LED Control Specialist - Lititz - Tait Towers

Description

TAIT partners with artists, brands, IP holders and place makers to bring culture-defining, never-before-seen experiences to life. With a legacy of innovation spanning over 45 years, TAIT has grown from pioneering in rock 'n' roll concert staging to setting the global standard for extraordinary live events and experiences through cutting-edge technology, precision engineering, and creative design. TAIT's 20 global offices have developed iconic productions and experiences in over 30 countries, all seven continents, and even outer space for renowned performers, theme parks, exhibits, and venues across the globe, including partnerships with Taylor Swift, Cirque Du Soleil, Royal Opera House, Nike, NASA, Bloomberg, Google, Beyoncé, and The Olympics

Position Purpose

As an LED Fabrication Specialist in the live event industry, your primary objective is to contribute to the successful execution of live events by fabricating, Design help, and assembling Custom LED solutions. You will collaborate with event designers and production teams to bring creative concepts to life, ensuring that all fabrication work aligns with event themes and specifications. Your expertise in fabrication techniques, materials, and safety procedures will play a pivotal role in enhancing the visual appeal and functionality of live event spaces, contributing to memorable and immersive audience experiences.

Essential Responsibilities & Accountabilities

• Participates in initial problem solving and conceptual design of assigned project; from beginning of project through to the end.
• Collaborates with internal and external resources to verify the feasibility of potential design.
• Leads prototyping of multiple solutions to determine the best for manufacturability while supporting innovation.
• Assess fabrication's training needs.
• Develop, Plan, and Execute training plans.
• Revise training plans to support business needs.
• Adhere to all company safety policies and procedures.
• Attend meetings, seminars, and training sessions as required.??
• Perform assigned duties according to the policies and expectations prescribed by the company.

Aptitude

• Efficiency - Able to produce significant output with minimal wasted effort
• Calm Under Pressure - Maintains stable performance when under heavy pressure or stress.
• Attention to Detail - Does not let important details slip through the cracks or derail a project.

Versatility

• Proactivity - Acts without being told what to do. Brings new ideas to the company.
• Flexibility/Adaptability - Adjusts quickly to changing priorities and conditions. Copes effectively with complexity of change.
• Creativity/Innovation - Generates new and innovative approaches to problems.
• Intelligence - Learns quickly. Demonstrates ability to quickly and proficiently understand and absorb new information.
• Continuous Improvement - Seeks continuous improvement in his/her/their area of responsibility.

Collaboration

• Honesty/integrity - Does not cut corners ethically. Earns trust and maintains confidences. Does what is right, not just what is politically expedient. Speaks plainly and truthfully.
• Follow-Through on Commitments - Lives up to verbal and written agreements, regardless of personal cost.
• Listening Skills - Lets others speak and seeks to understand their viewpoints.
• Communication - Communicates openly. Speaks and writes clearly and articulately without being overly verbose or talkative. Maintains this standard in all forms of written communication, including email.
• Teamwork - Reaches out to peers and cooperates with supervisors to establish an overall collaborative working relationship. Fosters a team-oriented working environment.
• Persuasion - Able to convince others to pursue a course of action.
• Openness to Criticism and Ideas - Often solicits feedback and reacts calmly to criticism or negative feedback.

Commitment

• Enthusiasm - Exhibits passion and excitement over work. Has a "can-do" attitude. Demonstrates passion for the role and his/her/their contribution to the company and customer success.
• Advocacy - Actively advocates on behalf of the company and the customer.
• Work Ethic - Possesses a strong willingness to work hard and sometimes long hours to get the job done. Has a track record of working hard.
• High Standards - Expects personal performance and team performance to be nothing short of the best.
• Persistence - Demonstrates tenacity and willingness to go the distance on behalf of the company and customers.
• Role Model - Demonstrates company values.

Leadership & Inclusive Culture - TAIT LiNC Framework

• Trust best intentions - Foster a team culture that assumes positive intent and encourages open,
• respectful dialogue.
• Be curious - Demonstrate curiosity by actively seeking diverse perspectives and exploring new
• Ideas
• Radical Candor - Provide honest, constructive feedback with empathy, balancing directness with
• care (Radical Candor)
• Accountability - Set clear expectations and hold self and others accountable for delivering high-
• quality outcomes
• Check Assumptions - Challenge assumptions by validating information and promoting evidence-
• based decision-making

Knowledge and Experience:

• Technical Expertise : Proficiency in specific fabrication techniques, programming, tools, and machinery relevant to their field (e.g., installation, Pixel chase programming, and LED manufacturing training.)
• Precision and Attention to Detail : Ensuring accuracy and quality in every step of the fabrication process to meet exact specifications.
• Safety Consciousness : Adhering to safety protocols and practices to prevent accidents and ensure a safe work environment.
• Problem Solving : Identifying and resolving issues that may arise during fabrication, such as material defects or equipment malfunctions.
• Blueprint Reading : Ability to interpret and work from technical drawings, blueprints, and plans to create fabricated components.
• Material Selection : Knowledge of various materials and their suitability for specific fabrication projects.
• Tools and Equipment Maintenance : Proper care and maintenance of fabrication tools and equipment to ensure their optimal performance.
• Adaptability : Ability to adapt to different materials, processes, and project requirements as needed.
• Communication Skills : Effective communication with team members, supervisors, and project managers to coordinate efforts and provide updates.
• Time Management : Efficiently managing work schedules and deadlines to meet project timelines and production goals.

Minimum Qualifications :

• High school diploma or GED
• Vocational training and courses in Lighting
• Advanced understanding of Led Pixel chasing, DMX control, and light programming.
• Ability to work and train in groups.
• 5 to 10 Years of fabrication experience

TAIT is an equal opportunity employer fully committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran or any other protected characteristic as outlined by international, national, state, or local laws.