Resort Experience Event Technician

Company Description

The Fairmont Scottsdale Princess is Arizona’s largest and longest running AAA Five Diamond hotel, and we want you to help us stay iconic. The Princess offers luxury and world class hospitality with 750 guestrooms, more than 300,000 square feet of meeting space, four award-winning restaurants, six sparkling heated pools, and a luxurious Well & Being Spa. Be a part of events like the WM Phoenix Open, Easter at the Princess, Summer at the Princess Pumpkin Fest and Christmas at the Princess. The hotel features great benefits like matching retirement, travel discounts and more. This place really has it all – except for you!

What’s in it for you:

• Employee discounts at the Fairmont Scottsdale Princess, local companies and Accor worldwide for you and your family
• Free meals at our on-site employee restaurant
• Learning programs through our Academies designed to sharpen your skills
• Great Medical and Dental benefits, including two employer-funded medical plans, meaning $0 premium if you enroll in the employee-only tier! 401K, Direct Deposit, etc.
• Career development opportunities within the Fairmont Scottsdale Princess in addition to national promotion opportunities. The sky is the limit!

Job Description

The Fairmont Scottsdale Princess is looking for Event Technicians to help bring our resort’s world-renowned holiday experiences to life. This position is rooted in holiday lighting and décor installation but has grown to include select entertainment technology support. We’re looking for creative, detail-oriented individuals who take pride in technical excellence, holiday spirit, and guest satisfaction.

Whether you're wrapping a 60-foot tree in lights, installing dynamic high-end dynamic lighting fixtures to create immersive experiences, or helping with holiday audio, every day brings a new opportunity to help create unforgettable moments.

Responsibilities

Holiday Lighting & Décor Installation (Primary Focus)

• Install, maintain, and remove large-scale seasonal lighting displays and themed décor across resort grounds, rooftops, and trees.
• Handle electrical wiring, power distribution, and weatherproofing of holiday installations.
• Work from ladders, lifts, and rooftops to safely execute high-quality lighting layouts and visual displays.

Support Live Entertainment & Event Production (Secondary)

• Assist with setup and teardown of lighting and audio elements for pre-programmed nighttime shows and activations.
• Install and troubleshoot moving lights, DMX-controlled fixtures, and basic sound equipment.
• Collaborate with third party A/V teams to ensure seamless integration of décor and entertainment elements.

Maintenance & Safety

• Troubleshoot lighting failures or circuit issues, replacing lamps or cables as needed.
• Operate hand and power tools, lifts, and specialty equipment safely and efficiently.
• Follow all resort, OSHA, and event safety procedures—especially when working at heights or with power.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in Christmas light installation or related field.
• Comfortable working at heights.
• Strong troubleshooting skills with basic electrical systems.
• Ability to lift up to 100lbs and perform physically demanding tasks.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Patience and attention to detail.
• Willingness to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.

Bonus Points If You Have…

• Knowledge of DMX, lighting consoles, or live event production workflows.
• Familiarity with lighting and sound in an entertainment or theatrical setting.
• A background in technical theater, event production, theme parks, or live shows.
• Knowledge of holiday lighting controllers and protocols such as but not limited to LOR, XLights, and WS2811.

Additional Information

Your team and working environment:
A team of Heartists that are committed to working together, supporting each other, and providing the best guest experience, Feel Valued, Feel Sparked, We Are One

Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:
We are an inclusive company and our ambition is to attract, recruit and promote diverse talent

Why work for Accor?
We are far more than a worldwide leader. We welcome you as you are and you can find a job and brand that matches your personality. We support you to grow and learn every day, making sure that work brings purpose to your life, so that during your journey with us, you can continue to explore Accor’s limitless possibilities.

By joining Accor, every chapter of your story is yours to write and together we can imagine tomorrow's hospitality. Discover the life that awaits you at Accor, visit https://careers.accor.com/

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