About this role
Automation Operator Lead
Job Description: Travel the globe, while advancing your career with a world-renowned leader in the cruise industry! As an Automation Operator Lead, you will help our Broadway-caliber theatrical productions come to life using state-of-the-art equipment.
Additional Information: This is a SHIPBOARD role.
Contract length is 4 months on/2 months off. Single room accommodation. Officer privileges while onboard. Benefits offered year-round, on contract and off contract, as long as a return contract is signed, including: Group Medical Coverage; Short & Long Term Disability Insurance; Life Insurance; Retirement Savings Plan option (90-day wait to participate, 1 year wait for company match)
Applicants must:
• Be genuinely interested in a career at sea and willing to live and work onboard a Disney Cruise Line vessel • Be committed to the position you are applying for at least 2-3 contracts before a transfer or promotion • Be willing to follow and perform safety role, emergency duties and/or associated responsibilities as specified in the ship Assembly Plan • Be willing and able to uphold the general safety management responsibilities specified in the Safety Management System in areas and operations under their control • Be willing to follow and embrace United States Public Health requirements and guidelines as well as Environmentality requirements and Company practices • Be willing to share a cabin with other crew members and appreciative of working and living in a multi-cultural environment • Be comfortable living in a confined space with strict rules and regulations • Adhere to a structured lifestyle, personally and professionally
Your Responsibilities:
• Have a valid passport and C1/D Seaman's visa (DCL will provide you with documents to obtain this) • Complete a pre-employment medical • Obtain a criminal background check • Bring approved work shoes
**Disney Cruise Line is a drug-free workplace. All new hires are required to undergo drug/alcohol testing within the first week onboard and throughout their contracts.
Basic Qualifications: • Minimum five years recent show production/operation experience • Proven experience or qualifications in a theatrical/ Entertainment based rigging operation or role • Ability to work at heights and with heavy equipment required • Computer literacy • Experience in the operation of computerized automation control equipment • Knowledge and experience of hydraulics, electronics, electric motors, motor drives and controls, manual and automated rigging devices • Be at least 21 years of age • Be able to speak, read and write fluent English • Willingness to live and work onboard one of our vessels for a certain length of time (based on position) • Be able to work a seven-day, 70-84 hour week with limited time off • Be able to adhere to Disney Cruise Line appearance guidelines • Enjoy working in a high-volume, fast-paced, guest-service oriented environment • Be flexible with your work schedule, job duties and work locations • Appreciate diversity among guests and crew
Preferred Qualifications: • Experience in a similar role
Responsibilities: • Operate stage scenic elements during shows • Conduct routine maintenance on all ship-wide automation and rigging systems • Ensure all documentation is maintained • Operate Entertainment Automation systems at the Walt Disney Theatre • Oversee and ensure that all rigging equipment is maintained in good order and is being used properly • Responsible for the maintenance and safe operation of the rigging equipment used in outdoor deck parties, including training in all rigging positions for the operation of the show • Assist in other duties and tasks as assigned by the Senior Technician WDT, including but not limited to Cast changeovers, load ins/outs, new show installs, equipment tests, vendor support, movie premieres and company events • Carry out all other duties and tasks assigned by the shipboard leadership team, including but not limited to safety duties and tasks in support of other technical areas • Actively participate in all Castaway Cay job responsibilities associated with position and line of business as directed by DCL leadership • Execute additional job responsibilities, as assigned by DCL leadership, based on operational need • Comply with all company set policies and procedures, along with all maritime and ship rules, regulations and procedures • Participate in Emergency Duties as specified in the ship Assembly Plan