Entertainment Stage Technician- Full Time/Part Time, Walt Disney World

Apply Now Apply Later Job ID 1311465BR Location Orlando, Florida, United States / Lake Buena Vista, Florida, United States Business Walt Disney World Resort Date posted Sep. 30, 2025

Job Summary:

The Entertainment Stage Technician will have the experience of watching Guests react as they are transported by live shows, parades, and spectaculars across the Walt Disney World Resort. As an Entertainment Stage Technician, you will install, operate, and maintain the lighting, audio, props, video, pyrotechnics, automation, and rigging for dozens of live shows and special events across our Parks and Resorts daily.

The pay rate for this role in Florida is $23.00 per hour.
Select benefits may be provided as part of the compensation package, such as medical, financial, and/or other benefits. To learn more about our benefits visit: https://jobs.disneycareers.com/benefits.

Responsibilities:

Show operation and maintenance of all entertainment technical elements
Mixing live audio for bands and live events
Load and launch pyrotechnics for our nighttime spectaculars
Repair props and puppets used in our live shows
Program and operate lighting consoles for live shows and special events
Load in and operate equipment for conventions and special events
Manage entertainment warehouse inventory and repair high end gear

Basic Qualifications:

Positive, professional demeanor, and ability to work as part of a team
Willingness to learn, adapt, and grow skills along with career
Full-time availability for a flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays
Able to work in a physically demanding role that requires lifting to 50 lbs. as well as frequent climbing, squatting, and standing for long durations of time
Comfortable working outdoors in inclement and/or extreme weather conditions in a physically active environment
Experience setting up, installing, and troubleshooting advanced technology for new productions or events
Technology savvy with solid understanding of electrical systems and data signal flow
Troubleshoot and repair show operation equipment
Ability to pass ATFE background check and maintain WDW pyro credential
Valid United States driver’s license and reliable transportation
Knowledge of theatrical terminology and interpreting documentation

Specialize in one or more of the following technical disciplines is required:

Audio

Live mixing (front of house and monitors)
Experience setting up and tearing down audio gear (speakers, instruments, etc.)
Proficient in programming and operating digital consoles and advanced audio programs (Q-SYS, Dante, etc.)

Lighting

Read and implement lighting plots
Experience programming lighting consoles and moving lights
Understand basic lighting principles
Knowledge of electrical systems and circuitry

Video

Live event experience building and operating video systems from scratch
Video engineering experience for live events in multiple areas (i.e. switching, graphics, editing, etc.)
Media server and/or projection mapping knowledge
LED wall installation experience

Rigging

Familiar with theatrical overhead rigging practices
Experience with, and willingness to continue learning about, truss systems, chain hoists, and overhead safety guidelines
Able to obtain and maintain a CDL B license

Props & Puppets

Experience repairing and creating puppets and props
Able to recreate items based on template or mold

Show Support Warehouse

Relevant experience working in a fast-paced, high-volume warehouse with electronic inventory management systems
Able to obtain and maintain a CDL B license
Comfortable checking-in and checking-out all entertainment equipment, including packing and loading trucks for transportation
Familiar with performing inventory control checks

Show Control / Automation

Experience with setting up, operating, and maintaining show control systems and equipment for entertainment venues
Comprehension of networking and IT principles
Familiar with Navigator, Conductor, Q-SYS, and/or AMX is a plus

Pyrotechnics & Special Effects

Ability to obtain FL CDL with hazmat endorsement
Operate heavy equipment such as Roll Loader, Forklift, Scissor Lift and WAVe Lift
Warehouse and inventory management experience
Experience with programming, installation, and operation of live pyrotechnic systems
Knowledge of special effects systems (i.e. fog, lasers, haze, etc.)

Preferred Qualifications:

Five (5) years live entertainment experience in increasing roles of responsibility
Leadership experience
Advanced networking, programming, and computer skills
Show control system and automation skills
Vendor certification on repair of equipment

Additional Information:

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Entertainment Stage Technician- Full Time/Part Time, Walt Disney World

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