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Las Vegas, Nevada
The SHOW comes alive at MGM Resorts International
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to work in a place full of excitement, diversity, and entertainment? Are you enthusiastic about being a team player in one of the most fascinating industries in the world? At MGM Resorts, we seek individuals like YOU to create unique and show-stopping experiences for our guests.
THE JOB:
As an On Call Lead Conversion Technician, you will play a key role in transforming T-Mobile Arena for some of the biggest sporting and entertainment events in Las Vegas. From Vegas Golden Knights hockey games to UFC, boxing, basketball, and concerts, you will help coordinate arena conversions, guide crew members, and ensure each event setup meets production and vendor requirements.
THE STARTING RATE: $24
THE DAY-TO-DAY:
- Lead and assist with arena conversions, including event setup, breakdown, and transitions between sporting events, concerts, and live entertainment productions
- Install, remove, and maintain event equipment, including staging, seating, risers, bleachers, and portable flooring
- Support ice rink conversions, including the installation and removal of ice coverings, dasher boards, and related equipment
- Assist with basketball court installations, removals, and other specialized event configurations
- Coordinate daily tasks and provide hands-on guidance to conversion team members to ensure safe, efficient, and timely event transitions
- Inspect, organize, and maintain conversion equipment while following established safety and operational procedures
THE IDEAL CANDIDATE:
- Must be a minimum of 21 years of age
- Prior experience in arena or ice rink conversions, event operations, or large-scale venue setup and breakdown
- Ability to work a flexible, on-call schedule with varying shifts, including day, swing, and graveyard
THE PERKS & BENEFITS:
- Wellness incentive programs to help you stay healthy physically and mentally
- Access to company hotel, food and beverage, retail, and entertainment discounts as well as discounts with company partners on things like travel, electronics, online shopping, and more
- Free meals in our employee dining room
- Free parking on and off shift
- Health & Income Protection benefits (for eligible employees)
- Professional and personal development through programs and networking opportunities as well as volunteer opportunities in the community
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Are you ready to JOIN THE SHOW? Apply today!
Las Vegas, Nevada
The SHOW comes alive at MGM Resorts International
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to work in a place full of excitement, diversity, and entertainment? Are you enthusiastic about being a team player in one of the most fascinating industries in the world? At MGM Resorts, we seek individuals like YOU to create unique and show-stopping experiences for our guests.
THE JOB:
As an On Call Lead Conversion Technician, you will play a key role in transforming T-Mobile Arena for some of the biggest sporting and entertainment events in Las Vegas. From Vegas Golden Knights hockey games to UFC, boxing, basketball, and concerts, you will help coordinate arena conversions, guide crew members, and ensure each event setup meets production and vendor requirements.
THE STARTING RATE: $24
THE DAY-TO-DAY:
- Lead and assist with arena conversions, including event setup, breakdown, and transitions between sporting events, concerts, and live entertainment productions
- Install, remove, and maintain event equipment, including staging, seating, risers, bleachers, and portable flooring
- Support ice rink conversions, including the installation and removal of ice coverings, dasher boards, and related equipment
- Assist with basketball court installations, removals, and other specialized event configurations
- Coordinate daily tasks and provide hands-on guidance to conversion team members to ensure safe, efficient, and timely event transitions
- Inspect, organize, and maintain conversion equipment while following established safety and operational procedures
THE IDEAL CANDIDATE:
- Must be a minimum of 21 years of age
- Prior experience in arena or ice rink conversions, event operations, or large-scale venue setup and breakdown
- Ability to work a flexible, on-call schedule with varying shifts, including day, swing, and graveyard
THE PERKS & BENEFITS:
- Wellness incentive programs to help you stay healthy physically and mentally
- Access to company hotel, food and beverage, retail, and entertainment discounts as well as discounts with company partners on things like travel, electronics, online shopping, and more
- Free meals in our employee dining room
- Free parking on and off shift
- Health & Income Protection benefits (for eligible employees)
- Professional and personal development through programs and networking opportunities as well as volunteer opportunities in the community
VIEW JOB DESCRIPTION:
https://mgmresorts.marketpayjobs.com/ShowJob.aspx?EntityID=2&jobcode=16384
Are you ready to JOIN THE SHOW? Apply today!
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Who's Hiring
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in entertainment technician jobs.
- Experience with professional lighting consoles such as ETC Eos or MA Lighting
- Proficiency in audio systems including digital mixing consoles and signal routing
- ETCP certification in theatrical rigging or electrical systems
- Ability to read and interpret technical riders, plots, and schematics
- Physical ability to lift heavy equipment and work safely at heights
- IATSE union membership or willingness to join for applicable venues and tours
Tips for Your Entertainment Technician Job Search
List every union card and certification
IATSE membership, ETCP rigging or electrical certification, and forklift licenses are frequently listed as requirements in entertainment technician postings. Put them in a dedicated credentials section near the top of your resume so hiring managers spot them immediately.
Tailor your resume to the production type
A live concert touring resume reads differently than one for a theme park or corporate AV house. Highlight the specific gear, consoles, and production scale that match the venue or event type you're targeting, not a generic list of every tool you've touched.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists entertainment technician openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Show production scale with real context
Hiring coordinators want to know the size of the calls you've worked, not just the job title. Note audience capacity, number of touring legs, or production budget tier when describing past gigs so your experience is easy to benchmark against the role's demands.
Prepare a gear-specific portfolio or reference sheet
Many entertainment technician interviews include a quick technical walkthrough. Bring a one-page gear sheet listing consoles, fixtures, and rigging systems you've operated, with the contexts you used them in. It signals depth and saves the interviewer from fishing for details.
Follow up after a call with technical specifics
A post-interview thank-you that references a specific technical challenge you discussed, such as a tricky load-in or a system integration problem, reinforces that you were engaged and thinking critically. Generic follow-ups get lost in a stack of similar candidates.
Entertainment Technician Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most entertainment technicians?
MGM Resorts International, MagicSnow, and Morongo Casino, Resort & Spa are hiring the most entertainment technicians right now, with openings concentrated in New Jersey, Nevada, and California, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand tends to cluster around major venue operators, touring production companies, and corporate AV firms with large event calendars.
How many entertainment technician jobs are remote?
About 0% of entertainment technician openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting how hands-on the role is in most specializations. The sub-areas most likely to offer remote work include pre-production design, technical direction for virtual events, and systems programming that can be done off-site before a load-in.
How do you become an entertainment technician?
Start by building hands-on experience through community theater, local events, or college production departments, where you can learn lighting, audio, and rigging fundamentals in a low-stakes environment. Pursue ETCP certification once you have field hours, and consider joining IATSE to access union calls and training programs. Consistent on-the-job experience across multiple production types is what moves candidates into full-time roles.
How do you get hired as an entertainment technician with little experience?
Get on day-call lists at local venues, theaters, and convention centers, where production managers hire per-show crew and rarely require a long resume. Volunteer on student films, community productions, or festival crews to build documented credits. Focus on one discipline like lighting or audio early on so you develop a clear skill set that justifies putting you on a call sheet.
What does the entertainment technician interview process look like?
Most entertainment technician interviews begin with a phone or video screen focused on your technical background, the gear you've operated, and the production types you've worked. For full-time facility or touring roles, a second round often involves a practical walkthrough or a conversation with the department head about a specific system in the venue. References from production managers or crew chiefs carry significant weight at the offer stage.
Where can I find and apply to entertainment technician jobs?
You can find and apply to entertainment technician jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your specialization and experience level, then apply directly to each one that fits.
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