Stage Technician

University of British Columbia - Staff; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

L'Université de la Colombie-Britannique recherche un technicien de scène pour le Chan Centre. Le rôle implique un large éventail de responsabilités techniques pour les événements, nécessitant un diplôme en technique de scène et une expérience pertinente. Les candidats doivent être prêts à travailler de façon flexible, souvent pendant les soirées et les week-ends.

Qualifications

• Minimum trois ans d'expérience liée.
• Démontrer un engagement envers l'équité et la diversité.
• Willingness to respect diverse perspectives.

Responsibilities

• Assemble et configure les équipements de scène selon les besoins des clients.
• Assure la sécurité lors de la mise en place.
• Participe au chargement et au déchargement de l'équipement.

Skills

Knowledge of stage lighting

Communication skills

Manual dexterity

Ability to work at various heights

Education

High school graduation

Diploma in Stage Craft

First Aid Level 2 course

Job description

Staff - Union

Job Category CUPE 2950 Job ProfileCUPE 2950 Hourly - Stage Technician Job Title Stage Technician Department Production Technician | Chan Centre for the Performing Arts Compensation Range $29.21 - $29.21 CAD Hourly Posting End Date June 23, 2025

Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the Posting End Date.

Job End Date

There are 6 vacancies for this position.

At UBC, we believe that attracting and sustaining a diverse workforce is key to the successful pursuit of excellence in research, innovation, and learning for all faculty, staff and students. Our commitment to employment equity helps achieve inclusion and fairness, brings rich diversity to UBC as a workplace, and creates the necessary conditions for a rewarding career.

Job Summary
To perform a variety of stage/technical duties in preparation for and presentation of events produced by the Chan Centre or clients leasing any of the spaces within the Centre. To respond to the needs of the commercial and academic clients as they occur.

Organizational Status
Reports to the Technical Director

Work Performed
- Assembles, sets-up, and shifts staging and related production equipment according to the agreed upon requirements of the client
- Sets up lighting requirements as directed
- Acts as stage door person as required
- Ensures that work is performed in a safe and correct manner
- Assists in reconfiguring portable building elements as required
- Assembles, sets-up, shifts and operates audio video equipment according to the agreed upon requirements of the client
- Participates in the loading and unloading of equipment and staging for the production of Chan Centre or client events
- Performs other related tasks as required

Consequence of Error/Judgement
Errors in set-up could result in delay in timelines and increased costs to the Chan Centre. Failure to follow safety procedures could result in injuries to the employee or other employees or performers which could have financial implications and potentially legal liability for the Centre and the University. Errors could also impact on relations with users and patrons and negatively effect the reputation of the Chan Centre and the University resulting in lost revenue.

Supervision Received
Works under general direction. New or unusual problems are referred to the supervisor.

Supervision Given
None

Minimum Qualifications
High school graduation. Diploma in Stage Craft from a recognized institute or equivalent combination of education and experience. Minimum three years' related experience.

- Willingness to respect diverse perspectives, including perspectives in conflict with one’s own

- Demonstrates a commitment to enhancing one’s own awareness, knowledge, and skills related to equity, diversity, and inclusion

Preferred Qualifications

Certificate in Lighting Entertainment Training an asset. Knowledge of stage lighting, audio video equipment and staging. Completion of a First Aid Level 2 course an asset. Ability to work at various
height levels and climb ladders. Ability to stand, sit, or crawl under staging. Manual dexterity. Must be able to work irregular hours and respond to on-call demands including evenings and weekends. Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.