Show Technician​/Stage Hand

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General Description Of Class An employee in this classification performs entry‑level stage work, which involves loading and unloading trucks and trailers carrying all associated stage equipment. This level also includes stagehands and involves setting up, tearing down, and resetting equipment used in productions. Additionally, this position involves the operation, maintenance, and repair of the RP Funding Center A/V, followspot, stage lights, video fly systems, telephone equipment, and stage electrics.

This position reports to the Electrical Systems Maintenance Specialist/Technical Supervisor. The role is part‑time temporary and the posting is continuous, meaning it may close at any time without notice.

• Safely loads and unloads trucks and trailers.
• Assembles and carries stage pieces and associated hardware around the stage or performance area.
• Installs and patches phone lines.
• Operates and maintains the fly system.
• Assists the electrician in stage lighting setups.
• Assists in stage setups as necessary.
• Verifies classes of service and telephone extensions through the complex.
• Performs basic electrical troubleshooting on stage instruments.
• Assists the wardrobe and property personnel.
• Assembles props and sews/repairs stage curtains.
• Irons and steams wardrobe clothing.
• Sets up audio systems and stage lighting as needed.
• Operates and assists in video production equipment maintenance.
• Operates video equipment such as cameras, VCRs, projectors, and mixers during performances.
• Has working knowledge of two‑way radio operations.
• May be required to participate in or facilitate training to support departmental or City initiatives and requirements.
• Position is designated as Mission Critical.

• Performs related work as required.

• High school diploma from an accredited school or GED.
• One year of experience in a combination of video, audio, lighting (stage), or A/V equipment categories.

• May be required to possess a valid driver's license.
• Must possess and maintain a valid telephone number.

• Knowledge of theatre layouts, general safety procedures, basic carpentry, fly systems, stage lighting instruments, electrical formulas (Ohm's Law), A/V equipment, and rigging hardware.
• Working knowledge and ability to operate fly systems and followspot maintenance.
• Knowledge of all types of stage lighting instruments used by the facility and their maintenance.
• Knowledge of standard videography procedures, including audio and lighting for video.
• Basic knowledge of stage carpentry.
• Knowledge and ability to operate audio mixers, amplifiers, equalizers, compressors, limiters, and speakers.

• Ability to make minor sewing repairs.

• Requires medium to heavy work involving walking, standing, stooping, reaching, stretching, pushing, exerting up to 100 pounds of force regularly, and lifting 50 pounds occasionally.
• May require exposure to hot/cold temperatures, fumes, extreme noise levels, heights, electrical shock, moving machinery, traffic, adverse weather conditions, noxious odors, and wet, humid conditions.
• Requires climbing from a ladder up to 50 feet; must be comfortable with heights and follow all safety protocols.
• Requires normal visual acuity, field of vision, hearing, speaking, color perception, sense of smell, depth perception, and texture perception.

All City of Lakeland positions are subject to testing (e.g., written, oral, performance, computerized, interview). Selected candidates will be notified via email or telephone. The City of Lakeland is a drug‑free workplace; this position requires pre‑employment and random drug testing in accordance with Florida Statute 440.102. The City is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access Employer and is a drug‑free workplace. There are no benefits available for full‑time or part‑time temporary employees.

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City of Lakeland, Civil Service

Address: 500 N Lake Parker Avenue, Lakeland, Florida 33801

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