Kingpin Queenstown is looking for a hands-on, tech-savvy Part-Time Technician to join our vibrant team. In this entry-level role, you’ll be the heartbeat behind our entertainment venue, troubleshooting everything from bowling lanes and arcade games to laser tag and kitchen equipment. If you’re a natural problem-solver who loves a challenge and wants to play a key role in creating unforgettable guest experiences, we want you on our team.
Company Overview
Kingpin is part of The Entertainment and Education Group (TEEG), one of the world’s largest entertainment brands alongside Zone Bowling and Timezone. Across Australia and New Zealand, we have over 90 venues and nearly 4,500 team members dedicated to creating premier entertainment destinations. At Kingpin, our guests feel like royalty and our team feels like family. We are obsessed with creating remarkable, real fun for everyone, and we celebrate the unique qualities that each team member brings.
Key Responsibilities
As our Technician, you’ll be the go-to expert ensuring every piece of tech works perfectly. Your core duties will include:
- Troubleshooting and performing maintenance on a wide variety of venue equipment, including arcade games, bowling lane machinery, laser tag systems, and food & beverage appliances.
- Partnering closely with our Electronics Technician, Facilities Manager, and venue team to keep all departments running smoothly and efficiently.
- Owning the guest experience by ensuring technical issues are resolved quickly, minimising downtime and maximising fun for everyone who walks through our doors.
- Communicating clearly with team members and occasionally with guests, building great relationships as you work.
- Applying a proactive, problem-solving mindset to every task, keeping our venue’s magic alive from behind the scenes.
Qualifications
We are looking for someone with a curious mind and a positive attitude. You might be a great fit if you:
- Have a natural aptitude for hands-on technical work—whether from a trade background, building PCs as a hobby, or simply being the person everyone calls to fix things.
- Possess a positive, can-do attitude towards problem-solving and a keen interest in learning how things work.
- Are a great communicator and a true team player who lives our values of being Fun, Remarkable, Real, Obsessed, and a great Partner.
- Are reliable, eager to learn, and excited by the idea of working in a fast-paced entertainment environment.
Benefits and Perks
Working at Kingpin isn’t just a job; it’s an experience with fantastic perks:
- A Part-Time role with 30-35 hours per week, offering great flexibility and work-life balance.
- The unique perk of getting paid to work in a fun, game-filled environment every day.
- A strong focus on health and wellbeing, with access to our TEEG Wellbeing Ambassadors and the AccessEAP program.
- Clear pathways for career growth across our 90+ venues in Australia and New Zealand.
- Awesome staff discounts on bowling, food, and games to enjoy with friends and family.
- A competitive hourly rate of $15.00.
- An inclusive, supportive team culture where you’ll genuinely want to come to work.
How to Apply
If you’re ready to bring your technical flair to the world of entertainment and be part of a team that creates real fun, we’d love to hear from you. To apply for the Part-Time Technician role at Kingpin Queenstown, please submit your application now via our official careers portal. At TEEG, we celebrate diversity and welcome all applications we are always #BetterTogether. Let’s create some remarkable experiences.
