Auditorium Attendant / Accompanist

Kern High School District; Arvin (CA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Kern High School District in Arvin, CA is seeking a dedicated Auditorium Attendant/Accompanist to manage stage lighting, sound systems, and provide piano accompaniment for music classes and performances.

The role supports teachers and students, assists with stage settings, supervises rehearsals, and may perform routine maintenance on auditorium facilities. Starting salary is listed as monthly with 9.4 months and 6 hours per day.

Qualifications

• Understands fundamentals of harmony and notation.
• Able to provide effective piano accompaniment across musical styles.
• Reads and writes at required level to perform duties.
• Maintains records and basic math calculations.
• Experience with stage settings and supervising students is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and operate school auditorium stage facilities and equipment.
• Provide piano or instrumental accompaniment for music classes and performances.
• Assist with stage lighting and sound, supervise rehearsals and programs.
• Supervise and direct students using stage equipment as needed.
• Read and follow written and oral instructions.

Skills

Piano accompaniment

Sight-reading

Transposition

Music theory

Education

Bachelor/Graduation in music with piano specialization

Tools

Stage lighting equipment

Sound systems

Custodial tools

Job description

• Position Type: Support Staff/ Auditorium Attendant/Accompanist
• Date Posted: 10/19/2026
• Location: Arvin High School
• Date Available: 10/19/2026
• Closing Date: 10/27/2026

QUALIFICATION

This position requires the understanding of computerized stage lighting and sound equipment; the ability to meet the physical requirements of the job. Also requiresknowledge of basic theory including the fundamentals of harmony and notation; effective methods and techniques of piano accompaniment; knowledge of fundamentals of proper musical sight-reading techniques and methods.

Must have knowledge of the tools, materials and equipment used in the maintenance and operation of stage and auditorium facilities; methods, materials and equipment used in custodial work; the requirements and standards for maintaining buildings and auditorium facilities in a safe, clean and orderly condition; proper operation and routine maintenance of standard stage and auditorium equipment; assists teachers and others with stage settings, lighting, sound systems, stage props and other equipment; attend rehearsals and programs to supervise and perform stage duties as required; may supervise, direct and oversee students in the use and operation of stage equipment and facilities; make routine repairs and adjustments to sound and stage; use cleaning materials and equipment effectively; understand and follow both oral and written instructions; read and write at a level necessary to successfully perform assigned duties; perform mathematical calculations accurately.

Must possess the skills to effectively play a variety of musical forms on the pianoincluding classical, popular, jazz and folk music; successfully sight read, transpose, and improvise music; understand and follow a variety of complex and technical oral and written instructions; establish and maintain routine records and files; may supervise and assist in transporting students when necessary; establish and maintain effective work relationships with those contacted in the performance of required duties.

EXPERIENCE

Some experience in the maintenance, operation and use of auditorium facilities and stage equipment is desirable. One year of experience as a professional accompanist for soloist, choruses, dance groups or as a pianist with a recognized musical organization.

GRADUATION FROM AN ACCREDITED SCHOOL OF MUSIC WITH SPECIALIZATION IN PIANO MAY BE SUBSTITUTED FOR THE DESIRED EXPERIENCE.

SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE MUST POSSESS AND MAINTAIN A VALID CLASS "C" CALIFORNIA DRIVER'S LICENSE.

A CRIMINAL HISTORY CHECK AND A PRE-EMPLOYMENT MEDICAL ASSESSMENT WILL BE REQUIRED OF THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE PRIOR TO EMPLOYMENT.

DUTIES OF POSITION

To maintain and assist in the operation of a school auditorium or other auditorium or other building with stage facilities and to maintain stage and sound equipment used in auditorium operations and activities. Employees in this classification receive general supervision from a school site administrator of his/her designate within a framework of standard policies and procedures. This position exercises responsibility for the cleaning and upkeep of assigned auditorium facilities and assists in the operation and maintenance of auditorium related equipment to include stage lighting and sound equipment. To provide piano or other specified instrumental accompaniment for music classes, choral groups, vocal ensembles and soloists, rehearsals, performances, and other school activities; improvising or playing from scores as necessary. Employees in this classification receive general to limited supervision from a certificated teacher(s) or school site administrator within a framework of standard policies and procedures. This job classification provides specialized skills as a pianist for a variety of school-related activities and requires specialized knowledge in the reading, interpretation, and arrangement of music.

STARTING SALARY: $2,565.13 (monthly)

NUMBER OF MONTHS: 9.4 (to begin as soon as possible)

NUMBER OF HOURS: 6 (daily working hours 8:30 am to 3:15 pm)

(Auditorium Att. 4 hrs. /Accompanist 2 hrs.)