Are you looking for a job that will allow you to work on unique electrical fabrication, interface with industrial coding/programming, travel the world, and work with a diverse team? Then a position in the Automation Department at Chicago Flyhouse may be the right fit for you!
A career at Chicago Flyhouse is more than just a job. It's an opportunity to work on some of the most well-known structures and facilities in the country. You will be part of a team creating innovative solutions alongside like-minded project managers, engineers, safety technicians, and rigging experts to address technical, mechanical, and aesthetic design constraints. Working at Chicago Flyhouse is embarking on a career like no other, which means we are looking for the next candidate to complement our growing crew and bring their own intrinsic motivation to the table.
Often Chicago Flyhouse will create a job to fit the potential employee's background and career desires. If you’re looking for a position with adaptability, please apply!
Compensation
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Full Time Salary position
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Eligible for Overtime pay
- Flexible Paid Time OFF
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Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance options
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401(k) savings plan with company matching program available
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Eligible for year-end bonus based upon overall job performance
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Paid Training and education advancement opportunities
Responsibilities may include
- Electrical fabrication for motorized hoist and control systems.
- Electrical repair and troubleshooting for various types of automation control systems relating to the theatrical and entertainment industry.
- Under the guidance of the Head of Department, generate/update one-lines, wire sheets, multi-line schematics, and cabinet layout.
- On larger electrical fabrication projects, work as “quality control” to ensure all products created for projects are compliant with the unique job requirements of the installation site.
- Provide support to the project management team. This may include attending site visits, site measurements, project preparation, packing/unpacking, etc.
- Provide support to our Safer Venue Program by participating in the inspection and maintenance teams providing client services.
- Assist with delivering emergency repair services for various clients throughout the United States and World.
- Working with Programming team for code solutions with theatrical control systems.
- Provide support to all personnel as needed.
Preferred Qualifications
- At least 2 years' experience as an automation, electrical, instrumentation, or process controls technician, preferred. Or equivalent educational experience.
- Strong analytical and reasoning skills include the ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
- Familiarity and ability to enter, monitor and evaluate data within operations management systems.
- Self-motivated with the ability to work both independently and within teams to establish and meet deadlines, goals, and objectives.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Suite, AutoDesk (specifically AutoCAD) and diagnostic programs.
- An active/unrestricted driver’s license and safe driving record are required for this position, required.
Physical Demands
- Regularly works around mechanical systems and in indoor and outside conditions. This may include at times inclement weather, heat, and humidity.
- Must be able to operate out of our Chicago, IL headquarters primarily. There will be work in other locations at times.
- May need to work off hours to accommodate client’s needs.
- Must be able to move objects to lift and move equipment and/or pipes and provide support over time.
- Frequently operates a computer, hand, and power tools, and other equipment.
- Occasionally ascends/ descends stairs and/or ladders to inspect and/or install equipment on production equipment.
