Variable Theater Technician

Location: Northern

## Variable Theater Technician Apply locations:
Lakewood, COtime type:
Part time posted on:
Posted Yesterday time left to apply:
End Date:
August 24, 2026 (9 days left to apply) job requisition :
JR103975

The City of Lakewood is dedicated to upholding City values to include:
Performance Excellence, Leadership, Respect and Collaboration. Best fit candidates will demonstrate innovation, customer service, dedication, passion and engagement. All people, citizens and employees, will be treated with respect, relevance, and importance.
** HIRING RANGE: $20.60 - $22.60/hour
**** JOB SUMMARY
** Under the direction of the Theater Technical Director or Theater Assistant Technical Director, the Variable Theater Technician supports theater productions and operations located at the Lakewood Cultural Center and Heritage Lakewood Belmar Park Amphitheater through the maintenance and safe use of lighting equipment, sound systems, stages, dance floor, stage rigging equipment and other materials related to the theater.  Additional duties assigned may include set-up of space and/or equipment in HCA facilities and support of satellite programs at other non-cultural, City of Lakewood facilities.

The City of Lakewood is currently recruiting variable employees for this position. A variable employee is an at-will employee who works in a seasonal or temporary capacity.  Their work schedule is based on business need. This position is a part-time, non-benefitted position.
** Major Tasks, Duties, and Responsibilities
** Prepares production elements for performances; operates sound and light boards and video/streaming equipment as assigned; provides lighting design and/or sound engineering expertise as needed for a variety of performances and events at the LCC and HLBP amphitheater.

Assists the Theater Technical Director and Assistant Technical Director with rental clients to complete successful production of rental events taking place at the LCC or HLBP amphitheater.

Supports maintenance and the safe use of theater equipment at the LCC theater and HLBP amphitheater which includes lighting equipment, sound systems, stages, dance floor, rigging and other related theater equipment/materials.

Supports routine theater maintenance schedule as needed when theater is not in production.

Completes and submits all paperwork associated with events in a timely manner.

Maintains skills and up-to-date knowledge of theater equipment and operations.

Supports load-in, set-up and load-out of events and securely opens/closes facilities as needed.

Supports programming and projects at all other HCA facilities as requested.
** REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS
** Receives direct supervision from the Theater Technical Director or Theater Assistant Technical Director.
** Supervision Exercised**:

None.
** Essential Qualifications
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* Education:

** High school diploma. College degree with theater production emphasis is preferred.
** Experience**:

Demonstrated relevant experience in live theater production, including lighting, sound, concert set-up and stage management.

Background in live theater and/or concert production and experience in a multi-use venue preferred.

Demonstrated ability to work effectively with artists and producers, and as part of a team
** Licensure/Certification/Registration**:

CPR/AED; training can be provided upon employment.
** KSA's and Physical/Mental Requirements*
* • Knowledge of technical theater production including lighting, sound, stage carpentry, rigging and stage management.
• Demonstrated ability to make sound and safe decisions regarding work with electrical circuits and load limits.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and exercise independent judgment.
• Creativity in solving theater-related technical challenges.
• Ability to assist in the monitoring of the work of artists and producers.
** Technological Skills
** Strong knowledge of PC and Mac computers and software applications including Microsoft Office Suite, and computerized lighting and sound systems.
** PHYSICAL AND MENTAL REQUIREMENTS
**** Lifting and Carrying
** Must be able to regularly lift and/or move equipment such as light and sound equipment up to 100 pounds using appropriate tools and…