Arena Overhire Technician - Hired As-needed

Harford Community College; Bel Air (MD); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team at a forward-thinking institution as an Arena Overhire Technician, where you'll play a crucial role in supporting events at the APGFCU Arena. This part-time position requires expertise in power distribution, lighting, audio, rigging, and staging. You'll be responsible for ensuring the safe and efficient execution of various events, working independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in event support, excellent problem-solving skills, and the ability to adapt to varying schedules. If you're passionate about the performing arts and enjoy hands-on work, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Qualifications

• Minimum one year of event support experience in arena-type venues.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs without assistance.

Responsibilities

• Perform tasks related to production support for arena events.
• Safely connect and disconnect power systems for events.

Skills

Power Distribution

Lighting and Electrics

Audio

Rigging

Staging

Time Management

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Position Information

Harford Community College (HCC) has been a vital part of Harford County since 1957. As a mid-sized, comprehensive institution, we're committed to delivering high-quality education and cultural enrichment to our community. Our mission is to provide relevant, accessible education and training that connects individuals to opportunities in an ever-evolving world. As an Achieving the Dream institution, HCC is part of a national network dedicated to enhancing student success in community colleges. To learn more about our vision and values, visit our website.

Harford Community College is committed to the principles of Affirmative Action and Equal Employment Opportunity. It is the policy of Harford Community College not to discriminate against applicants on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law with regard to any employment practices. HCC is an EEO and ADA/ADAA employer that values, embraces, and supports diversity in the College community.

High school diploma or GED.

Minimum one year of regular, frequent event support experience in arena-type venues.

Work schedule varies based on the needs of the department, as determined by the supervisor.

The hours of part-time, as-needed employees are limited to a total of less than 500 hours in each fiscal year (July 1 - June 30).

Job Title	Arena Overhire Technician - Hired As-needed
Posting Category	Part-Time Staff
Starting salary range or starting hourly rate range	$21.35 - $34.16 based on experience and qualifications
Classification Title
About Harford Community College
Affirmative Action and Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Benefits
Job Description	Overhire staff are responsible for performing all tasks related to production support for APGFCU Arena events. Duties include, but are not limited to, loading-in and -out lighting, audio, rigging, staging and power systems necessary to support each event; running lighting consoles, analog and digital audio consoles, follow spots and other necessary equipment for each event. The College is seeking overhire technicians in the following areas: Power Safely connect and disconnect power systems for lighting, audio, and rigging systems. Lighting Hang, focus, circuit, patch, and repair conventional and moving head lighting fixtures. Program and run ETC and High-End Systems lighting consoles. Audio Hang and cable line arrays and stage monitors. Set up and cable all necessary input devices such as microphones, playback devices and processing, and output gear. Set up and run various analog and digital consoles as required by event including inboard and outboard signal processing. Rigging Verify that flown equipment expected loads will not exceed facility roof load limits. Assemble truss systems to support expected loads as required by event. Inspect all rigging equipment before and after use for signs of damage or excessive wear; remove from service is necessary. Staging Assemble portable staging per manufacturer's instructions and as required by event. Inspect all staging equipment before and after use for signs of damage or excessive wear; remove damaged equipment from service if necessary. Employees of Harford Community College, including instructors for online and virtual courses, must be residents of Maryland or the contiguous states of Delaware, Pennsylvania, Virginia, West Virginia, or the District of Columbia. Work is generally performed on the College campus unless otherwise specified. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States, as the College does not offer Visa sponsorship for this position. Your application to this position will remain active until December 31 of the current year. If you are not selected by that time, you must re-apply to be considered. If you apply on or after November 1 of the current year, your application will remain active until December 31 of the following calendar year.
Required Education
Required Experience
Required Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities	Extensive knowledge, skills, and ability in one of the following areas: Power Distribution, Lighting and Electrics, Audio, Rigging, Staging Strong skills and understanding in another of the areas named above Ability to safely work independently in an arena- or theater-type setting Ability to safely load in, run, and load out equipment so the event is safe for crew, performers, and patrons All applicants must be able to lift 50 lbs without assistance. Candidates must pass a practical skill examination. Hours will vary according to event requirements with a combination of day, evening, and weekend hours. Reliable transportation is required.
Preferred Qualifications	Ability to supervise others as a lead in one of the areas named above Time management skills Ability to receive, communicate, and coordinate complex information
General Weekly Work Schedule

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number	2025-039AO
Open Date	01/03/2025
Close Date	12/31/2025
Open Until Filled	No
Special Instructions to Applicants