On-Call Theater Technician — Stage & Production Support

Connecticut College; New London (CT); On-site; USD 23,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

Connecticut College is seeking an On-Call Theater Technician to support the Theatre Services Department in staging performances, lectures and film screenings. The role is on-call and requires flexibility and reliable turnout.

Duties include stagehand work, assisting with sets, lighting, sound, video, rigging and wardrobe; you will provide direction to student workers and enforce department safety standards, with weekend and night availability.

Qualifications

• Technical theater experience required.
• Weekend and night work required.
• Must be able to carry 50lbs safely.
• Must be able to set up and climb ladders to at least 16 ft.
• Knowledge of carpentry, welding, rigging, electrical wiring and general duties needed to stage productions.

Responsibilities

• Perform stagehand duties and assist with sets, lighting, sound, video, rigging and wardrobe.
• Provide work direction to student workers as necessary.
• Follow and enforce department safety standards.

Skills

Technical theater experience

Able to lift 50 lbs safely

Climb ladders to 16 ft

Knowledge of carpentry, welding, rigg​

Job description

Connecticut College is seeking an On-Call Theater Technician to support the Theatre Services Department in staging performances, lectures and film screenings. The role is on-call and requires flexibility and reliable turnout.

Duties include stagehand work, assisting with sets, lighting, sound, video, rigging and wardrobe; you will provide direction to student workers and enforce department safety standards, with weekend and night availability.