Event Lighting Technician

Title: Lighting Technician

Company: EideCom

Reporting to: Director of Event Operations

Department: Event Operations

About Us

Voted ‘Best Places to Work’ in 2022, EideCom is a Minneapolis-based production team that specializes in creating memorable experiences through events. With nearly two decades of experience, we are passionate about impacting lives through our events, which include production management, audio/visual strategy, branding and design, interactive entertainment, and cutting-edge technology. Our core values - Positive, Creative, Effective, and Team-Player - drive us to provide impeccable customer service and deliver results. As a growing company, we are seeking a dedicated team member who shares our values and work ethics.

Job Description

EideCom is seeking a highly talented, detail-oriented, and creative Lighting Technician with a passion for creating impactful live experiences. As one of the fastest-growing event companies in the industry, we are looking for a motivated individual to join our team.

The Lighting Technician is a full-time position with EideCom and will be responsible for managing all lighting equipment, coordinating with the production management team, and effectively managing production to create a strategy that fulfills all tasks efficiently and professionally. This role will also be responsible for overseeing all lighting logistics for each project. This position will report to the Director of Event Production. Primary duties will focus on preparing, planning and operating lighting equipment to ensure client satisfaction. This position will be located in Brooklyn Park, MN, but will require additional travel outside of state and possibly overseas.

Please note that this is a full-time position, and freelance workers need not apply.

Responsibilities

Plan and Prepare Lighting Equipment

• Communicate with production team members to understand lighting requirements on each project
• Plan and document lighting system needs for event projects
• Maintain and prepare company lighting equipment

Operate Equipment

• Deploy and operate lighting equipment on-site
• Select, position, adjust and operate lighting equipment
• Assist in leading onsite lighting crew’s, labor, and logistics

Customer Service

• Communicate positively with on-site production management
• Oversee and lead the lighting team (load-in, rigging, etc)

Education & Experience

• 2-4 years experience in the same or similar role
• Excellent written and interpersonal communication skills, including the ability to communicate across multiple departments
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to understand event creative and production
• Ability to make decisions under pressure
• Flexible schedule, which could include working evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Employees must be able to stand, sit, or kneel for extended periods of time. Must also be able to move/lift heavy objects ranging 10-75 lbs. Clear vision and ability to use range of motion required.

Salary

$65,000-$85,000 depending on experience. This is a full-time position as regular/permanent employee and includes many company-provided benefits:

• Health Benefits - medical, dental, vision
• Short Term and Long Term Disability Coverage
• Company paid Life Insurance Plan
• Matching 401k Retirement account
• Maternity/Paternity leave
• Paid Holidays include some company paid holidays
• Company gatherings and social events
• Company facilities include a fitness center, locker rooms and showers, theater space and studio space.

This position will be located in the Minneapolis, MN offices and requires in-person attendance.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $65,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus opportunities

Application Question(s):

• How many years of experience do you have with lighting systems?
• Are you comfortable setting a stage wash for broadcast?
• Have you ever led the setup of rigged lighting fixtures?
• Do you have at least an intermediate level of knowledge operating a GrandMA lighting Console?
• How many years of lighting inventory maintenance experience do you have?
• Are you willing to undergo a background check in accordance with local laws and regulations?
• Are you located in the twin cities area and can comfortably commute to our office location?

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Minneapolis, MN 55428: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Willingness to travel:

• 50% (Required)

Work Location: In person