Senior Technician, Grade F

Hofstra University is nationally ranked and recognized as Long Island’s largest private university located in Hempstead, N.Y. When you work at Hofstra, you join a team of talented professionals committed to preparing students for the challenges of tomorrow, in an environment that cultivates learning through the free and open exchange of ideas for the betterment of humankind. The work we do at Hofstra supports the education and well-being of our students, and the workforce of the future.

About the role

Reporting to the Director of Theatre Facilities, this role provides technical support for Playhouse events and production. At times, support for other facilities on campus will be required.

Responsibilities

• Assists with scenic construction, lighting and audio production and operation.
• Maintains and operates rope and sandbag rigging system.
• Assists with electronic and mechanical repair of theatre equipment.
• Assists with maintenance of scene shop, playhouse systems and equipment, lighting inventory and audio resources.
• Assists with consult of internal and external clients to best provide support for their productions.
• Assists with the supervision of student aides and crews.
• Performs other assigned duties not specifically identified above, but which require the same degree of skill and which are normally included within the above job title.

Requirements

• Experience and skill in technical production, including construction, sound, painting, rigging required.
• Specialization in lighting – operation, production, and design.
• Ability to work overtime as needed in support of playhouse events.

Preferred Qualifications

• Specialization in lighting preferred.

Pay

$50,339.00

Schedule

Monday through Friday from 9am to 5pm. Subject to bumping.