Theatre Technician

Pay: $19.00 - $22.00 per hour

About the role

The Theater Technician provides technical and operational support for performances, academic programs, campus events, and external rentals held in the Performing Arts Center and other College venues. This position is responsible for the setup, operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of theatrical lighting, sound, projection, stage, and rigging equipment while ensuring a safe, professional, and welcoming environment for students, faculty, staff, community partners, and guests. Multiple positions available.

Responsibilities

• Represent and uphold the standards, policies, and procedures of the Performing Arts Center (PAC).
• Provide technical support for internal and external events by setting up, operating, and troubleshooting lighting, sound, projection, and stage equipment.
• Work with faculty, staff, students, performers, and rental clients to meet event production needs.
• Set up event equipment, including tables, chairs, podiums, microphones, and staging.
• Coordinate with the Events and Scheduling Department, Facilities, Media Services, and other departments to ensure successful event operations.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED Equivalent.
• Experience with theatrical lighting, sound, audiovisual systems, or live event production.
• Basic knowledge of theater lighting, sound, projection, and stage operations.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs.
• Ability to set up and move tables, chairs, staging, podiums, audiovisual equipment, and production equipment.
• Ability to hear instructions in a low controlled volume environment.
• Ability to see in low light environment.
• Work around theatrical lighting, elevated platforms, electrical equipment, and rigging systems.
• Ability to work evenings, weekends, and flexible hours based on event schedules.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting theatrical productions or live events in an educational or performing arts environment.
• Experience operating digital audio consoles, theatrical lighting systems, and projection equipment.
• Current or past KCKCC theater or Audio Engineering student.

Skills

• Knowledge of theatrical lighting, sound reinforcement, projection, and stage equipment.
• Working knowledge of theatrical lighting and audio consoles.
• Basic knowledge of theatrical rigging systems and safe operating procedures.
• Knowledge of presentation software and audiovisual equipment.
• Ability to troubleshoot technical equipment during live events.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and customer service skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with multiple departments.
• Ability to prioritize multiple events and adapt to changing schedules.
• Ability to interact professionally with students, faculty, staff, community organizations, and external clients.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment.

Schedule

Hours will be within 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM and based on individual event schedules. Must be able to work a variable schedule to meet operational needs, including evenings and weekends.

Working Conditions

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, talk, hear, walk, sit, and occasionally push or lift items. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.