Stage Technician - FT

About the role

Hale Centre Theatre is seeking Full-Time Stage Technicians to work through innovation, continual training, and cutting-edge technology to create memorable and exciting experiences for our patrons through live stage performances. This role reports to the Technical Director, Show Operations.

Responsibilities

• Perform scenic transitions during the run of shows.
• Maintain scenic and prop elements for the duration of the show.
• Participate in load-in, load-outs between shows, and other assigned duties.

Requirements

• 3 to 5 years of experience running crew and/or maintaining large-scale musicals is highly preferred.
• Proven technical experience in live entertainment in at least one of the following disciplines:
  • Show Run Crews
  • Rigging
  • Carpentry
  • Props
  • Scenic Dressing
  • Scenic Painting
• Proven ability to operate, troubleshoot, and maintain equipment for theatrical and live entertainment venues.
• Proven understanding of basic electrical circuitry and basic carpentry skills.
• Basic understanding of mechanical principles.
• Proven working knowledge of theatrical terminology and documentation.
• Basic understanding of rigging and counterweight fly systems.
• Ability to work in an active team and fast-paced environment.
• Ability to adapt to a physically demanding role that includes frequent lifting of 70lbs+, climbing, and standing for long periods at various heights.
• Critical thinking is a must.
• Full availability (up to six days a week), including afternoons, nights, weekends, and select holidays.
• Must be able to pass a drug screening and background check prior to beginning work.

Preferred Qualifications

• 3+ years of extensive carpentry experience.
• Experience or certifications operating scissor lifts, forklifts, etc.
• Show Control/Automation experience.
• Advanced rigging experience and/or certifications (SPRAT, ETCP, etc.).

Pay

Minimum base hourly rate for this position is $21.50/hr. Compensation is commensurate with experience and based on various factors unique to each candidate, including skill set, experience, and qualifications.