Stage Technician - PT

Halecentretheatre; Sandy (UT); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Hale Centre Theatre in Utah is seeking Part-Time Stage Technicians to support live stage performances under the Technical Director, Show Operations. The role focuses on technical aspects of shows to ensure a seamless theatre experience.

Candidates should have 3–5 years in running crew or related live entertainment, with skills in rigging, carpentry, props, scenic painting, and related disciplines. The job demands physical work and availability six days a week, including nights and weekends.

Qualifications

• 3 to 5 years of experience running crew and/or maintaining large scale productions.
• Proven technical experience in live entertainment in disciplines: Show Run Crews, Rigging, Carpentry, Props, Scenic Dressing, Scenic Painting.
• Operate, troubleshoot and maintain equipment for theatrical and live entertainment venues.
• Basic electrical circuitry and basic carpentry skills.
• Basic understanding of mechanical principles.
• Knowledge of theatrical terminology and documentation.
• Rigging and counterweight fly systems understanding.
• Ability to lift 70 lbs+, climb and stand for long periods.
• Full availability up to six days a week, including afternoons/nights/weekends/holidays.
• Pass drug screening and background check.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Live entertainment

Teamwork

Critical thinking

Physical stamina

Rigging

Carpentry

Props

Scenic painting

Electrical basics

Mechanical principles

Theatrical terminology

Tools

Scissor lifts

Forklifts

Show Control/Automation

Job description

Help us bring our stories to life! Hale Centre Theatre is currently seeking Part‑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.Responsibilitiesinclude butnot limited to; performing scenic transitionsduringrun of show, maintainingscenic 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 musicians 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 ofbasicelectrical 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 $21.00/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.