Technical Electrics Technician Maine State Music Theatre Brunswick, ME

Maine State Music Theatre
Brunswick, ME
US

Pay: $16.00 an hour, non-exempt position, eligible for overtime

Housing:
Shared housing, fully furnished, collegiate style with a shared bedroom. Weekly housing fee of $100.00

Travel:
Not provided

Location:

Brunswick, ME

• Work load-ins, changeovers, strikes, focus calls, notes calls, and maintenance calls for each production
• Production prep for required equipment, organization of color, templates, and other consumables
• Wiring of practicals and effects
• Run all phases of installation and programming
• Maintain/repair lighting equipment such as theatrical lighting instrumentation, practical electrical properties, backstage running lights, projection equipment, chemical and dry ice foggers, effects devices, cue lights, and tech tables
• Work a rotating schedule, per production, for the programming and running of the light console, followspot operator, deck electrician, and/or video technician for all technical, dress and brush-up rehearsals, note sessions, and performances
• Attend run-throughs, backstage prep, technical rehearsals, performances, load ins, and strikes as scheduled
• Perform daily dimmer/focus checks
• Participate in MSMT events as needed and required
• Adhere to the MSMT Safety protocols and all other applicable MSMT policies & procedures
• Drive MSMT vehicles and box trucks
• Promote a collaborative, inclusive, positive and respectful working environment
• Additional duties as assigned by the Director of Production and MSMT Annual Staff

The following skills and experience are required:

• Knowledge of ETC Eos Consoles
• Experience with programming, rigging, hazers, foggers, theatrical effects, LED tape, intelligent lighting fixtures, practicals, and standard theatrical practices
• Aptitude for creative technical and artistic problem solving
• Familiar with Vectorworks, Microsoft Office, video production and playback software including QLab
• Good organizational, interpersonal, time management, and communication skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, energized, and quickly changing environment
• Able to work independently and as a team player
• Detail oriented and able to prioritize efficiently
• Driver’s license and clean driving record required

• Prolonged periods of sitting, standing, bending, kneeling, and climbing
• Prolonged periods of working in dark, quiet, or enclosed spaces at the theatre
• Ability to regularly move and lift 30-50 lbs. All positions involve lifting and moving cumbersome boxes, packages, equipment, etc.
• Occasional ladder and MEWP (Personnel Lifts) work at heights up to 30 feet (technicians)

Please submit to Kyle Coyer, Director of Production at [email protected], your cover letter, employment resume, 3 contact references which should include the person’s Name, position, company they work for, phone and email address. Post your LAST NAME and JOB POSITION in the subject line please.

NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE

May 22, 2026 - Aug 23, 2026

$16.00 – $16.00 per hour

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