Study - Theatre Maintenance - Fall

Position Announcement

Organize, inventory, and maintain the department supplies and use of the Student Theatre and theatre lab spaces. Under the direction of the department administrative assistant and design faculty as needed, ensure the Student Theatre and theatre labs are operable for the purposes of producing shows and production-based coursework. This position does not need to be present at rehearsals or performances, as all their work will be done in preparation for those.

• Maintain Student Theatre and theatre lab inventories – keep an accurate count of assets and notify manager when orders need to be placed. Keep assets cleaned and organized for easy use, which may include developing a method of organizing. Assets include lighting fixtures, speakers, cables, light scenic elements, light and sound boards, props cabinet, seats, tools, acting blocks, and other equipment.
• Lab Maintenance – brushing down the curtains when they get dusty, cleaning and lubricating the curtain tracks. Identify where track rigging needs adjustment. Cleaning the lab spaces regularly and painting when needed.
• Documenting the Spaces – Create measurements, scale drawings, and maybe a 3D rendering of the Student Theatre. Document and map the audio network, lighting network, communication capabilities, and more. Report any problems in the lab spaces to manager.
• Identify Construction Errors – find where the spaces themselves need repairing or alterations, including missing face plates on electrical fixtures, oddly routed wiring, unconnected cables, etc.
• Perform other job related duties as assigned.

• Must be a current UVU student and have been awarded Federal Work-Study for  through UVU Financial Aid.

Preferred Qualifications

• Passed THEA 1513, THEA 1514, and THEA 2513; interest in theatre production, technology, and/or administration.

• Safe practices on ladders, lifts, and with tools; standard theatrical space operation; parts of theatrical lighting and sound fixtures
• Good handwriting (if not typing correspondence); when necessary, taking direction and asking for help; painting and simple repair
• Reliable and swift communication

EEO Statement:

UVU employment decisions are made on the basis of an applicant's qualifications and ability to perform the job without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age (40 and over), disability, veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth, or pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or other bases protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.