Assistant Scene Technician

JOB POSTING
This is a continuous recruitment. Applications are accepted on an on- going basis; interviews conducted and hires made as needed. This job opening will remain OPEN until filled. We're accepting applications after Initial Review Date (IRD).
About Uc Santa Cruz
UC Santa Cruz is a public university like no other in California, combining the experience of a small, liberal arts college with the depth and rigor of a major research university. It's known as an unconventional place where innovation and experimentation is part of the campus's DNA. That playful, bold spirit still thrives today, all on a campus renowned as among the most beautiful in the world.
Department Overview
The Quarry Amphitheater (QA) at UCSC is part of an exclusive family of concert venues that exist throughout the United States. It shares this designation with destination venues like Red Rocks Amphitheater in Colorado, Sigmund Stern Grove in San Francisco, and the Gorge Amphitheater in Washington. Its unique asymmetrical design nestled in a redwood landscape makes for a setting that is best appreciated in person.

The completed first phase of the renovation project expanded the venue seating capacity to just under 3,000 audience members, placing the QA as the largest outdoor venue in Santa Cruz and Monterey County with fixed staging and seating.

Job Summary
Under the close supervision of Quarry Amphitheater General Manager, Production Manager, Senior Scene Technicians, or designated production personnel, the Assistant Scene Technician assists in the installation of elements of the various theatrical stagecraft areas (lighting, sound, scenery, rigging, props, etc.) for the realization of events at the Quarry Amphitheater.
APPOINTMENT INFORMATION
Budgeted Salary: 26.22/hour
Under California law, the University of California, Santa Cruz is required to post a reasonable estimate of the compensation for this role. The salary shown above is the budgeted amount the University reasonably expects to pay and the salary extended should not exceed this posted amount.
Benefits Level Eligibility: This position is not eligible for benefits
Schedule Information

• Part-time, Variable
• Percentage of Time: 15%, 6 Hours per Week
• Days of the Week:
  Mon-Sun, TBD
• Shift Includes:
  Day, Evening, Night and Weekend

Employee Classification: Limited appointment
Job End Date: One year from date of hire, with the possibility of extension
Work Location: UC Santa Cruz Main Campus
Union Representation: TX, Technical
Job Code Classification: SCENE TCHN AST (006334)
Travel: Never or Rarely

Job Duties
90% - Technical Assistance

• Practicing safe work habits assists the entire crew in one or more of the following tasks:
• Unloading/loading trucks
• Setting up/striking staging and/or scenic elements
• Arranging stage equipment
• Performing maintenance functions
• Running production-related errands

10% - Maintenance and Special Projects

• Under the close supervision of production management or designees, the Assistant Scene Technician assists in planned maintenance projects or other non-theatrical events.

Required Qualifications

• Two years of college and/or equivalent education and/or experience
• Familiarity with most aspects of production.
• Good organizational skills.
• Ability to follow directions and understand the chain of authority on stage.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to work effectively and cooperatively with a team.
• Ability to communicate professionally.
• Ability to identify and communicate safety issues; observes safe work practices.
• Ability to commit to work as scheduled.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

• Selected candidate will be required to pass a pre‑employment criminal history background check.
• Selected candidate must pass the employment misconduct disclosure…