A&E Electrician

Sight & Sound is an organization comprised of people with diverse talents coming together as one in Christ to tell His story through who we are and what we do.  We foster a culture of love for God and love for others, trust and teamwork, and a collaborative environment in which we get to do our best work every day.

The Automation & Effects Electrician assists the A&E Designers and Technicians to install and maintain electrical systems in various show elements. They complete set electrical panel builds, install power distribution and assist in the implementation of special effects for new shows, existing shows, and special projects. They learn and understand show related programs and systems to be able to troubleshoot and repair them.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities: 

• Install set power distribution and necessary cable runs to power set lighting or other effects.
• Build and Install set panel boxes based on the design of the Automation and Effects Designers
• Prove and test the installation to ensure all elements receive the correct power based on their requirements.
• Interface with Lighting Design to identify all lighting power needs required for the show element.
• Ensure that all efforts are in conformity with the National Electric Code and approved Sight & Sound construction practices.

Prerequisites: 

• Basic electrical skills with experience in electrical service installation
• Proficient with shop and hand power tools
• Proficient in reading electrical schematics
• Ability to install conduit based on framing drawings
• Computer skills including hardware, software, and networks
• Familiarity with industrial and/or theatrical control systems including industrial motor drives and human mechanical interface (HMI)

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.