Lead Production Technician

Power & Light District • Non-ferrous Metals • 6 months ago

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Salary

≈ $45k – $91k per year (Estimated)

Location

In office (Kansas City)

Seniority

Staff · 5+ years exp

Employment

Part-Time

Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 27, 2026. First seen by Alion on Apr 3, 2026. Power & Light District scores D on the Alion truth index.

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Power & Light District

The Power & Light District is a mixed-use entertainment, dining and residential district in downtown Kansas City, Missouri, developed by The Cordish Companies of Baltimore and named after the 1931 Kansas City Power and Light Building. Construction began in 2004 and its first venue, McFadden's Sports Saloon, opened in November 2007; today it hosts bars and restaurants such as Pizza Bar, Palm Tree Club and Guy Fieri's Dive Bar and Taco Joint, live events and apartment buildings including One Light and Midland Lofts. It hires cooks, dishwashers, bartenders, food runners, executive chefs, general managers and apartment maintenance staff.

powerandlightdistrict.com • HQ: Kansas City, United States • Venues • Events & Ticketing • 1001-5000 employees • Est. 2007

Lead Production Technician

Location: Kansas City, MO (District / Event-Based)

Position Summary: The Lead Production Technician is a hands-on, show-level technical leader responsible for audio, lighting, and on-site production execution across a high-volume live events environment. This role serves as the primary in-house technical owner for all events, ensuring consistent, high-quality execution while reducing reliance on third-party production labor.

The Lead Production Technician is a working technician who mixes audio, operates lighting, and leads on-site technical execution in collaboration with the events and operations teams.

Key Responsibilities

Show Execution & Technical Operations

Serve as the primary technical lead for live events, including public programming, private events, festivals, and recurring concert series
Mix live audio (FOH) for bands, DJs, speakers, and programmed events
Program, operate, and maintain lighting systems for live performances and special events
Execute show cues, transitions, and run-of-show elements in coordination with the Events Manager and Event Operations Manager
Lead load-in, setup, soundcheck, show operation, and strike for assigned events

Equipment & Systems

Operate and maintain in-house audio, lighting, and basic video systems
Troubleshoot technical issues in real time during live events
Assist with preventative maintenance, organization, and readiness of production equipment
Communicate system limitations or technical needs during event planning phases

Team & Vendor Collaboration

Work closely with the Event Operations Manager on day-of execution and technical logistics
Support the Events Manager during planning by providing technical input and feasibility guidance
Coordinate with third-party production vendors when supplemental labor or specialty support is required
Serve as the primary point of contact for visiting technicians on applicable events

Standards & Consistency

Help establish and maintain consistent production standards across events
Ensure safe and professional technical practices at all times
Contribute to post-event debriefs and continuous improvement discussions

Qualifications

Required

5+ years of hands-on live event production experience
Strong proficiency in live audio mixing for bands, DJs, and spoken-word events
Working knowledge of lighting programming and operation for live entertainment
Experience operating shows in fast-paced, public-facing environments
Strong troubleshooting skills under live-event pressure
Clear communication skills and ability to work collaboratively across departments

Preferred

Experience in outdoor venues, festivals, or entertainment districts
Familiarity with permanent-installed AV systems
Basic knowledge of video playback, signal flow, and show control
Experience leading or mentoring other technicians

Work Environment & Schedule

This role is primarily event-based and will require nights, weekends, and holidays
Schedule will flex based on event volume and seasonality
Physical requirements include lifting equipment, standing for extended periods, and working outdoors in varying weather conditions

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