Part-time Stage Technician: Lighting, Sound & Set Ops

The City of Elkhart; Elkhart (IN); On-site; USD 17,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

The City of Elkhart seeks part-time stagehands to support performances and events. Responsibilities include unloading and loading equipment, setting up technical gear, and operating lighting, sound, and projection systems.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED, experience with stage setups, and basic technical training is desirable. Post-offer drug screening and background checks apply; work is in theater and Crystal Ballroom settings.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Experience in stage setup and stage equipment operation is required.
• Technical training or education in performing arts technology is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Unload equipment for performances and events from delivery trucks.
• Load equipment onto delivery trucks after performances and events.
• Install and set up technical equipment per Technical Coordinator’s direction and equipment specifications for performances and events.
• Stagehand work during performances as directed.
• Breakdown technical equipment after performances and events.
• Operate lighting, sound, and projection systems during performances and events.

Skills

Stage knowledge

Lighting equipment

Sound equipment

Safety procedures

Team coordination

Interpersonal communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Technical training in performing arts technology (desirable)

Tools

Lighting equipment

Sound systems

Projection equipment

Job description

The City of Elkhart seeks part-time stagehands to support performances and events. Responsibilities include unloading and loading equipment, setting up technical gear, and operating lighting, sound, and projection systems.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED, experience with stage setups, and basic technical training is desirable. Post-offer drug screening and background checks apply; work is in theater and Crystal Ballroom settings.