Theatre Technician

Position Summary

The Theatre Technician helps support the technical and accessibility aspects of theatre productions. Operate and support Majestic Theatre technical systems during rehearsals and performances, including sound, lighting, video, projectors, and production management. Maintain Corvallis Access Media inventory. This role may include additional related duties.

Part‑time, non‑represented, casual position.

Approximately 10‑15 hours per week.

Day/Evening/Weekend schedule.

• Assists with the operation and maintenance of theatre technical operating systems, including sound, stage lighting, house lighting, video, projectors, stage rigging, and curtains under the direction of the Lead Theatre Technician, Stage Manager, or other staff.
• Maintains the Corvallis Access Media inventory, computer systems, and data management.
• Supports other production needs such as scenic, props, hair, makeup, costumes, and production management.
• Assists with theatre workshop area maintenance, including inventory, cleaning, and storage of supplies.
• Performs other support duties as assigned.
• Acts ethically and honestly; applies ethical standards of behavior to daily work activities and interactions, building confidence in the City through one's actions.
• Conforms with all safety rules and performs work in a safe manner.
• Adheres to all City and Department policies.
• Delivers excellent customer service to diverse audiences.
• Maintains effective work relationships.
• Arrives to work, meetings, and other work-related functions on time and maintains regular job attendance.

• Education and Experience: One year related work experience in theatre or event services or any combination of education and experience that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the position.
• Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Knowledge and understanding of work‑related safety practices, OSHA and environmental rules and regulations, particularly in regards to work in a theatre environment and/or hazardous conditions.
• Ability to understand and follow simple oral and written instruction and to exchange routine information. Basic understanding of simple work processes, methods, or equipment.
• Ability to learn required physical skills that must be performed in the course of regular work routines and can be learned on the job over a relatively short period of time.
• Effective communication, customer service, and interpersonal skills. Ability to use ordinary conversational skills and courtesy to exchange routine information and provide routine assistance.
• Ability to work in a team‑oriented environment, but also alone at a work site under supervisory direction while performing duties thoroughly and accurately, in accordance with Department policy.
• Ability to get along well with coworkers and maintain effective work relationships.
• Ability to use appropriate personal protective equipment.
• Ability to deliver excellent customer service to a diverse customer population.
• Ability to be assertive, punctual, and enjoy working with a wide diversity of people and groups.
• Working knowledge of safe work practices.
• Requires an understanding of standardized rules, regulations and instructions. Routine decision making regarding assessment of immediate situations, available options, and selection of appropriate methods and procedures, with deviations from standard procedures generally requiring supervisor approval.
• Certified in CPR/AED and first aid.
• Must be able to work in conjunction with the performance and rental schedule, which may include holidays, evenings, and weekends as needed throughout the year.
• Demonstrable commitment to sustainability.
• Demonstrable commitment to promoting and enhancing equity, diversity and inclusion.
• The individual shall not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of the individual or others in the workplace.
• Ability to pass a pre‑employment background/check.