Stage Technician

Sight & Sound; Ronks (PA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Sight & Sound is seeking a Stage Technician to provide technical support for cues, movement of set pieces, and operation of show elements across productions. This role involves active physical work, headset communication, and collaboration with the Deck Supervisor and other departments.

The position requires the ability to lift up to 50 lbs frequently and move very heavy set pieces with a team. A strong focus on safety, teamwork, and delivering high-quality performances is essential.

Qualifications

• Good communication skills.
• Willingness and ability to work in a team atmosphere.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to remain calm under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Positive and service-oriented behavior.

Responsibilities

• Model the organization's mission and values.
• Execute deck moves with accuracy and consistency, including possibly being in costume in view of the audience.
• Assist Deck Supervisor in preparation and setup of show elements such as sets, props, fly systems, stage space and animals.
• Assist other departments in show and non-show related functions as required.

Job description

Sight & Sound is an organization comprised of people with diverse talents coming together to tell His story through who we are and what we do. We foster a culture of love for Christ and love for others, trust and teamwork and a collaborative environment in which we get to do our best work every day.

The Stage Technician provides technical support as it relates to the execution of cues and the movement and operation of set pieces and other show elements for all Sight & Sound Theatres' productions.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Model the organization's mission and values: High standard of behavior and productivity.
• Execute deck moves as assigned with accuracy and consistency, which may include being in costume in view of the audience
• Assist Deck Supervisor in preparation and setup of show elements to include, but not limited to, sets, props, fly systems, stage space and animals.
• Assist other departments in show and non-show related functions as required.

Prerequisites

• Ability to remain calm and rational under pressure and time demands in a fast-paced environment.
• Good communication skills.
• Willingness and ability to work well in a team atmosphere.
• Positive and service-oriented.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to perform assigned tasks without direct supervision.

The physical demands of this position are active in nature. You will be on your feet most of the day, walking and running regularly, consistently communicating with team members on a headset, and physically pushing and pulling set pieces throughout the day. This position is expected to lift/exert up to 50 lbs. of force frequently, seldom up to 100 lbs., and working with a team to move set pieces weighing up to 18,500 lbs. The full physical requirements are available upon request.

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.