# Tasks & work activities — dresser

Source: O*NET 30.3, occupation 27-4015.00 (Lighting Technicians) — manual nearest-occupation mapping via ISCO group 3435; the official ESCO crosswalk has no entry for this ESCO occupation.

## Task statements

- **[nan]** Assess safety of wiring or equipment set-up to determine the risk of fire or electrical shock.
- **[nan]** Consult with lighting director or production staff to determine lighting requirements.
- **[nan]** Disassemble and store equipment after performances.
- **[nan]** Install color effects or image patterns, such as color filters, onto lighting fixtures.
- **[nan]** Install electrical cables or wire fixtures.
- **[nan]** Load, unload, or position lighting equipment.
- **[nan]** Match light fixture settings, such as brightness and color, to lighting design plans.
- **[nan]** Notify supervisors when major lighting equipment repairs are needed.
- **[nan]** Operate manual or automated systems to control lighting throughout productions.
- **[nan]** Patch or wire lights to dimmers or other electronic consoles.
- **[nan]** Perform minor repairs or routine maintenance on lighting equipment, such as replacing lamps or damaged color filters.
- **[nan]** Program lighting consoles or load automated lighting control systems onto consoles.
- **[nan]** Set up and focus light fixtures to meet requirements of television, theater, concerts, or other productions.
- **[nan]** Set up scaffolding or cranes to assist with setting up of lighting equipment.
- **[nan]** Test lighting equipment function and desired lighting effects.
- **[nan]** Visit and assess structural and electrical layout of locations before setting up lighting equipment.

## Detailed work activities

- Attach equipment extensions or accessories.
- Calibrate equipment to specifications.
- Collaborate with others to determine design specifications or details.
- Disassemble equipment for maintenance or repair.
- Gather information about work conditions or locations.
- Inspect equipment to ensure safety or proper functioning.
- Install computer hardware.
- Install electrical components, equipment, or systems.
- Load materials or equipment.
- Notify others of equipment problems.
- Operate control consoles for sound, lighting or video.
- Position safety or support equipment.
- Program equipment to perform production tasks.
- Repair electrical equipment.
- Run wiring to connect equipment.
- Set up material handling gear or equipment, such as rigging, packaging, or temporary structures.
- Set up still or video cameras or related equipment.
- Test performance of electrical, electronic, mechanical, or integrated systems or equipment.
- Unload materials or equipment.