Stage Technician

DEPARTMENT: Production, Stage Operations

REPORTS TO: Stage Operations Director

CLASSIFICATION: Full-time;
Seasonal;
Non-Exempt (eligible for overtime)

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS: $28/hr; medical, vision, and dental insurance; paid time off (PTO), sick leave, and paid holidays; paid parental and bereavement leave; flexible spending and health savings accounts; employer-sponsored life and disability insurance (short- and long-term), as well as voluntary supplemental insurances including accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, pet, and legal plans; a 403(b) retirement plan with employer contribution and match;

free parking within walking distance; and additional benefits and perks.

LOCATION &

SCHEDULE:

This is an in-person position reporting to our theaters located at 91 University Place in Princeton, NJ. Schedule includes frequent nights, weekends and some holidays, as determined by the production calendar. Weekly schedule will vary, with 40 hours guaranteed, depending on production needs and availability.

START DATE: Preferred start date of August 10, 2026

McCarter Theatre Center is seeking skilled and collaborative Stage Technicians to support the full range of production activity across our venues. Working under the direction of the Stage Operations Director, Stage Technicians serve in a variety of capacities — including electrics, automation, props running, sound, and more — from load‑in through performance and strike. This role works hands‑on across our theaters, rehearsal spaces, and public areas, contributing to both the day‑to‑day demands of a busy producing and presenting organization and the ongoing care of McCarter’s production infrastructure.

Stage Technicians are a reliable, adaptable presence on a team committed to bringing exceptional work to the stage.

• Work changeovers, load‑in, strike, and run crew for produced and presented shows and events as scheduled.
• Function as electrician, flyperson, automation technician, props runner, and/or sound technician as needed.
• Perform or assist with maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of theatrical equipment as assigned.
• Maintain organized, clean, and safe work areas, storage spaces, and equipment facilities.
• Contribute to additional sub‑department tasks and Stage Operations projects as needed.
• Stay informed of health and safety issues regarding materials, equipment, and working environment; ensure compliance with all applicable codes, safety regulations, and industry best practices, including OSHA standards and theatre safety protocols.
• Prioritize safe working practices while embodying McCarter's safety and community expectations policies to maintain a secure environment for all staff, guest artists, and other collaborators.
• Engage in the ongoing work of fostering an equitable and inclusive environment ively seek ways to improve work practices to ensure greater accessibility, representation, and belonging for all, while upholding and exhibiting our stated values of “justice and joy, beauty and belonging.”

• Working knowledge of theatrical industry software, including QLab and Spikemark.
• Ability to operate and perform basic repairs on standard lighting, video, sound, and electrics equipment.
• Basic carpentry skills for repair of scenic elements during the run of a show.
• Basic knowledge of safe rigging practices, including setup and operation of winched scenery.
• Ability to read and interpret technical ground plans, sections, and lighting, sound, and video plots.
• Strong organizational and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively across a team and with visiting artists.
• A collaborative, solutions‑oriented approach to work, with the ability to build effective relationships across a team of people with diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and work styles.
• This position requires a valid U.S. driver's license and successful completion of a background screening, including a motor vehicle record check, prior to position start date; able to drive a 26’ box truck or smaller.

• Led by our core values, McCarter fosters and expects a culture of care and respect for the wellbeing of…