Also called: Power Distro Tech, Show Power Electrician
Connects and runs the huge temporary electrical systems that power concert lights, video walls, and sound, from generators to the stage.
A power distribution tech arrives at an arena before dawn, ties the tour's distro racks into the building's power or diesel generators, and runs thick cables to lighting, video, and audio. During the show they watch the load meters and fix any outage in seconds.
Approximate; touring day rates add up.
Approximate: anchored on Bureau of Labor Statistics data for a broader job group.
Certificate, about 2 years after high school. Electrical training plus stagehand experience; many earn ETCP certification.
Ways in: Apprenticeship, On-the-job training, Certification. Training cost: Get paid while you train.
Majors to look at: Electrical Technology (trade school), Theater Technology.
Growing about average. Steady demand on big tours and festivals.
Low risk for 10 years. Connecting massive temporary power safely is hands-on and high-stakes.
Classes: Electrical CTE, Physics, Math.
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