THEATER TECHNICIAN (AT-WILL)

Description

The City of Torrance recognizes the principles of diversity and inclusion, and strives to ensure equal opportunities for its workforce, applicants and community members. If you are a person who wants to make a difference, give back to your community, and be a voice for change, apply to the City of Torrance today.

The City of Torrance is recruiting for a THEATER TECHNICIAN to join the Cultural Arts Center Theater Team!

The Department

• Provides quality services that support City departments in a manner which enable them to carry-out their community missions and provides these services in a cost-effective and efficient manner, which best serves the operational needs of City departments and the community.
• Includes: Airport Administration, Building Maintenance, Central Services, Cultural Arts Center Administration, Custodial, Fleet Services, Graffiti Abatement Program, HVAC / Electrical, and Warehouse.

The Division

• Includes: Toyota Meeting Hall, Torino Festival Plaza, Ken Miller Assembly Room, Ken Miller Auditorium, James R. Armstrong Theatre, George Nakano Theatre, Pine Wind Japanese Garden, garden rooms, and Torrance Art Museum.
• Houses: 4 dance studios with sprung hardwood floors, a large ceramics facility, a jewelry making studio, 3 art-making studios, and a music/drama room.

The Position

• Under direction from the Stage Manager, the Theater Technician plans, organizes, and performs technical support activities for the Cultural Arts Center;
• Assists in the safe operation and maintenance of theater sound, lighting, rigging, and related equipment and systems used in support of stage productions and related events;
• Ensures the safe technical operations of the Cultural Arts Center;
• Operates and maintains equipment, materials, tools and supplies used in technical production and set design;
• Evaluates equipment needs and notifies supervisor of need to repair or replace equipment;
• Troubleshoots theater equipment.

Qualification Guidelines

• Any combination of education and experience that would provide the required knowledge and skills is qualifying.
• A typical way to obtain the knowledge and skills would be:
• Graduation with a Bachelor’s degree in Theatrical Production, and/or one to three years of experience in the professional field, including lighting, audio, carpentry, and running crew.
• A systems-rigging certification is preferred.

• Essential duties of this classification are primarily performed in a dynamic theater environment. Duties may include operations in other Torrance Cultural Arts Center facilities and/or off-site locations.
• Position requires availability to work irregular hours or shifts, weekends, holidays, or overtime as required.

How to Apply & Exam Process

• Interested candidates must submit an online application and supplemental questionnaire at www.TorranceCA.Gov/Jobs. Application submission will be accepted on a continuous basis until the positions are filled.
• Only those candidates who best meet the City and Department's needs will be invited to participate in the interview process. Review of applications and the interview process will occur on an as needed basis.

Special Notes

• Visit www.TorranceCA.Gov to find out information about our community.
• Applicants with disabilities who require special testing arrangements must contact Human Resources. If you have a disability for which you require an accommodation, please contact us at (310) 618-2915.
• As a condition of employment, candidates must pass a background check.
• The provisions of this announcement do not constitute an expressed or implied contract, and any provisions contained in this announcement may be modified or revoked without notice.

The City of Torrance Inclusion Statement

The City of Torrance is a welcoming and culturally-rich community. As a pillar of public service, we strive to be an employer of choice by attracting and retaining a talented workforce where people of diverse backgrounds, cultures, religions, and lifestyles are valued. Our mission is to create an inclusive environment where our staff are empowered to perform at their highest level and contribute towards making a positive impact.

Retirement Benefits

The City contracts with the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS) to provide retirement benefits. Retirement formula is based on appointment date and membership status with CalPERS.