Sound and Lighting Technician

Nashua, NH School District (SAU No. 42); Nashua (NH); On-site; USD 41,328 - 55,104; Full time

Job summary

The Nashua School District is seeking a Sound and Lighting Technician to set up, operate, and maintain audio and lighting gear for live events across district facilities.

Responsibilities include coordinating with staff and vendors, managing cues, and troubleshooting in real time to ensure top-quality sound and visuals for performances and events.

Qualifications

• Experience with audio and lighting systems in live performance, theatre, broadcast, or events.
• Proficiency with sound boards (analog/digital) and lighting consoles.
• Knowledge of signal flow, DMX, cabling, and basic electrical safety.
• Ability to troubleshoot under pressure during live events.
• Strong teamwork, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Set up, test, and operate sound equipment including microphones, mixers, speakers, monitors, wireless systems, and recording devices.
• Mix audio during rehearsals and live events to ensure clear, balanced sound.
• Conduct sound checks with performers, speakers, and production teams.
• Diagnose and resolve audio issues quickly to maintain show quality.
• Maintain and store audio equipment safely and efficiently.
• Set up, focus, and operate lighting equipment such as spotlights, moving heads, LED fixtures, dimmers, and control consoles.
• Program lighting cues based on the needs of the event, show, or director.
• Perform lighting checks to ensure proper color, intensity, and timing.
• Troubleshoot lighting malfunctions during setup and live operation.
• Assist with the installation and maintenance of lighting rigs and control systems.
• Work closely with directors, stage managers, event coordinators, and performers to meet artistic and technical requirements.
• Follow production schedules, cue sheets, and technical plans.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and operational protocols.
• Assist with load-in, setup, and teardown of technical equipment.
• Maintain organized documentation for equipment, inventory, and repairs.

Skills

Audio systems

Lighting systems

DMX knowledge

Safety procedures

Troubleshooting under pressure

Teamwork & communication

Lift and move equipment

Tools

Soundboard (analog/digital)

Lighting console

DMX cabling

Job description

Position Details

POSITION: Sound and Lighting Technician

LOCATION: District Wide

REPORTS TO: High School Principals

COORDINATES WITH: Coaches, Directors, Custodians

WORK YEAR: Per diem, as needed for events

COMPENSATION: $35.00/hour

Overall Responsibilities

The Sound and Lighting Technician is responsible for setting up, operating, and maintaining audio and lighting equipment for live events, performances, productions, and installations outside of the school day. This role ensures high-quality sound and visual presentation by preparing equipment, managing cues during events, and troubleshooting technical issues in real time. You are responsible for coordinating with staff for Nashua School District events, as well as vendors for events held outside the district.

Responsibilities

Audio

• Set up, test, and operate sound equipment including microphones, mixers, speakers, monitors, wireless systems, and recording devices.
• Mix audio during rehearsals and live events to ensure clear, balanced sound.
• Conduct sound checks with performers, speakers, and production teams.
• Diagnose and resolve audio issues quickly to maintain show quality.
• Maintain and store audio equipment safely and efficiently.

Lighting

• Set up, focus, and operate lighting equipment such as spotlights, moving heads, LED fixtures, dimmers, and control consoles.
• Program lighting cues based on the needs of the event, show, or director.
• Perform lighting checks to ensure proper color, intensity, and timing.
• Troubleshoot lighting malfunctions during setup and live operation.
• Assist with the installation and maintenance of lighting rigs and control systems.

General / Production

• Work closely with directors, stage managers, event coordinators, and performers to meet artistic and technical requirements.
• Follow production schedules, cue sheets, and technical plans.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and operational protocols.
• Assist with load-in, setup, and teardown of technical equipment.
• Maintain organized documentation for equipment, inventory, and repairs. Any concerns with equipment should be reported to the Principal of the school.
• Other related duties as assigned by the event designee/principal.

Qualifications

• Experience with audio and lighting systems in live performance, theatre, broadcast, or events.
• Proficiency with sound boards (analog/digital) and lighting consoles.
• Knowledge of signal flow, DMX, cabling, and basic electrical safety.
• Ability to troubleshoot under pressure during live events.
• Strong teamwork, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to lift and move equipment and work at heights when necessary.

This posting should not be construed to imply that these requirements are the exclusive list of job functions or expectations associated with this position.

The Nashua Board of Education reaffirms its position of compliance with applicable State and Federal laws of nondiscrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, marital status, familial status, genetic information and age in admission to, access to, treatment in or employment in the services, programs and activities of the Nashua School District.