Who We Are:

CueBlue is a leading provider of comprehensive lighting, sound, video, projection, intercom, rigging, curtains, and special effects systems. We cater to entertainment, performance, education, worship, museums, themed environments, hospitality, commercial, and other non-residential clients. Our team is passionate about entertainment, technology, and above all, our customers.

About The Job:

We are looking for an experienced, efficiency-focused, results-driven, and team-oriented person to join us as a Lighting and Controls Technician – Programmer.

The Lighting and Controls Technician/Programmer is responsible for managing and resolving technical service requests and repairs, programming lighting and control systems for installation and integration projects, and providing training and technical support to customers. This role supports the project installation team while also assisting with the management, maintenance, setup, and integration of company technical systems, displays, and demonstrations related to entertainment lighting and control systems.

General Tasks:

  • Troubleshoot and repair entertainment lighting and control systems.
  • Provide ongoing support and maintenance for installed systems.
  • Participate in, and occasionally oversee, inspections, warranty service, system commissioning, and other project, service, and site-specific work.
  • Conduct training sessions for customers and team members on systems and equipment.
  • Install, integrate, and program entertainment lighting systems, including fixtures, cabling, networks, and control consoles.
  • Act as the main contact for service, repair, maintenance, and inspection requests.
  • Organize and manage labor and team members for various tasks as required.
  • Assist with the development of service procedures, documentation, drawings, and operations.
  • Represent CueBlue professionally when interacting with customers, vendors, and partners.
  • Travel locally, and occasionally regionally, to meet project partners, customers, and visit project sites.

Required Qualifications:

  • 2+ years of related experience in a similar position – OR – 4+ years of general experience with related entertainment, commercial, or similar non-residential system programming or technical service.
  • Strong technical knowledge of entertainment lighting systems, controls, fixtures, DMX/RDM data, and related technologies.
  • Experience programming and operating lighting control systems and consoles from Vari-Lite, ETC, Hog, MA, Chamsys, etc..
  • Ability to interpret project documentation such as wiring diagrams, schematics, and other technical service related documents.
  • Excellent technical problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to work both independently and in team settings.
  • Clear, professional, and respectful communication skills.
  • Commitment to workplace safety.
  • Comfortable working at heights, in confined spaces, and on construction sites.
  • Physical ability to handle heavy equipment.
  • A desire to keep learning and gaining relevant training and certifications.
  • A valid drivers license / state ID and a clear driving record with no major incidents in the last year.

Desired Qualifications:

  • Industry certifications (e.g., Vari-Lite, ETC, ETCP, AVIXA, Crestron, etc.).
  • Bachelor’s degree in Technical Theater, Engineering, or other related field -or- 4+ years of related field-oriented technical, vocational, academic, or military training
  • Advanced knowledge of pro lighting, network, and entertainment systems.
  • Strong math and analytical problem-solving skills.
  • Personal interest in related fields like entertainment, architecture, or technical production.
  • Conversational proficiency in English and Spanish.

Pay + Benefits:

  • $55,000 – $65,000 ( pretax )
  • Health, Dental, Vision ( 20% employee / 80% CueBlue contribution for all base plans )
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CueBlue is an Equal Employment Opportunity ( EEO ) company. We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other legally protected status under local, state, or federal law.