Cubberley Theatre Lighting Technician

Description

The Cubberley Community Center Theatre, part of the City of Palo Alto's Community Services Department, seeks two skilled and reliable Theatre Lighting Technicians to join our dedicated team. In this role, technicians will be responsible for the setup, operation, and maintenance of our theatrical lighting systems for a diverse schedule of events and facility rentals. This position is a key part of our operations, ensuring all productions and events run smoothly, safely, and successfully.

Essential Duties

• Operate, program, and maintain theatrical lighting equipment for performances, events, and rentals.
• Serve as the primary on-site technical liaison, providing expert support to facility users, performers, and stage crews.
• Supervise, train, and mentor volunteer and professional stagehands.
• Offer production and stage management guidance to clients with varying levels of experience.
• Ensure the safe use of all stage equipment and enforce facility safety protocols at all times.
• Assist with general facility support and equipment maintenance as needed.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues efficiently and independently during live events.

Supplemental Information

• The Selection Process:
• The screening process for this position may include a practical and/or written exam, panel interviews preceding final interviews with the hiring manager or their designee.
• Recruitment status notifications will be sent via email or text (please enroll in text alerts when applying). Updates can also be found on your governmentjobs.com account.
• Contact Information:
• The City of Palo Alto is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
• In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.
• This is a non-benefited position.