Stage Technician - FT

Hale Centre Theatre; Sandy (UT); On-site; USD 24,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Hale Centre Theatre in Utah is seeking Full-Time Stage Technicians to support live stage performances under the Technical Director, Show Operations. You will contribute to scenic transitions, prop maintenance, and load-in/load-out activities to ensure a seamless audience experience.

The role requires 3–5 years of crew experience with strong skills in rigging, carpentry, props, scenic painting, and related technical disciplines.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience running crew and/or maintaining large-scale productions is highly preferred.
• Proven technical experience in live entertainment in disciplines such as show run crews, rigging, carpentry, props, scenic dressing, or scenic painting.
• Ability to operate, troubleshoot and maintain equipment for theatrical venues.
• Basic electrical circuitry and carpentry understanding; physical demands including lifting 70 lbs+.

Responsibilities

• Perform scenic transitions during run of show.
• Maintain scenic and prop elements for the duration of the show.
• Assist with load in/load outs between shows and other duties as assigned.

Skills

Stage rigging

Carpentry

Props handling

Scenic painting

Electrical knowledge

Team player

Tools

Scissor lifts

Forklifts

Job description

Help us bring our stories to life! Hale Centre Theatre is currently seeking Full-Time Stage Technicians. The Technician team works through innovation, continual training and cutting-edge technology to create memorable and exciting experiences for our patrons through live stage performances. This role reports to the Technical Director, Show Operations.

Responsibilities

Our technicians are responsible for the technical aspects of our shows to ensure a consistent and seamless theatrical experience for our Patrons. Responsibilities include, but not limited to; performing scenic transitions during run of show, maintaining scenic and prop elements for the duration of the show, participating in Load in, Load outs between shows and other duties assigned.

Basic Qualifications

• 3 to 5 years of experience running crew and/or maintaining large scale musical is highly preferred
• Proven technical experience in live entertainment in at least one of the following disciplines:
  • Show Run Crews
  • Rigging
  • Carpentry
  • Props
  • Scenic Dressing
  • Scenic Painting
• Proven ability to operate, troubleshoot and maintain equipment for theatrical and live entertainment venues
• Proven understanding of basic electrical circuitry and basic carpentry skills
• Basic understanding of mechanical principles
• Proven working knowledge of theatrical terminology and documentation
• Basic understanding of rigging and counterweight fly systems
• Ability to work in an active team and fast paced environment
• Ability to adapt to a physically demanding role that encompasses frequent lifting of 70lbs+, climbing and standing for long periods of time, at various heights
• Critical thinking is a must
• Positions require full availability (up to six days a week), including afternoons, nights, weekends, and select holidays
• Successful candidates must be able to pass a drug screening and background check prior to beginning work

Preferred Qualifications

• 3+ years extensive carpentry experience
• Experience or certifications operating scissor lifts, forklifts, etc
• Show Control/Automation experience
• Advanced rigging experience and/or certifications SPRAT, ETCP, etc

Minimum base hourly rate for this position is $21.50/hr. Compensation commensurate with experience. Individual compensation packages are based on various factors unique to each candidate, including skill set, experience, and qualifications.

Hale Centre Theatre is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.