Theatre Technician 3 (Fall)

MDA; Toronto; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

York University, Performance Facilities, seeks a skilled technician to provide technical services for its five main venues and ancillary spaces. You will support internal departments and external clients, operating audio, lighting and video systems, reading diagrams, and ensuring safety and accessibility compliance.

The role requires graduation in Theatre/Dance/Music Production or equivalent experience, with at least three years in related operations and a strong customer-service mindset.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a post-secondary institution in Theatre, Dance or Music Production, or equivalent work experience.
• Equivalent: High School diploma plus four years in music or stage production.
• Minimum three years of experience including audio/lighting/AV operations and related roles.

Responsibilities

• Provides technical services to internal departments and external clients for York University's performance facilities.
• Operates audio, lighting and video consoles and projection/display equipment.
• Reads stage and lighting diagrams and interprets them for setup and cues.
• Supports safety and accessible accommodations in line with policy.

Skills

Customer service

Clear communication

Team collaboration

Initiative & judgment

OSHA familiarity

Theatrical equipment knowledge

Read lighting diagrams

Operate audio/lighting/video consoles

Education

Post secondary theatre/dance/music production

Job description

Performance Facilities, School of the Arts, Media, Performance and Design

Affiliation *

YUSA 2 PT

Casual (up to 24 hours per week)

Job Start Date

09-08-2026

Job End Date

12-15-2026

Posting Intent

YUSA-2: This is an open posting. All interested persons may apply. The hiring unit will first consider applications from members of YUSA 2 with seniority

Purpose:

This position provides technical services to internal (other University departments) and external clients. Technical services revolve around the performance facilities including five main venues and ancillary spaces.

Education:

Graduate of a Post Secondary Institution in Theatre, Dance or Music Production or equivalent work experience. The equivalent work experience is High School graduation plus four (4) years of employment experience in music or stage production.

Experience:

Three (3) years experience including: Audio console operator and/or audio recording operator and/or deck audio/patch operator and/or lighting console operator and/or audio-visual/projection/display technology equipment operator and/or flyman and/or brickman and/or head carpenter and/or rigger.

Skills:

Committed to providing superior service to customers. respond effectively to customer concerns and service issues as they arise. possess excellent organizational and interpersonal skills. able to communicate clearly and concisely. work independently and as a part of a team. demonstrate good judgment and willingness to take initiative. sensitive to student needs and interests. Leadership skills, ability to provide instruction and direction, ability to use judgment and prioritization.Familiar with Occupational Health and Safety policies and procedures. familiar with theatrical stage equipment and tools. ability to read stage and lighting diagrams and interpret them. ability to operate theatrical consoles including but not limited to sound, lighting and video.

The University welcomes applications from all qualified individuals, including, but not limited to women, persons with disabilities, visible minorities (racialized), Indigenous Peoples and persons of any gender identity and sexual orientation. York University is committed to a positive, supportive and inclusive environment.

York University offers accommodation for applicants with disabilities in its recruitment processes. If you are contacted by York University regarding a job opportunity or testing, please advise if you require accommodation.

We are committed to enhancing our environmentally and socially responsible practices for the benefit of all members of the York community. Our long term perspective recognizes our responsibility to be innovators and to continually work as a community to reduce our ecological impact.

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PLEASE NOTE: This job posting is for an existing vacancy. Applications must be received by 11:55 pm EST on the posted deadline date, if applicable. Posting deadlines can be updated, or modified, at any time based on hiring needs. Please refer to the York U Career Portal when confirming posting deadlines.