Temporary Technical Production Specialist

Palm Beach State College; United States; On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement program

Tuition assistance

Paid time off

Job summary

Palm Beach State College is seeking a theatre technician to assist with production and stage management of theatre events. This on-call role requires a fluctuating schedule, including nights and weekends, and involves setting up and operating sound and lighting equipment.

You will maintain theatre equipment, ensure safety, and perform minor repairs. Responsibilities include loading equipment, setting up stage elements, and supporting productions as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Some related theatre production experience.
• Proficient in communicating verbally and in writing with internal and external customers.
• Ability to troubleshoot and perform minor repair of theatre lighting and audio equipment.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate sound equipment such as public address systems and may install background music as required.
• Operate stage lighting equipment for play production in auditorium; rig lighting equipment as needed.
• Perform custodial duties, including cleaning, dusting, and mopping floors of theatre stage area.
• Set up flats, props, sound equipment and related stage items per stage plot.
• Unload, unpack, pack, and load sound, lighting, and stage equipment.
• Move sets and equipment during performances.
• Open and close curtain on queue.
• Assist with setup and operation of lighting, sound, and related stage equipment.
• Maintain a safe workplace and follow established safety practices.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Skills

Attention to detail

Effective communication

Time management

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office Professional

Job description

Join our team! What We Offer At Palm Beach State College, you will discover a place where ideas come to life and the heartbeat of a county begins. By joining us, you will be exposed to professionals from across the U.S. and abroad who are the strivers, reinventors, explorers, and influencers dedicated to developing talent that fills the most needed workforce roles. As the Panthers, we embrace a community of belonging, caring, and connection for our students and employees. We seek creative individuals to help PBSC fulfill its mission of inspiring hope, advancing skills, and transforming lives.

About this role

Assists with the technical production and stage managing of theatre events when needed. Maintains and operates all theatre equipment, provides for the security and safety of the people in the facility, and troubleshoots and performs minor repairs of standard theatrical lighting and sound equipment. This role is an on‑call position and is required to work a fluctuating schedule to include nights and weekends. Schedule is determined by theatre activities. Varies.

Base Pay

Base Pay: $16.51. Offer amount based on College's Salary Schedule guidelines.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Sets up and operate sound equipment such as public address systems and may install background music system as required.
• Operates stage lighting equipment for play production in auditorium; rig lighting equipment by use of ladder as required.
• Provides custodial duties such as but not limited to cleaning, dusting, and mopping floors of theatre stage area.
• Sets-up flats, props, sound equipment and related stage items in accordance with the stage plot.
• Unloads, unpacks, packs, and loads sound, lighting, and stage equipment.
• Moves sets and equipment during performances.
• Opens and closes curtain on queue.
• Assists with set-up and operation of lighting, sound, and related stage equipment.
• Maintains and performs in a safe workplace and follows established safety practices.
• Performs other job‑related duties as assigned.

Required Minimum Qualifications

• Education and Experience: High school diploma or GED
• Some related experience
• Knowledge of: Microsoft Office Professional or similar application
• Skilled in: Attention to detail while maintaining effective time and task management
• Ability to: Effectively communicate verbally and in writing on a regular basis with internal and external customers, and take responsibility for a high level of service
• Troubleshoot and perform minor repair of theatre lighting and audio equipment
• Regular physical attendance required

Work Environment and Physical Demand

• Lift, carry, push, pull, install or remove objects weighing 20 to 49 pounds
• Lift, carry, push, pull, install or remove objects weighing in excess of 50 pounds
• Reach and grasp objects
• Stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, or crawl
• Stand for extended periods of time
• Use of video display terminal
• Use of manual dexterity and fine motor skills
• Identify and distinguish colors and shades of color
• Communicate information orally and in writing
• Receive and understand information through oral and written communication
• Proofread and check documents for accuracy
• Work with equipment or perform procedures where carelessness may result in injury
• Experience exposure to uncomfortable work environment due to extreme temperature, noise level, and other conditions
• Work a fluctuating work schedule

This job description is intended to be generic in nature and describe the essential functions of the job. It is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The essential duties, functions and responsibilities, and overtime eligibility may vary based on the specific tasks assigned to the position.

Application Deadline

This position is open until filled.

About the College

About the College Palm Beach State College, Florida's first public community college, was founded in 1933 and has grown to become the largest institution of higher education in Palm Beach County. Currently serving a richly diverse student population of 49,000 annually, the College offers classes at five locations and offers bachelor's and associate degrees, professional certificates, and workforce development programs.

• health insurance
• a retirement program
• tuition assistance
• paid time off

Equal Access/Equal Opportunity/Veteran Preference/ADA Employer

Per the Florida Open Records and Public Meeting Laws (286.011), also known as "the Sunshine Laws," all correspondence received from applicants for any position with the College is a matter of public record.

Palm Beach State College is an equal access, equal opportunity institution.

The College complies with all state and federal laws granting rights to applicants for employment or admission to the College.

The College prohibits unlawful discrimination on the basis of race, color, creed, ethnicity, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, religion, marital status, veteran status, disability, or pregnancy in any of its employment or educational programs or activities.

Applicants who believe they have been discriminated against in the recruitment process should contact the Human Resources and Compliance Director or Chief Human Resources Officer at (561) 868‑3114 or 4200 Congress Avenue, Lake Worth, FL 33461.

Written complaints must be filed within 180 days from the position's closing date for which the applicant applied.

Claims will be investigated, and a timely response will be provided.

The College prohibits retaliation against any applicant who utilizes the complaint procedure.

Accommodations

Accommodations Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you need a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job or to perform your job by contacting the Human Resources and Compliance Director at (561) 868‑3114 for assistance.