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As of Aug 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for touring sound engineer in Florida is $23.44, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.17 and $29.49 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the typical work hours and travel expectations for a touring sound engineer?

Touring Sound Engineers usually work non-traditional hours, often including evenings, weekends, and holidays to accommodate concert and event schedules. Extended travel is a regular part of the job, as you'll frequently move from city to city with the touring crew, sometimes spending weeks or months on the road. Flexibility and a willingness to adapt to changing environments are crucial, as the schedule can vary based on the length and type of tour. This dynamic work structure is ideal for those who enjoy travel and working in ever-changing settings.

What does a touring sound engineer do?

A Touring Sound Engineer is responsible for managing live sound during concerts and events while traveling with an artist or band. Their duties include setting up and operating audio equipment, adjusting sound levels, troubleshooting technical issues, and ensuring consistent sound quality across different venues. They often collaborate with musicians, production crews, and venue staff to deliver the best possible audio experience. This role requires technical expertise, problem-solving skills, and the ability to adapt to various acoustic environments.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a touring sound engineer?

To thrive as a Touring Sound Engineer, you need a solid grasp of audio engineering principles, live sound mixing, and troubleshooting, often supported by a degree or certificate in audio technology. Familiarity with professional audio consoles, digital soundboards, wireless systems, and software like Pro Tools is typically required. Outstanding problem-solving abilities, strong communication, and the capacity to stay calm under pressure are essential soft skills. These qualities are important because they ensure smooth live performances and the ability to quickly resolve issues during fast-paced touring environments.

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Infographic showing various Touring Sound Engineer job openings in Florida as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 67% Full Time, 27% Part Time, 3% Temporary, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 94% In-person, 3% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $48,759 per year, or $23.4 per hour.

Mechanical Maintenance Supervisor

James Hardie

Plant City, FL

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 27 days ago


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8.2

Company rating: 8.2 out of 10

Based on 38 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

87th of 536 rated manufacturers


Job description

James Hardie is the industry leader in exterior home and outdoor living solutions, with a portfolio that includes fiber cement, fiber gypsum, composite and PVC decking and railing products. Our family of trusted brands includes Hardie®, TimberTech®, AZEK® Exteriors, Versatex®, fermacell®, and StruXure®.
With over 8,000 employees and our U.S. operating entities headquartered in Chicago, we boast 31 operating sites, 6 recycling facilities, and 6 research and development centers globally. Powered by a dynamic workforce, we’re united by our purpose of Building a Better Future for All™ through sustainable innovation, a Zero Harm culture, and a commitment to empowering our people and communities.
For more information, visit www.jameshardie.com.

Summary

Position Summary

The Maintenance Supervisor provides direction, coordination, and support for the daily execution of the maintenance crew’s operating plan.  Working with the Maintenance Manager, Maintenance Engineer, Planner, Maintenance Technicians, Operations, and Safety, the Maintenance Supervisor drives department productivity and quality of workmanship for the purpose of increasing overall availability and reliability of equipment.  As a leader of the Maintenance Department, the Maintenance Supervisor reports to the Maintenance Manager.

What You’ll Do:

Position Responsibilities

Implements strategic vision for maintenance and reliability to correct, coordinate, and support plant maintenance functions by: 

  • Developing and implementing plans to reduce breakdowns, improve planned maintenance, optimize scheduled maintenance, and effectively execute down-day events.
  • Maintaining the facility in a safe manner and to a standard level of equipment availability.
  • Reviewing and observing the work of the maintenance employees and directing development/training requirements.
  • Managing all maintenance wash up days.
  • Participating in the wash up day planning, half-time, and follow-up meetings;
  • Incorporating plant delay items into weekly wash ups;
  • Maintaining close contact with Maintenance Manager to ensure maintenance activities occur with minimal disruption to production operations;
  • Driving the analysis of all electrical and mechanical down time incidents to root cause;
  • Communicating individual, department, plant, and corporate performance to the maintenance technicians;
  • Recommending and implementing improvement in maintenance and operational procedures; and
  • Touring the plant and all facilities to interact with production, quality, safety, and maintenance to help drive cultural change and to ensure appropriate work is being performed and customer’s needs are being meet.

Provides leadership to the Maintenance Technicians by driving the development, implementation, and sustainability of a predictive and preventative maintenance system by: 

  • Performing and maintaining the work flow process (work identification, planning, scheduling, execution, and auditing);
  • Leading the continual improvement and integration of the computerized maintenance management system (CMMS) into the maintenance and production work system;
  • Capturing and recording necessary equipment and material history;
  • Reviewing previous days work packages to check for follow up work and to ensure work orders are correctly closed out;
  • Providing accurate man-hours for each wash up day, by craft, to facilitate decision-making; and
  • Working with storeroom personnel to ensure the Company has the right parts, at the right price, when the part is needed.

Manages career development and training for the maintenance department by: 

  • Ensuring technicians remain proficient with advancing technologies;
  • Evaluating skill sets of technicians as compared to operational and maintenance needs of the plant; and
  • Developing and completing action plans to eliminate any gaps.

The position responsibilities outlined above are in no way to be construed as all encompassing.  Other duties, responsibilities, and qualifications may be required and/or assigned as necessary.

What You’ll Bring:
  • Demonstrated advanced skills with the standard features of various personal computer word processing and spreadsheet software (Microsoft Word and Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Internet, and other proprietary software).
  • Strong interpersonal and written/oral communication skills with the ability to relate well and cooperate with others to effectively coordinate activities and accomplish goals.
  • Demonstrated ability to pay attention to detail and continual diligence about follow-up.
  • Strong desire to learn.
  • Well organized with the ability to multi-task.
  • Must be able to lead and be a part of cross functional teams. 
  • Knowledgeable of root cause and fault tree analysis techniques.
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
  • Sound judgment, problem solving and critical thinking skills.
  • Ability to manage the flow of all required information and documentation.
  • Ability to deliver sustainable and superior results.
  • Strong electrical and mechanical technical knowledge.

  Education/Experience:

  Required:

  • Bachelor’s Degree preferred in Engineering or technical certification.
  • 3 or more years maintenance supervision experience in a continuous operating (24/7) manufacturing environment.
  • 1 or more years of experience planning/scheduling through hands-on experience.
  • Experience working with a CMMS.
What You’ll Receive:

As of the date of this posting, a good faith estimate of the current pay scale for this position is $90k to $100k. Placement in the range depends on several factors such as experience, skills, geography and internal equity and may change over time. This position qualifies for benefits and you will be eligible to participate in a bonus plan.

At James Hardie, we recognize that our success depends on our people. We've worked hard to build a generous and competitive benefits program that demonstrates our commitment to our employees.

  • Compensation: competitive salary and bonus eligibility
  • Insurance: day-one health coverage medical, dental, vision, life insurance
  • Paid Time Off: vacation and company holidays
  • Retirement: 401(k) with 6% match
  • Investments: Employee Stock Purchase plan (ESP)
  • Work-Life Balance: parental leave, wellness programs
  • Purpose. Impact. Community: Sustainability Initiatives | James Hardie 

 

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James Hardie Building Products Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, veteran's status, marital status, pregnancy, disability, or any other basis protected by law.
James Hardie will comply with any applicable state and local laws regarding employee leave benefits, including, but not limited to providing time off pursuant to the Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act, in accordance with its plans and policies.
The position responsibilities outlined above are in no way to be construed as all encompassing. Other duties, responsibilities, and qualifications may be required and/or assigned as necessary.


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