General Special Effects Technician

Image Engineering Job Posting

Image Engineering was founded as a company that pushes boundaries, develops new ideas through design and fabrication, and is a leader in the visual display and special effects industry. We are comprised of a team of artists, engineers, event producers, fabricators, and creative thinkers.
We have worked all over the United States completing thousands of projects in the field of creative multimedia shows for clients such as Rihanna, Jay Z, Tiesto, Lady Gaga, American Idol, America's Got Talent and multiple professional sports franchises in the NFL, NBA, and NHL. We have also created permanent and temporary interactive installations for world-class venues including the Staples Center, The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, The Smithsonian Institutions, and Walt Disney World.
Our strength lies in our engineering department focuses on creating custom practical special effects that the world has never seen before. With an in-house team of mechanical, electrical, and integration/show controls engineers we are able to design exactly what our clients are looking for from the ground up. Our in-house team of fabricators and assemblers bring these designs to life with the use of cutting-edge equipment. As our newest division, permanent and themed entertainment installations are poised as Image Engineering's next chapter of growth.
Role Description

General SFX Technician
Full Time or Part Time Hourly (On-site)
Weekend Availability Required
Possible Overtime
Benefits Included
Primary Responsibilities:

Following detailed verbal and written instructions for installing Pyrotechnics, Flame Effects, Lasers, Cryogenics, Lighting and AV.
Actively engaging in deployment of special effects to include: Pyrotechnics, Flame Effects, Lasers and Cryogenics deployments under the direction of Lead Technician or Producer.
Comprehension of detailed pyrotechnic execution plans.
General comprehension of event plots and scenarios.
Able to communicate effectively and take direction confidently.
General knowledge of common event power scenarios.
General knowledge of DMX systems, basic AV systems.
Experience with pyrotechnic firing systems such as FireOne and the willingness to learn other firing systems.
Collaboratively troubleshooting alongside crew to solve onsite issues.
Routinely complete and maintain OSHA and Company-level compliance trainings.
Adherence to Company policies and best practices.
Ability to work well both collaboratively and independently.
Perform other related duties as required and assigned.
Secondary Responsibilities:

Prepare and pack, and deliver equipment for events while further developing skillsets.
Follow detailed verbal and written instructions for packing each show.
Inspecting and verifying equipment pack lists and validating equipment condition.
Drive Company-owned vehicles to and from locations as specified.
Acquire and develop new skillsets involving emerging technologies and practices.
Develop relevant knowledge and familiarity with inventory, with a focus on maintenance.
Requirements
Able to work evenings, weekends
Able to travel nationally for on-site shows
Able to work in a fast-paced, sometimes stressful environment
Willing to learn how to safely deploy and repair special effects and event production equipment
Willing to become DOT Certified in the State of Maryland
Willing to become HAZMAT Certified in the State of Maryland
Forklift certification preferred; Willing to be certified on and operate forklifts regularly
Comfortable utilizing ladders up to 12"
Able to frequently walk, bend, squat, balance, lift and carry up to 75 lbs
Able to pass background check and drug test
18 years of age or older
Valid U.S. Driver's License required
High School Diploma or GED required
At least one-year job experience preferred
Benefits:
Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off
Paid Holidays / 2x hourly pay rate if working on holiday
Overtime pay (1.5x) when working over 40 hours per week
John Hancock 401(k) Retirement Plan
Company-Paid Life Insurance
Aflac Supplemental Insurance
Dependent Care Program
Travel Reward Points (hotel, airline, car rental)
Employee Referral Bonuses
Company perks, including regular in-office treats and social events
...and more!