CPAC Lead Stage Technician - PAT II - Hourly/Intermittent POOL (COTA)

Opt For Healthy Living; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 32,828 - 47,816; Part time

Job summary

A California arts facility is looking for a Lead Stage Technician to manage stage equipment and operations during events. This hourly/intermittent position involves constructing sets, operating lighting and sound systems, and participating in pre-production meetings. Candidates should have at least 24 semester units in relevant fields and two years of related experience. The role offers pay ranging from $23.83 to $34.71 per hour, emphasizing a commitment to excellent service and community engagement.

Qualifications

• Equivalent to 24 semester units of related college coursework and two years of related professional or technical experience required.

Responsibilities

• Operates and maintains stage counterweight, lighting and sound systems for events.
• Constructs stage sets, hangs & focuses lighting equipment, and sets up sound equipment.
• Participates in pre-production meetings and serves as technical consultant.

Skills

Stage equipment operation

Set design and construction

Lighting and sound systems

Communication abilities

Education

24 semester units of related college coursework

Job description

CPAC Lead Stage Technician - PAT II - Hourly/Intermittent POOL (COTA)

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Work type: Staff
Location: Long Beach
Categories: Unit 9 - CSUEU - Technical Support Services, Temporary, Part Time, Theatre Arts

Job Summary

Under the general supervision of the Production Manager, the position of Lead Stage Technician is in charge of the theatrical and stage equipment and use of the stage during events at the Carpenter Center.

Key Responsibilities

• Operates and maintains stage counterweight, lighting and sound systems for events in the Carpenter Center
• Constructs stage sets, flats and properties, hangs & focuses lighting equipment and sets up sound equipment
• Participates in pre-production meetings with clients and serves as technical and /or design consultant when needed

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

Thorough knowledge of the methods and problems of stage and set design and construction; knowledge of stage equipment and its operation; knowledge of stage construction and set design; knowledge of the types and uses of lighting (including intelligent systems), sound, counterweight, rigging and other stage equipment; working knowledge of sound design and live mixing. Ability to construct and supervise the construction of stage sets; ability to improvise stage property, sound and other stage effects; ability to operate and supervise stage equipment; ability to instruct, train and supervise the work of technical assistance.

Ability to communicate with an ethnically and culturally diverse campus community. Ability to follow all university policies, procedures, and guidelines including but not limited to safety, civility, information security, and non-discrimination policies and procedures. Ability to contribute to a positive university experience for each and every student, and assist in achieving the university's commitment to a "vision of excellence."

Education and Experience

Equivalent to 24 semester units of related college coursework and two years of related professional or technical experience required.

Division

College of the Arts (COTA)

Compensation

The salary range for this classification is $23.83 to $34.71 per hour.

Time Base

Hourly/intermittent on call temporary position for one year with no permanent status granted. Temporary assignments may expire prior to the ending date.

Application Procedures

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Equal Employment Statement

Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, CSULB provides equal opportunity in employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, national origin, or other protected status. CSULB complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the California Equity in Higher Education Act, California’s Proposition 209 (Art. I, Section 31 of the California Constitution), other applicable state and federal anti-discrimination laws, and CSU’s Nondiscrimination Policy. We prohibit discriminatory preferential treatment, segregation based on race or any other protected status, and all forms of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in all university programs, policies, and practices.

Accommodations

We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants with questions about access or requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact [e-mail].

Out of State Employment Policy

California State University, Long Beach, as part of the CSU system, is a State of California Employer. As such, the University requires all employees upon date of hire to reside in the State of California.

Advertised: Jan 01 2026 Pacific Standard Time
Applications close: Dec 31 2026 Pacific Standard Time