Theatrical Lighting Technician - Dollywood Theme Park - Seasonal

Theatrical Lighting Technician - Dollywood Theme Park - Full Time Seasonal

At Dollywood Parks & Resorts, we create memories worth repeating. We do this every day across all properties, all located in the Great Smoky Mountains of East Tennessee. Seek candidates who embody the heart and soul of our mission, bringing a spirit of fun, authenticity, collaboration, creativity, and genuine hospitality to our guests.

• Perform primary technician duties as assigned, making calculated decisions to complete tasks in a timely manner for the Entertainment Department.
• Provide ongoing maintenance to entertainment system infrastructures, including themed outdoor lighting, festival icons, atmospheric sound systems, and show sets.
• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair entertainment lighting control systems, static lighting fixtures, moving‑head fixtures, professional sound systems, video projection systems, DMX infrastructure, and DMX‑controlled fixtures.
• Set up and troubleshoot networking infrastructure.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose common line‑voltage problems and submit repair requests as necessary.
• Perform routine maintenance of entertainment equipment to meet high safety standards.
• Utilize heavy machinery for installation and transportation of entertainment equipment.
• Provide technical support to all Dollywood Parks & Resorts venues as needed.
• Share knowledge and best use cases with other technical team members.
• Wear Dollywood Entertainment provided costume or uniform.
• Assist in other areas of the Entertainment Division as directed.
• Maintain an orderly, neat, safe, and well‑maintained workspace.
• Drive company vehicles—including cars, vans, and trucks—to transport personnel and supplies.
• Management reserves the right to change and/or add to these duties at any time.

• Minimum 18 years of age.
• High school diploma required.
• Experience with entertainment and/or architectural lighting fixtures.
• Knowledge of entertainment and/or architectural lighting control infrastructure and control systems.
• Preferred knowledge of installation, operation and repair of modern moving‑light fixtures.
• Preferred experience programming lighting control software and show control systems such as Paradigm, Mosaic, and Hog.
• Preferred experience in stage set construction or general construction.
• Preferred experience and working knowledge of electricity.
• Preferred experience with industry‑specific software such as Vector Works, QLab, QSys, and Dante.
• Must be able to operate a computer and be knowledgeable of general use programs such as Outlook, Word and Excel.
• Must successfully complete a pre‑employment background check and drug screening.
• Driver's license and acceptable driving record required.

• Able to make a friendly impression with guests, vendors, and employees.
• Reflect Dollywood’s image by being genuinely friendly and caring and taking pride in work.
• Self‑motivated and disciplined.
• Prioritize and complete work assignments on time.
• Maintain strict confidentiality and judgment regarding privileged information.
• Committed to continuous improvement.
• Professional appearance with good personal hygiene.
• Promote and support a team work environment by cooperating and helping co‑workers.
• Productive in a fast‑paced environment.
• Dependable attendance and flexibility with assigned work schedules, including overtime, evenings, weekends and holidays.
• Sensitive to guests’ needs and empowered to act in company guidelines.
• Effective communication, problem‑solving, conflict management, and interpersonal skills.
• Comprehend instructions and retain information.
• Perform duties consistent with creating a safe and secure environment for hosts and guests.
• Flexible to handle frequent changes in priorities.
• Accurate in basic math—add, subtract, multiply, and divide.
• Communicate effectively with guests and hosts using approved methods.
• Tolerate various temperatures while working outdoors.
• Operate/drive a company vehicle with a valid driver’s license and insurance.
• Meet physical demands of the job, including lifting up to 50 lbs and occasionally up to 120 lbs with assistance.
• Work extended hours in dim‑light conditions.
• Work on various…