Stage Technician - PT

Hale Centre Theatre; Sandy (UT); On-site; USD 23,866 - 33,992; Part time

Job summary

Hale Centre Theatre in Sandy, Utah is seeking a Part-Time Stage Technician to be part of our innovative technician team. This role involves ensuring a seamless theatrical experience for audiences through technical support during live performances.

You're expected to handle various tasks including scenic transitions, equipment maintenance, and more. The ideal candidate has significant experience in live entertainment settings and is able to work a flexible schedule, including nights and weekends. Base hourly rate starts at $21.00.

Qualifications

• 3 to 5 years of experience running crew and/or maintaining large scale productions.
• Proven understanding of theatrical terminology and documentation.
• Ability to adapt to a physically demanding role.

Responsibilities

• Perform scenic transitions during the show.
• Maintain scenic and prop elements.
• Participate in Load in and Load outs between shows.

Skills

Technical experience in live entertainment

Ability to operate and troubleshoot equipment

Knowledge of electrical circuitry

Basic carpentry skills

Teamwork

Critical thinking

Tools

Scissor lifts

Forklifts

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. Responsibilities include but are 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 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 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 $21.00/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.