Theater Technician

Position: Variable Theater Technician
. 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 and will likely have limited opportunities throughout the year. This position is a limited part-time, on-call, non-benefitted position.
** 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.
** ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES**(This job description does not list every function of the position.)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 in 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
**** Supervision Received**:

Receives direct supervision from the Theater Technical Director or Theater Assistant Technical Director.
** Supervision Exercised**:

None.
** KNOWLEDGE,

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

** 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.

Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisor, other employees, tenants, volunteers, and the public.

Ability to demonstrate excellent customer service skills.

Ability to demonstrate reliability and dependability. Possesses strong communication skills and is detail oriented.
** Technological Skills
** Strong knowledge of PC and Mac computers and software applications including Microsoft Office Suite, and computerized lighting and sound systems.
** EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
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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 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.
** Other Knowledge,

Skills and Abilities

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** PHYSICAL AND MENTAL REQUIREMENTS
**** Physical 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 assists.
** Pushing and Pulling
** Must be able to push/pull items such as scenery and set pieces, Marley dance floor, lighting and musical instruments, chair and stand racks, and other equipment based on above weight specifications.
** Body Positions
** Work is primarily performed inside the theater and occasionally outdoors. Work includes frequent walking, standing, bending, kneeling, climbing stairs and ladders, reaching and crouching.  Office work may be done in a seated position, with some moving about and standing required. Work requires use of hands and fingers to hold, handle, feel and to operate small controls.
** Hearing
* * Must be able to hear to operate and mix at the sound board, and to hear and respond to telephone, intercom headset, backstage monitors and emergency siren.
** Vision
* * Uses vision to…