Pyrotechnician - Part Time

Job ID 1342585BR Location Anaheim, California, United States Business Disneyland Resort Date posted Apr. 03, 2026

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Job Summary:

Do you have a passion for working with fireworks and nighttime spectaculars? We’re looking for skilled Pyrotechnicians with hands-on experience loading and firing Pyro products. If this sounds like a job you’re ready to tackle, apply today!

Responsibilities:

Join the team whose mission is to keep the outstanding Pyrotechnic entertainment working safely and seamlessly!

Handle the set up, firing, and strike of theatrical and non-theatrical pyrotechnic shows and effects in a wide range of pyrotechnic displays
Work directly with Entertainment division teams to help generate and build appropriate fixtures, programs, and procedures to support shows
Assist with the rehab of fixtures and electrical wiring raceway systems between shows as needed
Drive mechanical transportation including lifts and skiff boats
Receive and inventory pyrotechnic devices and safely handle and store the pyrotechnics before and during use
Report to scheduled shifts in a timely manner and able to work in outdoor conditions with heat, cold, and all types of weather
Work Part-Time which requires full availability for any shift (including nights) during our peak times of the year and year-round availability for holidays and weekends
Follow the safety standards for pyrotechnics usage as outlined by Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA)

Basic Qualifications:

You must be at least 21 years of age to be considered for this role

To be successful in this role, we are looking for someone who is:

Has a valid California Driver’s license
Currently holds a California Basic Commercial Pyrotechnics License, or will soon take Basic Commercial Pyrotechnics License test
Mechanically inclined and proficient with pyrotechnic diagnostic and trouble shooting skills
Able to display strong electrical and mathematical skills
Adept at handling common hand tools, handheld power tools, air powered tools, and air hoses, as well as qualified to connect modules, firing strips, and usage of cables
Experienced using common pyrotechnic firing systems, including but not limited to pyro digital systems
Capable of delivering professional, clear, and concise verbal and written messages that facilitate a mutual understanding with fellow employees, vendors, and guests

Preferred Qualifications:

Here are the top-tier preferred skills that we are looking for:

Large scale theme park or commercial pyrotechnic experience
Apprentice on a professional display crew for a minimum of 2 years
Work a minimum of 8 public fireworks displays
California State Fire Training (SFT) certification

Additional Information:

If selected, you will be reimbursed for the cost of your active Pyrotechnician licenses by the company, as well as your yearly renewals. Our Theme Parks and Resort Hotels operate 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. We are looking for someone who has flexible availability to work Sunday through Saturday, all shifts which would include first, second, and third shifts as well as holidays.

SCHEDULE AVAILABILITY
Our Theme Parks and Resort Hotels operate 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Must have flexible availability to work Sunday through Saturday, all shifts (i.e. 1st, 2nd, and 3 rd shift) including holidays.

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The pay rate for this role in California is $31.29 per hour.

Select benefits may be provided as part of the compensation package, such as medical, financial, and/or other benefits. To learn more about our benefits visit: https://jobs.disneycareers.com/benefits.

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About Disneyland Resort:

When Walt Disney opened Disneyland on July 17, 1955, he said he hoped it would be “a source of joy and inspiration to all the world.” Since then, the Disneyland Resort has welcomed more than 800 million guests, expanding to become an approximately 500-acre, multifaceted, world-class family resort destination, complete with two renowned Disney theme parks, three hotels and the exciting shopping, dining and entertainment area known as Downtown Disney District. Through a combination of creativity, technology and innovation, the resort brings storytelling to new heights, and Disneyland Resort cast members play an integral part in bringing that Disney magic to life for thousands of guests every day.

About The Walt Disney Company:

The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise that includes three core business segments: Disney Entertainment, ESPN, and Disney Experiences. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, Disney proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. Disney’s stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.

This position is with Walt Disney Parks and Resorts U.S., Inc., which is part of a business we call Disneyland Resort.

Walt Disney Parks and Resorts U.S., Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, military or veteran status, medical condition, genetic information or disability, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law. Disney champions a business environment where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a constantly evolving world.

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