Theater Technician

Department: Theater | Location: Metropolitan Campus | Reports To: Theater Productions Manager | Employment Type: Part-Time Support Staff | Union Position

About the Role

Provides technical production assistance for internal and external clients who use the theatre facilities and event spaces, or for off-site college events.

Responsibilities

• Sets up and strikes lighting, sound, and stage equipment.
• Operates sound, lighting, recording, and playback equipment for productions.
• Assists in maintaining lighting, stage equipment, tools, and other machinery and supplies in the theater area.
• Assists with construction, maintenance, and strike of sets, props, and wardrobes used in productions.
• Troubleshoots and resolves problems during rehearsals and performances.
• Performs set changes and other miscellaneous tasks as necessary during production.
• Assists Theater Technical Director in maintaining organization and cleanliness of theater facility, as required.
• Serves on the run crew for theater and special events and operates appropriate theatrical equipment.
• Anticipates and meets all customer needs accurately, professionally, and with a commitment to customer satisfaction.
• Performs other related duties as assigned, including:
  • Maintenance of costumes
  • Greeting patrons

Requirements

• High school diploma, GED, or technical certificate in Technical Theater, Audio, lighting or related field.
• Minimum of one year of equivalent professional work experience or internship in at least one of the following areas of specialization: stage management, lighting, electrical, audio, carpentry, rigging, props, costuming, or house management.
• Experience with technical theater production process and/or front-of-house operations.
• Proven ability to recognize hazardous situations and recommend/assist with remedy.
• Experience in dealing with the public with courtesy and diplomacy.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Experience dealing with last-minute changes in a fluid work environment.
• Possess a positive attitude and the ability to work collaboratively within a group.
• Ability to work flexible hours including nights, weekends, and travel to alternate campus locations as needed.
• Ability to lift 75 lbs. with assistance and 25 lbs. unassisted.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Technical Theater, Audio, Lighting, or other creative arts areas.

Skills

• Critical Competencies: Service Focus, Adaptability, Communication
• Very Important Competencies: Time Utilization, Collaboration
• Important Competencies: Continuous Improvement, Quality of Work

Pay

Minimum salary $18.53/hr

Schedule

Shift varies based on events. Requires evenings and weekends.

Physical Demands & Working Conditions

• The work is performed in a theater environment.
• Partially performed in an environment with sufficient noise that may require shouting to be heard.
• Partially performed in conditions affecting the respiratory system (e.g., fumes, odors, dust, mist, gases).
• Involves standing, crouching, sitting, crawling, and walking during routine functions.
• Involves handling lighting and sound equipment, costumes, and the use of hand tools.