Dillon Amphitheater Lighting Technician

Approximate Start and End Dates

May 11 through Oct. 9

The Dillon Amphitheater Lighting Technician will design and implement theater lighting and special effects for concerts, performances, films, and various events at the Dillon Amphitheater.

This is a summer seasonal, full-time position with hours varying between 30 to 40 hours per week, beginning mid‑May through early October. Must be available to work flexible shifts and days, including late nights and weekends.

Venue and Events Manager

• Assist Venue and Events Manager and Events and Recreation Supervisor with day‑to‑day operations, prioritization, and problem solving for the efficient and effective delivery of Dillon Amphitheater programming.
• Provide excellent customer service to the public, event attendees, coworkers, performers and partners at all times. This includes having professional interactions with customers, providing accurate information and having general knowledge of the Dillon Amphitheater and Town of Dillon events and happenings.
• Assist with loading and unloading equipment, props, and materials from trucks. Assist with the set‑up of equipment according to lighting plot, while ensuring safety requirements are met. Disassemble and pack away equipment after events.
• Work closely with electricians and house technician on maintenance of video, sound, and light production. Ensure the system operations are functioning properly.
• Maintain cleanliness of venue and stage area before, during and after an event. Ensure all work areas and facilities are clean and safe for performers, crew, guests and staff. This includes picking up, sorting, and moving trash and recycling; and cleaning up bathrooms, portable toilets, and other messes.
• Train and educate lighting and events crew with stage lingo, equipment handling and assembly, and standard operating procedures.
• Set up and strike lighting equipment.
• Assemble lighting and filter equipment, as needed.
• Position and plot lighting.
• Pre‑rig lighting and ensure all cables and wires are safely concealed.
• Load automated color change systems.
• Check the focusing of lighting at sound check.
• Operate and maintain equipment during events.
• Change lighting between shots, as necessary.
• Program and operate lighting consoles.
• Ensure all lighting equipment is in good, working order and carry out tests prior to the start of events. Conduct routine inspections and maintenance of lighting equipment.
• Keep lighting equipment operating by following operating instructions: troubleshooting breakdowns, maintaining supplies, performing preventive maintenance, and calling for repairs.
• Work and communicate clearly and professionally with the team, production manager, venue manager, promoter, production crews and performers to ensure a successful event.
• Ensure the proper care and handling of all Dillon Amphitheater lighting equipment and rentals.
• Attend pre‑calls with bands and promoter to help ensure comprehensive understanding of lighting needs.
• Supervise lighting crew and delegate daily assignments to ensure efficient execution of each event.
• Administer and enforce company and departmental safety rules, operating procedures, policies, and regulations for employees and the general public.
• Set and monitor quality and service standards for staff.
• Work shifts required to meet the needs of the amphitheater schedule. This includes late nights/early mornings, weekends and holidays.
• Duties may occasionally include other facility setup, maintenance and breakdown duties, ticket and , participant registration and check‑in, bag checking, light security, parking and traffic control, assisting with concessions and merchandise sales, and assisting with other town events and recreation events.
• Operate different types of vehicles, including pickup trucks, utility vehicles and trailers.
• Assist with the purchase of supplies and equipment, as needed.
• Adhere to venue safety standards.
• Responsible for responding to, communicating, and documenting incidents and emergency situations, including, but not limited to:
  First Aid, severe weather, and missing child events.
• Provide support to all facets of the events and recreation…