Theatre Technician

City of Toronto; Toronto; On-site; CAD 40,859 - 44,551; Part time

Job summary

The City of Toronto is hiring a Part-Time Theatre Technician to support live performances and events at Assembly Hall. You will manage sound, lighting, and AV operations while collaborating with technical staff.

Successful candidates should have a background in technical theatre and experience with sound and lighting equipment. Strong customer service skills and the ability to work flexible hours are essential. The role involves varied shifts of up to 20 hours a week, primarily during evenings and weekends.

Qualifications

• Strong customer service skills with professional communication abilities.
• Experience running sound and lighting equipment in live theatre settings.
• Ability to handle physically demanding tasks.
• Willingness to undergo safety and first aid training.

Responsibilities

• Manage sound, lighting and AV operations for live performances.
• Provide ongoing maintenance and troubleshooting for equipment.
• Collaborate with external technical staff during events.
• Ensure safety protocols are followed during all activities.

Skills

Customer service skills

Problem solving

Conflict resolution

Communicating effectively

Education

Post-secondary program in technical theatre

Tools

AutoCAD LT 2026

Computerized sound and lighting boards

AV equipment

Job description

Now hiring: Theatre Technician (Part-Time)

Support live performances and events at Assembly Hall by managing sound, lighting and AV operations.

If you have hands-on experience in technical theatre and enjoy working in a collaborative, fast-paced environment, we want to hear from you.

Assembly Hall, 1 Colonel Samuel Smith Park Drive

Apply by June 8, 2026

Job ID: 62492

Job Category: Information & Technology

Division & Section: Economic Development & Culture, EDC Arts & Culture Services

Work Location: Assembly Hall, 1 Colonel Samuel Smith Park Drive

Job Type & Duration: Part-time, Indefinite

Hourly Rate and Wage Grade: $29.66 - $32.34 per hour

Shift Information: Various shifts, up to 20 hours per week, primarily on evenings and weekends

Affiliation: L79 Unit B PT

Number of Positions Open: 1

Posting Period: 25-May-2026 to 08-June-2026

EDC Arts & Culture Services - Assembly Hall - 1 Colonel Samuel Smith Park Dr., Etobicoke (1 vacancy)

Major Responsibilities

• Performs or monitors the operation of sound, lighting and audio-visual equipment during rehearsals, performances, conferences and special events
• Oversees the technical aspects of live performances occurring at City of Toronto cultural facilities
• Performs or monitors all tasks related to technical load-in, set-up, production and wrap-out
• Works collaboratively with external technical staff onsite, including both professional and amateur staff, provided by various rental groups
• Provides ongoing maintenance and troubleshooting, related to sound and lighting equipment
• Works with staff in the provision of building security, front of house services, fire safety and evacuation, event assistance, and client service for events occurring at City of Toronto cultural facility
• Provides direction to theatre patrons and staff in emergency situations within the theatre
• Set ups and/or takes down furniture and equipment for various events
• Opens, closes and monitors facilities during hours of operation
• Attends scheduled staff meetings, training sessions and fire drills to help ensure a safe workplace

Key Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited post-secondary program in technical theatre or the equivalent combination of experience and education
• Experience running computerized sound and lighting boards in a live theatre setting
• Experience providing ongoing maintenance and troubleshooting on sound and lighting equipment in a live theatre setting
• Experience in lighting equipment hanging, focussing, level-setting, and other technical aspects of performance pre-production
• Experience setting up and operating various types of AV equipment, including but not limited to projectors, portable sound systems, etc.

You must also have

• As a member of the public service, you have strong customer service skills with the ability to communicate professionally and effectively with external staff, facility clients, volunteers, and the public.
• Must be resourceful, proactive and possess a high degree of common sense and initiative.
• Excellent problem solving, conflict resolution and decision-making skills with the ability to manage difficult situations in a professional manner.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and respond proactively to client requests.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD LT 2026.
• Ability to perform moderately strenuous physical tasks, including table and chair set ups.
• Personnel Lift training or a willingness to complete this training, at own expense.
• Fall Arrest/Working at Heights training or a willingness to complete this training, at own expense.
• Standard First Aid and CPR training or a willingness to complete this training, at own expense.
• Knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act and the provisions that apply to this work.
• Stage carpentry and/or rigging experience is an asset.
• Will be required to work days, evenings, weekends, and statutory holidays.
• Preference may be given to applicants who can verify that they have current certifications in Fall Arrest/Working at Heights, Personnel Lift and First Aid training.

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Accommodation

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