Head Electricain

Flynn Center for the Performing Arts; Burlington (VT); On-site; USD 38,573,000 - 63,370,000; Full time

Job summary

The Flynn Center for the Performing Arts in Burlington, VT is seeking a Head Electrician to lead the operation of the electrical and lighting systems for productions. The role supervises electricians, maintains dimming, and ensures safe, high-quality lighting for Main Stage and Flynn Space.

The position requires extensive theatre lighting knowledge, five to seven years of experience, and IATSE journeyperson status.

Qualifications

• Managerial leadership required for a large crew and production schedule.
• Extensive theatre lighting experience with professional systems.
• Deep knowledge of dimming/control systems (ETC) and lighting software.
• Ability to supervise crews of 10+ under tight deadlines.
• Journeyperson status with IATSE 919 or eligibility to apply.

Responsibilities

• Supervise stage electricians and ensure safety of personnel and equipment.
• Hang, patch, focus, troubleshoot and operate stage electrical systems.
• Serve as main light board operator when needed for Mainstage/ Flynn Space.
• Maintain Flynn lighting plots and dimming systems; update paperwork.
• Coordinate cabling and power distribution for shows.
• Train union personnel and mentor journeypersons.
• Collaborate with PM/LD/ME and external contractors on productions.

Skills

Managerial experience

Theatre experience

Electrical knowledge

CAD/lighting software

Education

Journeyperson status or IATSE 919 membership

Tools

CAD systems

Lightwright

Vectorworks

EOS lighting software

Microsoft Office

Job description

FLYNN CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS, LTD. Union Contract Applies

JOB CLASSIFICATION/DESCRIPTION Non-exempt/hourly

12 month/80 hours biweekly

HEAD ELECTRICIAN

The Flynn is committed to creating an inclusive workplace that promotes and values diversity. We strive to be diverse in age, gender identity, race, sexual orientation, physical or mental ability, ethnicity, and perspective.

We believe that people of color, people from working class backgrounds, women, and LGBTQ people must be centered in the work we do, we strongly encourage applications from people with these identities or who are members of other marginalized communities.

Basic Function

The Head Electrician performs duties related to the safe and professional operation of the electrical and lighting systems used for productions while also supervising all other Electricians working on productions or performing maintenance. Provide regular maintenance of Main Stage and Flynn Space dimming and related electrical control systems and fixtures.

Characteristic Duties & Responsibilities

• Working department head that supervises the stage electricians to ensure the efficient use and safety of personnel, equipment, and the space.
• Supervises crew to hang, patch, focus, troubleshoot, and operate stage electrical systems.
• Serve as the Flynn’s main Light board operator as needed on the Flynn Mainstage and FlynnSpace.
• Utilize drafting skills to create and update Flynn lighting plot for Mainstage and Flynn Space.
• Maintain a clean and orderly work environment in Flynn facilities and onstage in areas under your direct supervision.
• Planning and implementing of the cabling (circuiting & data) of lights and electric power distribution for any given show or production.
• Reviews show advance information provided by Production Team and gives timely feedback and/or suggestions as needed.
• Perform necessary maintenance to stage lighting equipment, dimming system, and related components.
• Maintain an accurate equipment inventory for the Flynn Main Stage and FlynnSpace and their related areas.
• Maintain and keep up to date of the house lighting paperwork and console “patch” book.
• Maintain the house show console files with updates from the house plot.
• Initiate temporary power connections for touring electrical distribution equipment.
• Assist in training union personnel for relevant special skills and qualifying journeypersons in use and operation of Flynn lighting control and equipment.
• Take an active leadership role in setting and maintaining the levels of production craftsmanship and artistic excellence.
• Works with the show PM/LD/ME to implement their production to the best of the Flynn’s ability.
• Work with outside electrical contractors to facilitate maintenance, new installations and upgrades.
• Other related duties as assigned

Supervision Exercised

Supervises Electricians working on a production or maintenance.

Supervision Received

Supervision is received from the Director of Production.

Qualifications

• Managerial Experience (Required)
• Practical knowledge of theatre production environment and previous experience in commercial or non-profit arts desired
• At least 5-7 years' experience working as a Theatre Electrician
• Extensive knowledge of the operation and programming of electronic dimming and control systems, especially ETC dimming and controls (Sensor dimmers, ETC consoles)
• Working knowledge of CAD systems and lighting software interface
• Able to work well under pressure with concise deadlines and supervise crews of 10 or more at varied skill levels
• Position may require climbing to 50’+ theater grid, ceiling slots and working regularly from 30’ personnel lift and various ladder heights.
• Working knowledge of chain motors and their operation
• Has entertainment tour experience, either on the road or at a roadhouse hosting tours.
• Familiar with various computer programs including Microsoft Office Suite, Lightwright, Vectorworks, EOS family software.
• Knowledge of basic electrical theory and 3 phase distribution systems
• Able to remain energetic, visible, and active for hours. Able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Journeyperson Member of IATSE 919, or must apply for membership upon hiring
• Knowledge of OSHA Guidelines preferred

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