments, local and Blue Man Productions (BMP) Artistic Direction, other technical departments, Production Manager and Stage Management Department as required

Supervise the ordering and organization of all shop supplies/inventories

Keep track of vendors and contact numbers and forge positive, collaborative relationships with suppliers

Collaborate with the Production Manager to create and maintain the department budget in accordance with procedures outlined by General Management

Oversee department payroll

Organize and lead Automation & Carpentry Department meetings

Oversee Automation & Carpentry show running tracks, ensuring crew run sheets (including preset, show cues, turnover, and post-show) are updated regularly in collaboration with Stage Management

Ensure that show operations are performed in a safe, professional, timely and efficient manner

Maintain current knowledge of show tracks and be able to run departmental tracks in an emergency

Maintain and oversee all technical elements of the show under the Automation & Carpentry Departments jurisdiction

Execute or ensure general repair, construction, maintenance, and/or restock of all automation/rigging and carpentry/scenic supplies as needed

Troubleshoot technical issues as they arise

Adhere to safety rules and regulations for locality

Ensure Automation/Rigging & Carpentry Crew coverage and execute duties for all local Blue Man events as requested. These events include, but are not limited to, rehearsals, press events, shows, appearances and corporate events

Design, organize, supervise and set up of automation/rigging elements, and crew as needed

Participate in load-in and load-out and lend assistance to Production Management, Stage Management or other positions as needed

Participate in gigs as requested by local management

All other work-related duties as assigned

Qualification

Theatrical automation systemsRigging systems knowledgeAutomation show console operationProject ManagementLeadership experienceMicrosoft applicationsSafety regulations adherenceBasic rigging practicesTeam collaborationCommunication skills

Required

The ability to work effectively in a team environment

Extensive knowledge behind the mechanics of theatrical automated and rigging systems

Understanding the type of equipment utilized in automated show control including control consoles, motor control and safety systems

Basic knowledge of power transmission components, pneumatics, and electricity

Experience working in a harness with tools and equipment while hanging or standing near exposed drop offs

Basic knowledge of commonly used rigging equipment, tools, hardware and safe rigging practices

Working with rope and knot tying

Having a general knowledge of metal shop work, performing tasks such as cutting, grinding, drilling, welding and demonstrating the safe utilization of various shop machine and hand tools

Having a general knowledge of wood shop work, performing tasks such as cutting, sanding, routing and demonstrating the safe utilization of various shop machines and hand tools

Experience with the operation of various lifts including fork trucks, articulating booms, scissor and single man lifts

Project Management

The ability to work effectively in low-light environments

Adhere to and promote all Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations as they pertain to the safe operation of all elements related to the show; participate in all required health and safety classes and emergency rescue procedure training

Contribute to a safe and positive working environment at all times by adhering to and following all Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group standards, values, policies and regulations pertaining to safety using equipment and established working methods

Assist other departments when necessary for cross-departmental support

At least 5 years of previous experience or in a similar environment

Working knowledge of Microsoft applications

Previous leadership experience

Bachelor's degree in Technical Production or a similar field; or equivalent relevant work experience

Ability to obtain OSHA 30 course completion card

Fluent in English, both written and spoken; Ability to clearly and effectively communicate via headset

Availability to work varied shifts, including weekends and holidays

Ability to perform the essential functions of the job including, but not limited to: climbing, crouching, kneeling, standing, lifting, sometimes for extended amounts of time; lifting at least 50lbs, working with limited to no visibility

Verification of the right to work in the United States for Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group, as demonstrated by completion of the Form I-9 upon hire and the submission of acceptable documentation (as noted on the Form I-9) verifying one's identity and work authorization