On-Call Stage Technician | Live Events & AV Support

California Institute of Technology; Pasadena (CA); On-site; USD 37,195 - 41,328; Part time

Job summary

Caltech in Pasadena, CA seeks an on-call Stage Technician to support lighting, audio and AV for events in campus auditoriums and Beckman Mall. You will join the professional staff and work with Event Production, Public Programming, OSC, and campus partners to deliver high-quality presentations.

Responsibilities include setting up and operating lighting and sound equipment, projecting systems, and managing load-ins, checks and strike.

Qualifications

• 2 years of relevant experience.
• Ability to apply advanced technical skills in event support and services.
• Proficiency with lighting instruments, dimmers, follow spots, lighting control surfaces, audio consoles, and projection systems.
• Ability to troubleshoot equipment malfunctions and perform repairs.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work with hand tools and electronic instruments.
• Pre-employment background check.

Responsibilities

• Provide lighting support for scheduled events in Caltech auditoriums, including hangs, focus, strike, and light-board operation.
• Provide audio support and load-ins, sound checks, performances, and equipment restoration.
• Provide AV support including projectors, computers, and video playback/recording equipment.
• Perform setup and strike of scheduled events.
• Collaborate with Event Production, Public Programming, OSC and campus teams.
• Adhere to OSHA and safety standards in all tasks.

Skills

Event production support

Lighting control

Audio support

Video/AV setup

Troubleshooting

Tools

ETC Ion lighting console

Yamaha CL5

Allen & Heath GLD

PowerPoint

Keynote

Video switchers

Projectors

Job description

Caltech in Pasadena, CA seeks an on-call Stage Technician to support lighting, audio and AV for events in campus auditoriums and Beckman Mall. You will join the professional staff and work with Event Production, Public Programming, OSC, and campus partners to deliver high-quality presentations.

Responsibilities include setting up and operating lighting and sound equipment, projecting systems, and managing load-ins, checks and strike.