Moving Light and Network Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

About Main Light, LLC

Main Light is a leading dry hire rental provider of professional lighting systems to production companies and designers throughout the entertainment industry. With locations across the country, including our Tri-State facility in Teterboro, NJ, we pride ourselves on our deep technical expertise, state-of-the-art equipment, and commitment to exceptional customer service.

Position Summary

The Moving Light and Network Technician is responsible for preparing, testing, maintaining, and troubleshooting intelligent lighting fixtures and entertainment networking systems. This role plays a critical part in ensuring the quality and reliability of equipment sent out on rental, supporting the company’s reputation for excellence and dependability.

What You Will Be Doing:

• Test, troubleshoot, and perform maintenance on moving lights and LED fixtures (e.g., Robe, ETC, Martin, Clay Paky, Chauvet, Elation).
• Configure and test entertainment networking systems, including DMX, Art-Net, sACN, and proprietary control protocols.
• Perform software updates and firmware upgrades on fixtures and networking devices.
• Utilize test consoles and software tools (e.g., GrandMA, ETC EOS, Pathway, Luminex, Net3 Concert) to verify system integrity.
• Collaborate with the Operations and Rental Teams to ensure equipment is show-ready and meets customer specifications.
• Document repairs, configurations, and maintenance logs in inventory or ticketing systems.
• Assist in cable prep and control system builds as needed.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Stay current on new technologies and best practices in lighting and entertainment networking.
• Provide assistance in other departments as required.

What We Are Looking For:

• Two (2) plus years of experience working with intelligent lighting systems and entertainment networks in a production, rental, or systems integration environment.
• Proficient in DMX, Art-Net, sACN, and common entertainment control systems.
• Strong knowledge of moving light functionality and repair.
• Familiarity with lighting control consoles and networking tools (e.g., MA, ETC, Pathway, Luminex).
• High school diploma or equivalent; technical training or certification a plus.
• Excellent diagnostic and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to lift 50 plus lbs. and work in a fast-paced, hands-on environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• ETCP Certification (Entertainment Electrician)
• Experience with Vectorworks, Lightwright, or similar design/plotting software
• Familiarity with rental inventory software (e.g., Rentalworks, Flex, IntelliEvent)
• Basic soldering and electronics repair skills.

We Have Great Benefits!

We pride ourselves on the benefits we can offer our employees. Those benefits include, but are not limited to:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with 5 % company match
• Short- and long-term disability
• Life and Accident Insurance
• PTO, Sick and holiday pay
• Educational reimbursement
• Ongoing professional development and training opportunities

Kensington Management Resources, LLC complies with federal and state laws prohibiting discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, gender, disability, veteran status, age or any other protected status.