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Verified Pay check_circle $20 per hour
Hours Full-time
Location Columbia, MD
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πŸ“£ Show Tech Lighting 4 | Touring & Live Events Focus

πŸ“ Location: Columbia, MD  
πŸ•“ Schedule: Full Time | Touring & Event Based
🏒 Company: EventEQ
πŸ’° Pay: $20-$30/hr (based on experience and qualifications)

This role is fully focused on touring and live events. As a Show Tech Lighting 1, you will travel to venues, set up, operate, and strike complex lighting systems, creating the right atmosphere for each show. Join our team to be hands on in fast paced event environments and help deliver unforgettable experiences.

🌟 What You’ll Be Doing

βœ… Focus primarily on touring and live event lighting setup and operation
βœ… Review show schedules, contracts, quotes, and technical drawings to plan setups
βœ… Design, set up, and operate complex lighting systems for events
βœ… Assist in warehouse prep, pulling, testing, and repairing lighting equipment
βœ… Travel to venues to assess staging, power, and setup requirements
βœ… Receive, inspect, and verify equipment against manifests
βœ… Act as Lead Show Technician or support role to implement show contracts
βœ… Direct and coordinate technicians and freelance labor when assigned
βœ… Operate lighting systems during shows to meet client expectations
βœ… Document show activities, hours, equipment issues, and client notes
βœ… Secure, strike, pack, and load lighting equipment for transport
βœ… Respond to client needs and technical issues during and after events

πŸ”Ž What We’re Looking For

πŸ”Ή High School Diploma or equivalent
πŸ”Ή 3 to 5 years experience in lighting setup, operation, and strike for Touring Events
πŸ”Ή Ability to travel nationally and internationally
πŸ”Ή Comfortable working in fast paced, high energy environments
πŸ”Ή Strong client service, problem solving, and safety awareness
πŸ”Ή Adaptable and able to work in dynamic event settings

πŸ›  Key Skills

πŸ“Œ Lighting System Setup & Operation
πŸ“Œ Touring & Live Event Execution
πŸ“Œ Technical Problem Solving
πŸ“Œ Client Communication
πŸ“Œ Adaptability & Decision Making
πŸ“Œ Safety Awareness
πŸ“Œ Equipment Prep & Maintenance

πŸ’Ό A Bit About the Role

This position is perfect for technicians who thrive on touring and live events. You’ll be hands on with lighting systems from setup to strike, traveling to multiple venues, and collaborating with clients and production teams to create the perfect atmosphere for every show.

✨ Why Join Us

βœ” Work on exciting touring productions and live events
βœ” Hands on experience with professional lighting systems
βœ” Travel to top venues in Orlando, Las Vegas, and Nashville
βœ” Grow your skills in lighting technology and live event production
βœ” Be part of a collaborative, safety-focused, and innovative team

EventEQ is a Tobacco-Free and Drug-Free workplace and an Equal Opportunity Employer. We participate in E-Verify and comply with all applicable leave laws, including the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA).

πŸ“© Ready to grow sales and make an impact in live events? Apply now and take your career Beyond Technology with EventEQ!


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Posting ID: 1219067424 Posted: 2026-01-24 Job Title: Tech Lighting