Temporary Event Electrician & Maintenance

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• $30 an hour 4 hours ago Qualifications Digital multimeters Circuit testing Working as an electrician Electrical power distribution management Electrical work Electrical system maintenance management Equipment troubleshooting Electrical systems Power distribution systems Journeyman Electrician Voltage testers Electrical maintenance Multimeters Full Job Description Qualification Requirements 1+ year of experience in electrical maintenance / festival lighting experience, familiar with multimeter fault detection, work under licensed Journeyman supervision.

3 years experience preferred Scope of Work This position covers the operation, inspection, troubleshooting, and maintenance of pre-installed lantern exhibits during the event. Operate power plugs of pre-installed lantern groups , connect finished lantern wiring, troubleshoot open/short circuit & on-site malfunction repair; NO modification to building permanent panel & fixed wiring.

Specific duties include:

Energize and de-energize pre-wired lantern groups via designated disconnect points Troubleshoot open circuits, short circuits, ground faults, tripped breakers, loose connections, failed modules, and other on-site electrical malfunctions using appropriate diagnostic equipment Perform basic lantern maintenance, including tightening external fittings, resealing weatherproof connectors and repairing fabric Inspect and repair lantern structures for obvious tilt, displacement, damage, or other safety concerns Communicate promptly with the onsite operations team regarding electrical or lantern-related issues Respond to unexpected lantern failures or other urgent electrical maintenance issues as needed and coordinate with the Onsite Operations Coordinator Flexible availability for weather-related on-call repairs.

Schedule Duration:

November 19, 2026

• January 10, 2027, on select nights

Work Days:

40 scheduled operating days

Shift:

5:00 PM

• 11:00 PM (6 hours), on scheduled event operating days

Event Operating Hours:

4:00 PM

• 9:30 PM Schedule Breakdown 4:00 PM
• 5:00 PM (Pre-Opening): Power on the lanterns and check if the electrical circuits are working properly; Basic maintenance on lantern sets and check wind-bracing/structural stability 5:00 PM
• 9:00 PM (During Show): Patrol the lantern areas, log any issues, and fix simple lighting problems on-site. Give feedback to the onsite manager. 9:00 PM
• 9:30 PM (Closing): Turn off all lanterns at closing time.

Compensation Hourly Rate :

$26

• $30/hour, based on experience

Job Type:

Temporary Pay:

$26.00

• $30.

00 per hour

License/Certification:

Journeyman Electrician (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person