Stage Technician

Details

Open Date 08/05/2026

Requisition Number PRN
17319N

Job Title Audio-Visual Technicians

Working Title Stage Technician

Career Progression Track S00

Track Level

FLSA Code Nonexempt

Patient Sensitive Job Code? No

Type Non Benefited Staff / Student

Temporary? No

Standard Hours per Week 4

Full Time or Part Time? Part Time

Shift Variable

Work Schedule Summary

Is this a work study job? No

VP Area Academic Affairs

Department 00491 - Utah Presents

Location Campus

City Salt Lake City, UT

Type of Recruitment External Posting

Pay Rate Range $16-$17/hr

Close Date 11/05/2026

Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time)

Utah Presents is a non-profit, mission driven, multi-disciplinary presenter at the University of Utah which brings diverse artistic and cultural experiences to campus and the surrounding region.

The Stage Technician is a part-time, per-call position fitting for anyone interested in providing backstage support to an exciting array of multi-disciplinary events such as dance, concerts, comedy, and opera.

This role varies by project, with technicians serving as specialists or general stagehands in collaboration with full-time staff. Responsibilities are defined by skill and willingness to learn, but may include operating fly-rail, follow-spot, audio-video equipment, providing wardrobe support, stagehand labor, and working as a stage electrician. Technicians will work across these departments.

• Arrive on time and prepared for all assigned shifts.
• Perform tasks such as hanging soft goods, lighting focus, cable wrapping, and truck un-loading/ loading.
• Follow instructions and receive specific training as required for each event. Ask questions and follow through on all assigned tasks.
• Demonstrate effective communication skills and foster a collaborative team environment.
• Adapt to a varied theatre schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Complete additional duties as assigned.

• Ability to repeatedly lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to stand, walk, and move continuously during long shifts, including load-ins and load-outs.
• Ability to bend, kneel, stoop, reach overhead, and perform other physically demanding tasks.
• Ability to work in varied environments, including dark spaces, loud environments, and fluctuating temperatures.
• Adequate vision and hearing to operate and evaluate production equipment safely.
• Ability to respond quickly and effectively in high-pressure or emergency situations.
• Ability to work flexible and extended hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

This description covers core duties but is not exhaustive of all responsibilities associated with the role.

1 year of higher education can be substituted for 1 year of directly related work experience (Example: bachelor’s degree = 4 years of directly related work experience).

Requires little to no related experience.

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The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at  for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions.

Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at  or  or University Human Resource Management at  if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.

This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.

The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education.

Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals…