Substitute - Theater Technician

Young World Physical Education; Encinitas (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

San Dieguito Union High School District (SDUHSD) is seeking a Substitute Theater Technician to provide technical theater expertise and assist staff, students and community groups for theater productions and events.

The role involves set construction and the installation, operation and maintenance of lighting, sound and rigging equipment. The position runs during the school term from late August to mid-June, with possible summer opportunities when the theater is rented.

Qualifications

• Two years of theater tech experience involving set construction and the installation, operation, and maintenance of lighting, sound, and rigging equipment and systems.

Responsibilities

• Assist with set construction for theater productions and events.
• Install, operate, and maintain lighting, sound, and rigging systems.
• Support staff and students during productions and events.

Skills

Theater rigging experience

Education

Technical theater coursework

Tools

Lighting equipment

Sound equipment

Rigging equipment

Job description

Substitute - Theater Technician

San Dieguito Union High School District District Office - Encinitas, California Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5875970
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Aug 07, 2026 7:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

About the Employer

Thank you for your interest in employment with San Dieguito Union High School District (SDUHSD). Located in North Coastal San Diego County, SDUHSD is comprised of middle and high schools. We offer a wealth of academic and extracurricular opportunities in which our students can engage and excel. Our success as a school district is due to the dedication of our educators and support staff. We invite candidates with a commitment to service to explore employment opportunities in our schools, offices, and facilities.

Job Summary

Substitute Theater Technician provides technical theater expertise and assistance to staff, students and community groups for theater productions and events. The Theater Technician performs a variety of technical stagecraft duties including set construction and the installation, operation and maintenance of lighting, sound, and rigging equipment and systems. The Theater Technician works during the school term from late August until mid-June. However, there may be opportunities for some summer work when the theater is rented to community groups.

Requirements / Qualifications

• Two years of experience involving set construction and the installation, operation, and maintenance of lighting, sound, and rigging equipment and systems in a theater or similar environment is required.


• Post-high school coursework involving technical theater production is preferred and may be considered as part of the experience requirement.


• Job-related education necessary to perform the essential job duties is typically consistent with graduation from high school or equivalent.

Comments and Other Information

SB 848 COMPLIANCE – EFFECTIVE JANUARY 1, 2026

Effective January 1, 2026, and in accordance with California Education Code Section 44051(a)(1), any applicant for a non-teaching position must disclose a complete list of every school district, county office of education, charter school, state special school and diagnostic center operated by the department of education, and private school that the applicant has previously been an employee of, including full-time, part-time, or substitute roles. Failure to provide this information may be considered an act of dishonesty and could affect hiring decisions.

Reasonable accommodations are provided in the recruitment process for disabled persons. Advance notice is required. To request an accommodation in the examination process, please [e-mail].

Examination process: Completed applications are reviewed and candidates who meet the minimum qualifications must also pass a performance exam and Qualifications Appraisal Interview. The San Dieguito Union High School District prohibits discrimination, harassment, intimidation and bullying in educational programs, activities, or employment on the basis of actual or perceived ancestry, age, color, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, nationality, race or ethnicity, immigration status, religion, sex, sexual orientation, parental, pregnancy, family or marital status, military status or association with a person or a group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. SDUHSD requires that school personnel take immediate steps to intervene when safe to do so when he or she witnesses an act of discrimination, harassment, intimidation, or bullying. Any concerns regarding discrimination may be directed to Susan Gray, Director, Classified Personnel, [phone].

Position Type: Substitute
Salary: $25.93 Substitute

Job Requirements

Contact Information

• Classified Personnel


• District Office


• Email: [e-mail]

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