Design Stage Technician

Kavaliro; Greenbrae Boardwalk (CA); Sur place; USD 28 000 - 40 000; Temps partiel

Résumé du poste

Kavaliro is seeking a part-time Theatre Technician in California to support stage productions and classes. The role involves training, lighting and sound design, and equipment handling to ensure safe, effective performances.

The position offers 20–25 hours per week at $25 per hour, with a pathway to full-time hours in 2027 as the department grows. Prior carpentry and theatre tech experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Job-related experience required.
• Carpentry and theatre tech knowledge.
• Sensitivity to diverse student backgrounds.

Responsabilités

• Train others through in-service presentations.
• Construct sets and stage elements for productions.
• Set up and operate lighting and audio systems.
• Direct students in Performing Arts classes.
• Maintain inventory and safety of theater equipment.
• Lead production support crews.
• Move equipment for events and ceremonies.
• Direct student workers.
• Drive and transport equipment as needed.

Connaissances

Safety practices

Stage lighting

Sound systems

Equipment maintenance

Team leadership

Training delivery

Formation

High School Diploma or equivalent

Outils

Hand tools

Power tools

Audio equipment

Sound board

Description du poste

Duration: part time hours (20-25 hours per week, with ability to go full time hours/permanent employee in 2027).

Pay Rate: $25/hr.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

The duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to this class.

• Conducts in-service presentations for the purpose of training on the use of stage, hand tools, power tools, technical equipment, and audio-visual equipment.
• Constructs scenic elements, stage scenery, sets, operates stage lifts, manual and mechanized stage rigging, etc. for the purpose of supporting students, instructors and dance/drama/music productions.
• Resets the theater stage, including breaking down sets and dance floors, transporting and erecting sound shells, risers, and chairs, and assisting with piano and other large instrument moves.
• Designs theatrical lighting and sound systems (e.g. audio systems, specialized audio equipment, digital lighting systems, etc.) for the purpose of providing the necessary support to all productions in the performing arts building, including configuring stage lights and light board for use by different departments and entities.
• Directs students in Performing Arts classes for the purpose of guiding and monitoring their activities.
• Maintains inventory for the purpose of providing security for all tools, equipment and supplies in the theater, including the stages, shop, and storage areas under the College of Marin Theatre stage.
• Maintains stage and media equipment for the purpose of ensuring the availability and functioning of required tools and equipment within a safe work area. Ensures the safety of the stage, pit, and elevator.
• Manages production support crews for the purpose of providing necessary support to all productions.
• Produces stage support items (e.g. props, scenery, special effects, fog, haze, smoke, lighting, seating, etc.) for the purpose of supporting instructor, student, community productions.
• Repairs equipment for the purpose of ensuring that items are available and in safe working condition.
• Requests equipment and supplies for the purpose of maintaining inventory and ensuring availability of required items.
• Sets-up theater equipment for the purpose of ensuring that client requests are met, including extra-departmental events such as convocation, pinning ceremonies, etc.
• Directs the work of student workers.
• Drives a motor vehicle, loads and delivers equipment and supplies related to production activities.

QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma or equivalent; and
• Job-related experience is required; and
• Carpentry experience, experience with mechanics of theatre sound and lighting; and
• Demonstrated sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students.

KNOWLEDGE

is required to read a variety of manuals, write documents following prescribed formats and/or present information before groups; and understand complex multiple step instructions. Specific knowledge required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job includes: safety practices and procedures; programming, patching, and operational knowledge of stage lighting, video projection, and sound requirements; costume and equipment maintenance; principles of stage production; understanding of trades (painting, electrical, carpentry, etc.).

SKILLS

are required to perform multiple technical tasks with an occasional need to upgrade skills due to changing job conditions. Specific skills required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: adhering to safety practices; operating equipment used in theater set development; installing sound shell; laying dance floor; preparing and maintaining accurate records; and utilizing pertinent software applications. Use of new or additional equipment brought about by new technology shall be incorporated consistent with the level of responsibility and complexity of this job.