Theatre Stage Technician: Lighting, Sound & Ops

Palm Beach State College; Florida; On-site; USD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Palm Beach State College seeks a dedicated Theatre Technician to support the Technical Production Supervisor in organizing, supervising, and stage managing theatre events. This role maintains and operates theatre gear, ensures safety, and troubleshoots lighting and sound equipment during productions.

Responsibilities include setting up equipment, coordinating staff, assisting with scheduling, and ensuring safe work practices.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED with related training for the position.
• Minimum of one year related experience preferred.
• Experience with theatre lighting/audio is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Analyze technical problems with multimedia systems and perform minor repairs.
• Replace defective or obsolete theatrical equipment or fixtures.
• Set up and operate sound equipment and may install background music systems.
• Operate stage lighting equipment for theatre productions and rig lighting as needed.
• Coordinate activities of staff and volunteers.
• Assist in scheduling and administrative requirements for theatre operations.
• Plan and direct work of supporting staff and volunteers.
• Maintain a safe and clean theatre environment.

Skills

Theatre lighting/audio technician

Basic electronics

Detail oriented

Multitasking

Verbal and written communication

Troubleshoot minor repairs

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Theatre lighting equipment

Public address systems

Sound equipment

Job description

Palm Beach State College seeks a dedicated Theatre Technician to support the Technical Production Supervisor in organizing, supervising, and stage managing theatre events. This role maintains and operates theatre gear, ensures safety, and troubleshoots lighting and sound equipment during productions.

Responsibilities include setting up equipment, coordinating staff, assisting with scheduling, and ensuring safe work practices.