CARPENTRY/PROPS MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN – DAY SHIFT

Full-Time Position
We are looking for a Maintenance Technician to join our Carpentry/Props Team. The main objective of this role is to ensure smooth running of the show by completing maintenance, inspections and pre-sets on show elements
in accordance with Cirque du Soleil standards and policies. They will also need to accomplish daily tasks associated with training per the artistic schedule. All Technicians will be expected to work with other departments to accomplish the daily needs of the room. The ideal candidate for this position will have the ability to critically analyze problems to find solutions and will have strong organization skills.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE THE FOLLOWING QUALIFICATIONS:

• At least two years of previous experience as a professional Stage Technician working on large-scale productions;
• Interpersonal skills to deal effectively with all business contacts;
• Professional appearance and demeanor;
• Previous experience working with maintenance programs;
• Previous experience with wood and metal construction, molding/casting, vacuum-forming, hand sewing, use of adhesives, welding, mechanical and pneumatic;
• Creative thinking ability to use and modify off the shelf items;
• Scenic and faux paining skills an asset;
• Ability to operate or train to operate various lifts and heavy equipment;
• Working knowledge of MS Office: Word, Excel and Outlook; Experience working with AutoCAD/Vectorworks/Solidworks an asset;
• Knowledge of basic theatrical rigging, basic mechanics, electricity and electronics is an asset;
• Fluent in English, both written and spoken;
• Availability to work varied shifts, including weekends and holidays;
• Qualified Event Technology Specialist (Fachkraft für Veranstaltungstechnik);
• Certification or experience in handling stage machinery, rigging, and safety equipment (e.g., Sachkundeprüfung, IPAF certification);
• High School Diploma and or GED required; Completed Ausbildung as Veranstaltungstechniker/in (Event Technician) or equivalent qualification in stage technology.
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the job including, but not limited to crouching, kneeling, standing, lifting, sometimes for extended amounts of time; operating various lifts and heavy equipment; lifting at least 50lbs unassisted, etc.; Full list of essential functions will be sent in the offer. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions;
• Verification of the right to work in Germany for Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group.
  As you can imagine, working with a circus can be quite different from other organizations, and at Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group, we embrace these differences loudly with enthusiasm. We realize that one size fits none and invite you to come create your own specialized experience with us to see exactly what we’re talking about, firsthand.
  Our emotion-provoking shows are just the tip of the iceberg: laced throughout our organization, you will find creative minds who are empowered to use their voices and be themselves, their truest selves. Diversity to us means various perspectives, fresh ideas and continuous improvement of the way we do things. We won’t pretend like we have every answer, that’s why we need you! The employees here are the center of what we do, the voices behind the final product and amazing performances on stage.

Please refer the Job description for details