Theatre and Stagecraft Technician- Auxiliary On Call

Douglas College; New Westminster; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Douglas College is seeking a Theatre and Stagecraft Technician (Auxiliary On-Call) to provide technical support for the Stagecraft Program at the New Westminster campus. The role emphasizes client-centered service and collaboration with users of Performing Arts Facilities.

The position requires a degree in Technical Theatre and familiarity with ETC Lighting, VectorWorks CAD, QLab, and Isadora, with a willingness to work evenings and weekends as needed.

Qualifications

• Degree in Technical Theatre or equivalent with three years related work experience.
• Strong knowledge of ETC Lighting consoles and audio/visual equipment.
• Proficient in VectorWorks CAD, QLab and Isadora.
• Familiar with rigging safety and procedures.
• Good English written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical and instructional support to Stagecraft Program.
• Assist users of Performing Arts Facilities.
• Deliver client-centred service to stakeholders.
• On-call position with variable hours including evenings/weekends.

Skills

Safety procedures

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Degree in Technical Theatre

Tools

ETC Lighting consoles

VectorWorks CAD

QLab

Isadora

Analog/digital sound consoles

Rigging safety procedures

Job description

JOB OPPORTUNITY

Position Information

Location New Westminster Campus Salary Range $29.53 per hour (with wage increments to a max of $32.97 per hour). Salary and wage increments are in accordance with the Collective Agreement.

The Opportunity

To provide technical and instructional support to the Stagecraft Program and users of the Performing Arts Facilities. Provides exceptional client-centred service on a consistent basis to all stakeholder groups.

WHO WE ARE

Do what you love. Be good at it. That's how Douglas College defines a great career. It's a philosophy that resonates through our classrooms, our offices and our boardrooms. It inspires our students and drives us to make Douglas College one of BC's Top Employers. We love what we do. And we're looking for passionate, motivated people to join us in making one of Canada's best degree-granting colleges even better.

Be a part of an institution where everyone is committed to empowering successful students, creating responsive learning environments, fostering social and environmental responsibility, and supporting healthy learning and work environments.

WHAT WE OFFER

We offer the opportunity to do what you do best in an inclusive, collaborative and collegial environment. At Douglas, our goal is to ensure our people are valued and supported by promoting a healthy work-life balance, professional growth, and development, as well as a safe and respectful workplace.

• Transit-accessible campuses
• Hybrid work arrangements for eligible positions
• Competitive salaries
• Excellent Health and Dental Benefits for eligible positions
• Defined-Benefit Pension Plan for eligible positions
• Professional Development funding
• Access to our Fitness Centres and Classes

WHAT IT TAKES

• Completed a Degree program in Technical Theatre at a recognized post-secondary institution or equivalent with three years related work experience in a wide variety of technical theatre related areas or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
• Good working knowledge of English (written and verbal).
• Good working knowledge of safety measures used in a workshop/performance setting.
• Good working knowledge of ETC Lighting consoles, analogue and digital sound consoles, VectorWorks CAD , QLab and Isadora computer programs, rigging safety and procedures
• Good interpersonal and communication skills

Additional Information

• This on-call position is available starting October 19, 2026
• Hours of work will typically be scheduled between Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 4:30pm. Scheduled hours range between 4 hours to 7 hours per day depending on the assignment.
• Evening and/or weekend work are required.
• The position is located at the New Westminster campus.

Posting Number 02871SA Position Title Theatre and Stagecraft Technician- Auxiliary On Call Anticipated Start Date 10/19/2026 End Date Needs a Criminal Records Check No

Douglas College is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive and equitable learning and working environment. In support of this journey, we welcome all people to apply, including people from groups that are experiencing inequity, including, but not limited, to Indigenous Peoples, racialized or persons of colour, persons with mental or physical disabilities, persons who identify as women, and/or persons of marginalized sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions, and persons of all faith identities, age, marital status, and parental status.