Stage Technician - Spanos Theatre

Overview

Stage Technician - Spanos Theatre

Job No: 526944
• Work Type:
Staff
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Location:

Central California:
San Luis Obispo
• Categories:
Bargaining Unit:
Unit 9 - CSUEU - Technical Support Services, Appointment Type:
Temporary, Time Basis:
Part Time, Job Search Category/Discipline:
Theatre Arts, On-site

This position is responsible for a variety of technical specialties that provide production support for events in the Theatre. This includes day-to-day operation of the facilities and equipment for events, classrooms or meetings, and event audio-visual support. This position reports directly to the Technical Director and receives general supervision from the crew leader or Technical Director to ensure proper use of technical equipment and to ensure the safety of all involved, by following safety standards, policies and procedures.

Work is performed independently on standard assignments in the applicable production support specialty and requires limited technical direction.

The Performing Arts Center (PAC) consists of three venues: a 1286-seat concert hall, Harold Miossi Hall a 180-seat recital hall and a 350-seat rehearsal/ performance pavilion. It hosts events including symphonies, choral concerts, contemporary and pop music events, plays and other theatrical performances, dance programs, recitals, opera and light opera, touring shows and community productions. It also supports other uses, including workshops, business meetings, banquets, recording sessions, trade shows, conferences, receptions, funerals, art exhibits, church services, weddings, etc.

• Ability to initiate, establish, and foster communication and teamwork by maintaining a positive, cooperative, productive work atmosphere in and outside the University with the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships within a diverse population and with those from various cultural backgrounds.
• Excellent communication skills; ability to effectively communicate information in a clear and understandable manner, both verbally and in writing.
• Thorough knowledge of English grammar, spelling and punctuation.
• Ability to interpret, communicate and apply policies and procedures.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to set own priorities to coordinate multiple assignments with fluctuating and time-sensitive deadlines.

• One year of experience working for a performing arts center, theater, repertory or stock company engaged in the applicable production specialty such as costume construction, stage and set construction, lighting production, and/or sound/audio production. This background normally would be achieved through professional training or applicable college coursework and practical experience.

Anticipated Hiring Range: $21.95 - $24.78 per hour

Classification Range: $41,400 - $74,916 per year

Cal Poly offers a best-in-class benefits program, including health, dental and vision insurance, retirement participation in the Public Employees' Retirement System, and educational benefits for eligible employees. See our benefits website for additional information.

Cal Poly is a publicly recognized university located in San Luis Obispo, California, known for its Learn by Doing philosophy. For more information, visit calpoly.edu.

This position is open and available to all regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity or national origin. Cal Poly provides equal opportunity in education and employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin. Cal Poly complies with applicable laws and CSU's nondiscrimination policy. We prohibit discriminatory treatment and harassment in all university programs, policies, and practices.

Satisfactory completion of a background check is required for employment. Cal Poly will make a conditional offer of employment, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information. The person holding this position is considered a mandated reporter under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act. Cal Poly is not a sponsoring agency for staff or management positions.

All applicants must apply online at: jobs.calpoly.edu/sl/en-us/job/526944