Event Technician

Young World Physical Education

Reading (MA)

On-site

USD 21,025 - 29,945

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Young World Physical Education, located in Reading, Massachusetts, is looking for an Event Technician to support their rental program. The role involves setting up and operating theatrical lighting, audio, and A/V systems for various events. Candidates should have experience in troubleshooting sound equipment and be comfortable working with lighting consoles. The position is full-time, offers a pay rate of $18.50 per hour, and will require flexibility with night and weekend hours.

Qualifications

One year of experience preferred.
Must be able to lift up to 50lbs.
Comfortable with working at heights and climbing ladders.

Responsibilities

Set up, execute and break down theatrical lighting and audio systems.
Work with rental groups for various events including public meetings and performances.
Operate and troubleshoot sound systems and communication equipment.

Skills

Theatrical lighting

Audio/Visual systems

Sound systems troubleshooting

Stage Management

Communication systems

Tools

ETC Element Lighting Console

Behringer sound consoles

Soundcraft sound consoles

Job description

Event Technician

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Job Details

Job ID: 5684477

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: May 01, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

The Reading Public Schools is seeking applicants for Event Technicians.

Salary: $18.50 per hour

Overview: Event Technicians will be responsible for the proper set‑up, execution and break‑down of theatrical lighting, audio, A/V and communication systems for the Reading Public School’s rental program.

Desired Experience:

Comfortable working with rental groups including: dance studios, karate studios, public meetings, guest speakers, choral groups, band organizations, town/school committees, house of worship, and theatre companies.
Experience with troubleshooting, creating, recording and editing theatrical lighting cues within an ETC Element Lighting Console or similar console.
Experience with manual fader (A/B) lighting consoles.
Comfortable with hanging, focusing and circuiting single lighting fixtures for use with gobos or as lighting specials for events.
Experience using Behringer, Soundcraft or similar sound consoles.
Ability to work with and troubleshoot sound systems including patching and mixing.
Experience with wireless microphones, wired microphones, floor microphones and lavalier microphones.
Set‑up and operation of Telex/Clear-Com wired and wireless communication systems.
Ability to set‑up, troubleshoot and operate simple A/V components.
Experience in Stage Management or similar role multi‑tasking with lighting/sound cues.
Basic knowledge of theatrical spaces including curtain operation.

Varied hours & schedule; will require night and weekend hours.

One year of experience preferred.

Physical:

Must be able to lift up to 50lbs. Job may require standing, sitting, climbing ladders and working with heights.

Position Type: Full‑Time

Salary: $18.50 to $18.50 Per Hour

Equal Opportunity Employer

Reading Public Schools is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally, we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose such discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation. It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

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