Role is responsible for safe handling and operation of Entertainment equipment such as lighting, sound, pneumatics, and the technical running of Scare Zones. Entertainment Technicians are required to interact with guests, team members, and supervisors on a daily basis. Additionally, give assistance to guest as needed. Entertainment Technicians are required to continuously work outdoors and closely with others. Occasionally will work alone. Will always be exposed to direct sunlight, dust, dirt, and water. Must be able to function in all weather conditions and for long periods of time.
Required Skills
- Must have a good understanding of lighting and sound equipment
- Basic operation of a lighting/sound console
- Ability to set and adjust microphone levels
- Ability to hang and focus a light based off a Light Plot
- Ability to run a CD, MP3, or DVD player
- Ability to run a show with automated light board, audio player, and a single microphone
- Must have the ability to understand, maintain and operate special effects
- Fog machines
- Pneumatic systems
- Sound control systems
- Must have basic troubleshooting skills
- Regularly give equipment basic maintenance and have the ability to use tools
- Cleaning
- Testing
- Properly replace Lamp/Gel/Batteries
- Arrange Safe handling of all equipment (lighting, microphones, amplifiers, etc.)
- Must be able to move large props on and off stage/view of guests
- Must be able to work efficiently in a fast paced environment
- Must show a willingness to learn and apply skills
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Must be able to promote the park with the utmost enthusiasm and pride while greeting guests
- Analyze situations, read people, and use excellent judgment and decision making ability concerning both
- Work in close proximity to potentially large crowds of people
- Learn a large amount of knowledge about the park and use this in communication with others
- Maintain proper attendance and abide by all Six Flags rules and regulations
- Ensure guest safety and satisfaction in their stay at Six Flags
- Resolve guest concerns that may arise on a daily basis
- Respond to any emergency situations in the area and maintain control until a supervisor arrives
- Ensure that image, cleanliness and courtesy standards requirements are met
- Refrain from consuming substances that may impair judgment
- Cooperate with all team members and managers
- Complete any and all tasks as requested by Six Flags Management
- Safety conscious
- Outgoing and friendly demeanor
- Willing to actively engage guests
Additional Job Requirements:
- May be required to assist in other parts of the department including greeting.
- At least 18 years of age.
- Must possess a valid drivers license
- Able to communicate effectively in the English language, including the ability to read, speak , and understand the English language
- Available to work flexible hours at night and on the weekends
- Must have excellent customer service skills
- Requires continuous sitting or standing, bending, eye/hand coordination, near vision, hearing, and speech.
- Requires frequent kneeling, manual dexterity, gross motor skills, and color definition.
- Must be able to stand/walk for up to 6 hours at a time and as many as 14 hours a day
- Must be able to walk up to 3 miles per day over various surfaces
- Must be able to lift and carry 50 lbs over 25 feet over various surfaces
- Must be able to climb a stepladder up to 6 in height
Other functions:
All other duties assigned or necessary to support the park as a whole. While this job description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the requirements of the job, management reserves the right to add or remove duties when circumstances (e.g. emergencies, changes in workload, rush jobs, or technological developments) dictate.
*Please submit resume with application*
Six Flags Entertainment Corporation is North Americas largest regional amusement-resort operator with 27 amusement parks, 15 water parks and nine resort properties across 17 states in the U.S., Canada and Mexico. Focused on its purpose of making people happy, Six Flags provides fun, immersive and memorable experiences to millions of guests every year with world-class coasters, themed rides, thrilling water parks, resorts and a portfolio of beloved intellectual property such as Looney Tunes, DC Comics and PEANUTS.