Stagehand; Temporary Per Diem

Position: Stagehand (Temporary Per Diem)
Location: City of Rochester

Position Details

Position Title: Stagehand (Temporary Per Diem)

Position Type: Staff

Requisition Number: ST151

Department: Arts Center/CVPAD

Title of Supervisor: Production Manager for the Performing Arts

Full-time/ Part-time: Part-time

Work Hours per Week: Varies

Weeks Per Year: Varies

Months Per Year: 12

Work Days: Varies

Work Hours: Varies

End Date (required for Temporary, Per Diem, Independent Contractor/Agency):

Salary Range: $27.00 per hour

Hours and Months: Per Diem

Exemption Status: Non-Exempt

Job Description Summary

The Nazareth University Arts Center is seeking skilled and dependable theatrical stagehands to support a wide variety of performances and events.
Stagehands will work closely with full-time staff and student crew members to ensure the safe and efficient execution of all technical production elements.

Key features:

• Per diem schedule based on event needs; primarily evenings and weekends
• Fast‑paced, physically active, team‑oriented environment
• Work is performed in theaters, backstage, catwalks, and other performance spaces with variable lighting, sound levels, and temperatures

Essential Functions

• Assist with load‑in, setup, operation, and strike of lighting, audio, video, scenic, and rigging elements
• Operate lighting and/or sound consoles during rehearsals and live events
• Support the build, transport, assembly, and maintenance of scenic elements and staging equipment
• Follow all safety protocols and maintain a clean and organized backstage environment
• Supervise and mentor student crew members, as directed by full‑time production staff

Required Education, Experience, Technology Applications and Skills

• Substantial professional experience in live event or theatrical production
• Working knowledge of theatrical lighting, sound, and rigging systems
• Ability to stand for long periods and perform physical tasks including twisting, bending, squatting, and lifting up to 50 lbs
• Flexibility to work variable schedules including evenings and weekends

Preferred Education, Experience, Technology Applications and Skills

• Prior experience working in an educational or performing arts environment
• Familiarity with ETC lighting consoles, digital audio consoles, and stage rigging systems

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Supervising students in tasks as dictated by full time staff.

Physical Requirements

• Standing/Walking:
  Ability to stand and walk for extended periods (4+ hours at a time)
• Mobility:
  Frequent bending, kneeling, crouching, twisting, climbing stairs and ladders
• Lifting/Carrying:
  Regularly lift, carry, push, and pull objects up to 50 pounds independently
• Manual Dexterity:
  Use of hands, arms, and fingers to operate tools, controls, and production equipment
• Vision/Hearing:
  Sufficient visual acuity and hearing to safely operate lighting, sound, and stage equipment in variable light/noise conditions
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position

Equipment to be used

• Lighting, audio, video, rigging, and scenic production equipment in Arts Center venues

Posting Detail Information

Posting Date: 09/15/2025

Closing Date:

EEO Statement

Join Nazareth University, a leading institution in Rochester, NY, with a vibrant community of approximately 1,900 undergraduate and 500 graduate students. We seek dedicated staff members who are committed to supporting student success, community engagement, and championing equity and inclusion. Located just minutes from downtown Rochester, our campus provides a dynamic environment for professional growth, innovation, and collaboration.

At Nazareth, we are committed to equity and inclusion, ensuring equal access to employment opportunities without discrimination. We advocate for an inclusive workplace and welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. Our Anti‑Discrimination Policy upholds fair treatment based solely on qualifications and merit.

Join us in celebrating diversity, where every individual, regardless of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected status, is valued and respected.

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