Lighting Technician - Shipboard Entertainment

Viking (NYSE: VIK) is a global leader in experiential travel with a fleet of more than 100 ships, exploring 21 rivers, five oceans and all seven continents. Designed for curious travelers with interests in science, history, culture and cuisine, Chairman and CEO Torstein Hagen often says Viking offers experiences For The Thinking Person™. Viking has more than 450 awards to its name, including being rated #1 for Rivers and #1 for Oceans five years in a row byCondé Nast Traveler in the 2025 Readers’ Choice Awards.

Viking is also rated a “World’s Best” by Travel + Leisure—no other travel company has simultaneously received such honors by both publications.

WORKING WITH VIKING

As a Viking Shipboard Team Member, you represent Viking’s values and our Service Standard, STAR Service. You are a hospitality professional with a passion for excellence. Viking will empower you with the skills, knowledge and tools to succeed in your role onboard. At Viking, we are committed to each other and our Guests through a shared set of values. We strive to be the best;

we always impress our Guests and we care for each other as a family. By working for Viking, you embody our world-class service culture and become a valued part of our Viking Family.

PURPOSE OF POSITION

• The Lighting Technician sets up, runs and maintains the lighting equipment for all entertainment areas on the ship.
• It is your responsibility to create a friendly, guest-oriented service culture to ensure guest satisfaction and repeat business, which in turn, will increase revenue and profitability of the company.

• Rig, circuit and focus lighting for assigned shows.
• Program the lighting computer/console during technical rehearsals, as assigned.
• Perform fixture/circuit checks before each show, to ensure that the show set-up is complete and set out, as per company policy and procedures.
• Operate manual and computer-controlled lighting systems, during shows.
• Ensure that the design integrity and performance quality are maintained through show runs.
• Operate follow-spot, when necessary.
• Maintain a show report log for each performance.
• Communicate in a clear, concise and timely manner with the Stage Manager and other departments.
• Participate in special events by assisting with sound needs; maintain and perform minor to moderate repairs to lightening equipment inventory
• Inspect and maintain all overhead riggings in the entertainment venues onboard the ship.
• Maintain cleanliness and order in all light areas, in accordance with all Public Health and Safety Policies and Procedures.
• Attend all show set-ups, show calls and meetings, in a timely manner.
• Provide the highest level of comfort and service to guests, as per Viking’s STAR Service Standards and all Public Health Policies.
• Participate in “The Daily Reunion” every day to understand your team’s operational needs and to ensure consistent adherence to Viking’s STAR Service Standards.
• Ensure you always wear the appropriate and task specific Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as required for your duties onboard. Always use correct lifting techniques to prevent injuries.
• Uphold impeccable grooming standards at all times by complying with Viking’s Image and Uniform Standards.
• Ensure that company property is appropriately secured and protected, especially during rough weather conditions, in order to prevent unnecessary loss or damage.
• Demonstrate outstanding flexibility: must be able to work at different times of the day, under pressure and reflect a positive can-do attitude and the best image of Viking at all times.
• Become knowledgeable about itinerary-related ports of call, shore excursions and shipboard activities such as events, entertainment and programs.
• Have strong motivation to achieve the company goals and objectives (quality and financial) for the Entertainment Department.
• Have full knowledge about safety & security procedures and can operate in line with all Public Health, Environmental and Safety & Security Policies; participate in all training concerning onboard training, safety & security, fire prevention, evacuation exercises as required by the company.
• Perform additional duties, upon instruction from the…