Temporary Theater Technician (HRLY)

CHESS; Farmington (NM); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

San Juan College is seeking a part-time Technical Theatre Assistant to provide technical support for theatre productions and events in the Performance Hall, Connie Gotch Theatre, and Black Box Theatre. This temporary role will be scheduled as needed based on scheduled events.

The ideal candidate will have knowledge of stage rigging, lighting equipment, and set design, with the ability to train students and assist vendors while ensuring safety and compliance with college policies.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of stage rigging and lighting equipment.
• Familiarity with set design principles and theatre operations.
• Ability to interpret blueprints and communicate clearly.

Responsibilities

• Provides technical support for productions in the Performance Hall, Connie Gotch Theatre, and Black Box Theatre.
• Maintains and coordinates stage equipment; transports equipment across campus.
• Designs and participates in all aspects of stage production.
• Provides service to vendors.
• Provides technical theater students with training in the use of technical equipment.
• Provides support for the regional high school theatre festival.
• Performs related duties.

Skills

Stage rigging

Lighting gear

Set design

Communication

Equipment transport

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Computers & software

Job description

Compensation

$18.54 per hour, up to 29 hours per week

CompensationType

Non-Exempt

Employment Type

Temporary (Fixed Term)

Grade

NE06

Position Summary

This position is responsible for providing technical support for theater and public events productions. This is a part-time, temporary position that will be scheduled as needed based on scheduled events.

San Juan College is committed to building a diverse faculty and staff, and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We seek an individual invested in equity and inclusiveness, who has experience with, knowledge of, and sensitivity to the needs of diverse populations.

MAJORDUTIES

• Provides technical support for productions in the Performance Hall, Connie Gotch Theatre, and Black Box Theatre.
• Maintains and coordinates stage equipment; transports equipment across campus.
• Designs and participates in all aspects of stage production.
• Provides service to vendors.
• Provides technical theater students with training in the use of technical equipment.
• Provides support for the regional high school theatre festival.
• Performs related duties.

KNOWLEDGEREQUIREDBYTHEPOSITION

• Knowledge of stage rigging.
• Knowledge of college and department policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of lighting equipment and design.
• Knowledge of set design principles.
• Knowledge of the operation and maintenance of technical theatre equipment.
• Knowledge of computers and job-related software programs.
• Skill in prioritizing and organizing work.
• Skill in the construction of sets.
• Skill in the interpretation of blueprints and set designs.
• Skill in oral and written communication.

SUPERVISORYCONTROLS

The Fine Arts and Special Events Director assigns work in terms of general instructions. The supervisor spot-checks completed work for compliance with procedures, accuracy, and the nature and propriety of the final results.

GUIDELINES

Guidelines include material safety data sheets,OSHAregulations, and college and department policies and procedures. These guidelines are generally clear and specific, but may require some interpretation in application.

COMPLEXITY/SCOPEOFWORK

• The work consists of related technical duties. Strict deadlines contribute to the complexity of the position.
• The purpose of this position is to provide technical support for theatre productions and events at the Fine Arts Center. Successful performance contributes to the success of those productions.

CONTACTS

• Contacts are typically with co-workers, other college employees, students, vendors, performers, high school students, and the general public.
• Contacts are typically to give or exchange information, resolve problems, and provide services.

PHYSICALDEMANDS/WORKENVIRONMENT

• The work is typically performed while standing, walking, bending, crouching or stooping. The employee frequently lifts heavy objects, climbs ladders, uses tools or equipment requiring a high degree of dexterity, distinguishes between shades of color, and utilizes the sense of smell.
• The work is typically performed in a theatre. The employee may be exposed to noise, dust, dirt, grease, and machinery with moving parts. Work may be performed outdoors, occasionally in cold or inclement weather. Work required the use or protective devices such as masks, goggles, gloves, etc.

SUPERVISORYANDMANAGEMENTRESPONSIBILITY

This position supervises assigned work study students.

MINIMUMQUALIFICATIONS

• Knowledge and level of competency commonly associated with completion of specialized training in the field of work, in addition to basic skills typically associated with a high school education.
• Sufficient experience to understand the basic principles relevant to the major duties of the position, usually associated with the completion of an apprenticeship/ internship or having had a similar position for one to two years.
• Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid driver’s license issued by the State of New Mexico for the type of vehicle or equipment operated.

VALUESSTATEMENT

• Innovation
• Collaboration
• Accountability
• Respect
• Excellence

EEO STATEMENT

San Juan College is dedicated to providing equal employment and educational opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, genetic, veteran’s status, or on the basis of any other category protected under federal, state and local laws.