Horowitz Center Technician (Pool)

Howard Community College; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 20,457 - 29,136; Part time

Job summary

Howard Community College’s Horowitz Center seeks a part-time technician to support events, manage AV, lighting, and computer equipment, and handle setup and teardown. The role is part of a rolling pool for available positions.

The Technician ensures safety per fire codes, assists with stage prep, runs lighting/audio consoles during events, and returns the venue to its original state after each use, working with the Production Electrician as needed.

Qualifications

• Experience with theatrical lighting and professional audio systems.
• Familiarity with video/projection equipment and digital audio consoles.
• Proficiency in Windows and Mac operating systems; knowledge of MS Office.
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs. and work at heights (catwalks).

Responsibilities

• Sweep and/or mop the stage in preparation for events.
• Set up chairs, music stands, lecterns, and push pianos on/offstage.
• Prepare lighting and audio stage setups for events.
• Run lighting and/or audio consoles during events.
• Focus special lighting for events.
• Return venue to original state after event completion.
• Assist Production Electrician with light hang and focus.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Theatrical lighting

Professional audio systems

Video/projection equipment

QLab

Windows

Mac

Microsoft Office

Customer service

Job description

Position Title

Horowitz Center Technician (Pool)

Employment Type

Part Time (Variable Hours)

Salary

$18+ (commensurate with experience)

Summary

Applications will be put into the pool for available positions when available. Hiring is done on a rolling basis as the need arises. The Horowitz Center Technician provides technical support to facilities users hosting events in Horowitz Center venues. The Technician will operate audiovisual, lighting, and computer equipment and is responsible for the setup, running, and tear‑down of the assigned event. The Technician will also monitor the venue to ensure safety per Howard County Fire Safety codes.

Responsibilities

• Sweep and/or mop the stage if necessary in preparation for the event.
• Prepare the stage for the execution of the event prior to facility user's arrival. This includes setting up chairs, music stands, lecterns, and push pianos on/offstage.
• Prepare any lighting and audio stage setups for the event.
• Run lighting and/or audio consoles for the duration of the event.
• Focus any special lighting for the event.
• Return the venue to original state after event completion.
• Assist Production Electrician with light hang and focus.
• Other duties as assigned.

Working Conditions

• Aspects of the job may require physical labor including high climbing.
• Use of machine tools, loud noise, high voltage electricity, and very hot equipment.
• Lifting up to 25 lbs.
• Exposure to various weather conditions during load‑in/load‑out for indoor/outdoor facilities.
• Exposure to dust and noise.
• Work within a diverse learning community involving students, volunteers, and professionals.

Required Experience

Successful candidates should have a moderately strong understanding of theatrical lighting, professional audio systems, professional video/projection equipment, digital audio consoles, Windows and Mac computer systems, knowledge of QLab and Microsoft Office software, as well as excellent customer service skills. Must be able to lift 50 lbs. from floor to table height, work in high places (on catwalks), climb ladders and stairs, and have a keen sense of hearing and vision.

EEO Statement

Howard Community College (HCC) is an Equal Employment Opportunity & Affiantive Action employer & values diversity within its faculty, staff & student population. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. HCC understands that persons with specific disabilities may need assistance with the job application process and/or with the interview process. For confidential assistance with the job application process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at 443-518-1100.