Part-Time Technician III, Theater

Lone Star College; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 19,000 - 27,000; Part time

Job summary

Lone Star College is seeking a Part-Time Technician III, Theater at LSC-Montgomery to support the Lone Star Performing Arts Center and Black Box Theater. The role involves working with lighting, audio, scenery, and projectors, with occasional evenings and weekends for performances.

Candidates should have a year of relevant experience and a high school diploma or GED. Responsibilities include constructing and painting scenery, hanging and focusing lights, operating lighting consoles and audio

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent and at least 1 year of relevant experience.
• Experience must include at least 1 year in carpentry, theatrical lighting, audio for live entertainment, rigging, stage management, or scenic painting.

Responsibilities

• Construction and painting of scenery and props for productions and events.
• Hanging and focusing theatrical lighting equipment.
• Programming and operating the lighting console.
• Setup and operation of audio equipment including speakers, monitors, microphones, and mixing consoles.
• Operating the counterweight fly system.
• Setup and operation of projectors.

Job description

Job Title: Part-Time Technician III, Theater

Location: LSC-Montgomery

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Full/Part Time: Part-Time

Job ID: 45192

Commitment to Mission

This job carries with it the obligation to uphold the Mission of Lone Star College (LSC) in carrying out the duties of the position. A commitment to positive interpersonal behaviors, professional communication, integrity, leadership, stewardship, respect and accountability to LSC students and employees is essential.

Cultural Beliefs

• One LSC
• Student Focused
• Own It
• Foster Belonging
• Cultivate Community
• Choose Learning

The Chronicle of Higher Education's "Great Colleges to Work For®" is designed to recognize colleges that have been successful in creating great workplaces and to further research and understanding of the factors, dynamics and influences that have the most impact on organizational culture at higher education institutions.

Lone Star College has been recognized in multiple categories.

Campus Marketing Statement

Lone Star College-Montgomery

Lone Star College offers high-quality, low-cost academic transfer and career training education to 80,000+ students each semester. LSC has been named a 2023 Great Colleges to Work For® institution by the Chronicle of Higher Education.

LSC consists of eight colleges, seven centers, eight Workforce Centers of Excellence and Lone Star Corporate College.

Lone Star College-Montgomery, the premiere student-centered educational institution in Montgomery County, serves The Woodlands and Conroe communities. LSC-Montgomery provides a relaxing and conducive learning atmosphere while offering leisure learning opportunities, individual classes, and unique programs such as radiologic technology, physical therapy, and biotechnology.

Location address is 3200 College Park Drive, Conroe, TX 77384.

Job Description

PURPOSE AND SCOPE:

The PT Technician III, Theater performs technical functions at a moderately high level of complexity. Diagnoses and solves related problems, and repairs, installs, and builds equipment and related systems within the scope of the position. The PT, Technician III, Theater assists in the day-to-day operation of the Lone Star Performing Arts Center and Black Box Theater and serves as technical staff for events in both venues.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

1. Construction and painting of scenery and props for productions and events
2. Hanging and focusing theatrical lighting equipment
3. Programming and operating the lighting console
4. Setup and operation of audio equipment including speakers, monitors, microphones, and mixing consoles
5. Operating the counterweight fly system
6. Setup and operation of projectors
7. Responsible for maintaining a safe, clean, organized scene shop, stage, backstage, and front of house
8. Responsible for other reasonable, related duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Basic knowledge of the safe and effective use of power tools generally used in woodworking
• Basic knowledge of the safe and effective use of woodworking hand tools
• Basic knowledge of audio system setup and operation
• Basic knowledge of theatrical lighting
• Ability to interact with clients in a professional manner
• Ability to follow safety precautions at all times
• Skilled in the use of power tools

PHYSICAL ABILITIES:

The work requires some physical exertion, such as long periods of standing; walking over rough or uneven surfaces; working at great heights; recurring bending, crouching, stooping, stretching, reaching, or similar activities; or recurring lifting of items (up to 50 pounds). The work may require specific, but common, physical characteristics and abilities, such as above average agility, dexterity and balance.

WORK SCHEDULE AND CONDITIONS:

• Will require some nights and weekends due to performance and event schedules
• Scene shop and stage environments can be loud at times
• Some work may be performed outdoors
• Exposure to sawdust and paint fumes (PPE provided)
• Equipment used includes general carpentry, lighting, sound, and theater equipment
• Interface with internal and external contacts as needed to carry out the functions of the position
• Work is performed inside and outside with some exposure to power tools and paint fumes
• May require some weekends

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent and at least 1 year of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Experience must include at least 1 year in at least one of the following areas: carpentry, theatrical lighting, audio for live entertainment, rigging for the stage and counterweight fly operation, stage management, or scenic painting

Salary

Hourly Pay Rate is 16.66

Benefits Marketing Statement

By joining our top-notch institution, you will enjoy being a part of an organization that offers a supportive, collegial work environment, excellent work/life balance, tuition waiver, participation in a tax deferred retirement plan and more.

Lone Star College is an EEO Employer. All positions are subject to a criminal background check.