Theatre Technician

City Of Hermosa Beach; Hermosa Beach (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 44,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Sick Leave

Pension

Commuter Benefit

Free Parking

Job summary

The City of Hermosa Beach is seeking a Theatre Light Technician for the Parks & Recreation Department. This part-time role supports the Community Theatre and 2nd Story Theatre by planning and supervising technical lighting operations and ensuring safe, high-quality productions.

Responsibilities include patching fixtures, adjusting light cues, and coordinating equipment maintenance and safety inspections with the Lead Theatre Technician. A valid CA driver's license and HS diploma are required.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of lighting fixtures including LED, moving, and non-moving fixtures.
• Safe handling and maintenance of lighting equipment; electrical safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and monitor technical operations of the Hermosa Beach Community Theatre and 2nd Story Theatre.
• Assist with exclusive use of city-owned theatre equipment and related tasks.
• Patch light consoles, address fixtures, interpret light plots, and design light cues.
• Monitor lighting equipment condition and coordinate repairs within budget.

Skills

Lighting fixtures

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

INTRODUCTION

The Theatre Light Technician is a part-time position in the Parks & Recreation Department.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

Assist with planning, organizing, and monitoring the technical operations of the Hermosa Beach Community Theatre and 2nd Story Theatre. Perform and oversee exclusive use of city-owned theatre equipment; and perform related work as required or assigned.

Knowledge Of

• All lighting fixtures including LED, moving, and non-moving fixtures.
• Light plots and fixture placement (magic) sheets.
• Maintenance and repair of various light instruments.
• Soldering and electrical rewiring following safety protocol.
• Personal computers and computer software programs used by the City.

Ability To

• Meet with customers to determine lighting-related technical and artistic requirements for events or performances.
• Safe routing and discreet placement of various electrical cables.
• Patch light consoles, address lighting fixtures, interpret light plots, set light cues, and make artistic and technical designs.
• Monitor the condition of the lighting equipment; notify the Lead Theatre Technician of need to repair and replacement equipment within budget limitations and aid in securing and setting up such equipment.
• Conduct periodic safety inspections of lighting equipment.
• Collaborate and assist the Lead Theatre Technician with response to renters on technical operations and take appropriate action to resolve problems.
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Exercise tact and deal effectively with representatives from other City departments, Commissions, Foundations, and the public.

Experience

Any combination of training, education, and experience that would have provided the required knowledge and skills is qualifying such as a minimum of one year of progressively responsible experience in the light operations of a performing arts facility, supplemented by technical course(s) in light operations.

Applicants must be at least 18 years or older, must be a High School Graduate, and must possess and maintain a valid Driver’s License.

The City of Hermosa Beach is committed to building a diverse, equitable and inclusive work environment. We provide an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all City staff members and applicants without regard to status as protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Paid Sick Leave (40 hours per year)

Pension (Public Agency Retirement Services)

Commuter Benefit or Free Parking

This position is not entitled to vacation leave or health benefit options.

01 Do you currently possess a valid California Driver's License?

• Yes
• No
• I have a valid driver's license in another state

02 Are you at least 18 years of age?

• Yes
• No

03 Do you possess a high school diploma or GED?

• Yes
• No
• Required Question