House Technician

Why Bally's?

Bally's Corporation is a global casino-entertainment company with a growing omni-channel presence. Bally's owns and operates 19 casinos across 11 states, along with a golf course in New York and a horse racetrack in Colorado, and holds OSB licenses in 13 jurisdictions in North America. The acquisition of Aspers Casino in Newcastle, UK, expands its international reach. It also owns Bally Bet, a first-in-class sports betting platform, Bally Casino, a growing iCasino platform, Bally's Interactive International division (formerly Gamesys Group), a leading global interactive gaming operator, and a significant economic stake in Intralot S.A., a global lottery management and services business.

With 11,500 employees, its casino operations include approximately 17,700 slot machines, 630 table games, and 3,950 hotel rooms. Bally's also has rights to developable land in Las Vegas at the site of the former Tropicana Las Vegas.

The Role:

The Head Flyman is responsible for overseeing the safe and efficient operation of the fly system in a casino showroom environment. This position requires a highly skilled and experienced individual to manage all aspects of rigging, flying, and handling of set pieces, props, and scenery during live performances and special events. The Head Flyman works closely with the show production team, technical staff, and performers to ensure seamless execution and the highest standards of safety.

Responsiblities:

Fly System Operations:

• Operate the fly system (manual or automated) during rehearsals, performances, and events, ensuring smooth and precise movement of scenery, props, and set pieces.
• Ensure all rigging and fly systems are set up, tested, and maintained to meet safety standards and production requirements.
• Coordinate with the stage manager and lighting/sound teams for precise timing of fly cues during live performances.
• Provide guidance on best practices for rigging, safety, and show execution.

Safety Compliance:

• Enforce strict safety protocols related to rigging, lifting, and flying of scenic elements and equipment.
• Conduct regular safety checks and equipment inspections to ensure all rigging gear is in good working condition.
• Respond quickly and effectively to any safety incidents or malfunctions during performances.

Collaboration with Production Teams:

• Work closely with the scenic designers, production manager, and technical director to assess and implement scenic requirements for shows.
• Collaborate with the lighting, sound, and stage teams to ensure coordination and precision for all fly cues.
• Attend production meetings and rehearsals to understand the artistic and technical requirements of the show.

Equipment Maintenance and Troubleshooting:

• Assist with the maintenance and repair of fly system equipment, ensuring it meets all industry standards and works flawlessly during shows.
• Troubleshoot any issues with the fly system during rehearsals or performances and implement corrective actions as necessary.

Event Management:

• Ensure the fly system is set up and operational for special events, concerts, or promotional activities held in the showroom.
• Manage additional responsibilities for corporate or private events that require fly system support.

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Must be at least 21 years of age.

• Minimum 5 years of experience in fly system operations, rigging, or stagecraft in a live performance environment, preferably in a casino or theater setting.
• Proficiency in the operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of both manual and automated fly systems.
• Strong leadership skills with experience managing and mentoring a team.
• In-depth knowledge of safety standards and best practices for rigging and lifting.
• Ability to work under pressure and in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
• Flexible schedule with availability to work nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Certification in rigging or related fields is preferred (e.g., ETCP Rigging Certification).

Language Skills:

Ability to read and interpret documents in English, such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals. Ability to read and communicate verbally in English. Written communication skills in in English may also be required.

Reasoning Ability:

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations:

Employee must be able to qualify for licenses and permits required by federal, state and local regulations.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand and use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee frequently is required to reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and peripheral vision.

The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, and must have the ability to push, pull, reach, bend, twist, stoop, stack, crouch, kneel and balance when performing job duties in varying work areas such as confined spaces.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually very loud.

Employee could be exposed to an environment containing unrestricted second hand tobacco smoke.

What's in it for you:

* Competitive Salary with annual performance reviews

* Comprehensive health coverage plan that includes medical, dental, and vision

* 401(K)/ Company Match

* Access Perks and Childcare discounts

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

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