Theatre Technician Specialist (F. Scott Fitzgerald Theatre)

City of Rockville; Rockville (MD); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

The City of Rockville is looking for part-time Theatre Technician Specialists to support events at the F. Scott Fitzgerald Theatre. Ideal candidates will have a background in technical theatre and be comfortable working flexible hours, including evenings and weekends in a team-oriented environment.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience in lighting design, audio mixing, carpentry.
• Knowledge of theatre lighting and sound equipment, including setup and troubleshooting.
• Must have a valid driver's license and CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support for a variety of events at the theatre.
• Coordinate technical requests from user groups and conduct safety inspections.
• Assist with maintenance of equipment and facility cleaning.

Skills

Technical support

Customer service

Communication skills

Education

High school graduation or equivalent

Courses in theatrical production

Tools

Theatre lighting equipment

Sound equipment

Microsoft Office

Google Suite

Job description

Theatre Technician Specialist (F. Scott Fitzgerald Theatre)

Theatre Technician Specialist (F. Scott Fitzgerald Theatre)

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Job Summary

The City of Rockville, Maryland (City) is seeking friendly, dependable individuals to work part-time, unbenefited as a Theatre Technician Specialist. This position involves supporting the day-to-day operations of the F. Scott Fitzgerald Theatre & Social Hall, as well as off-site City venues and properties as needed. Theatre Technician Specialists provide essential technical support and assistance for a variety of events, including rehearsals, performances, and other activities, along with coordinating and implementing technical requests from user groups. Applicants must be comfortable working different types of events and with diverse groups of people. This year-round position offers flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and some holidays.

Job Summary

The City of Rockville, Maryland (City) is seeking friendly, dependable individuals to work part-time, unbenefited as a Theatre Technician Specialist. This position involves supporting the day-to-day operations of the F. Scott Fitzgerald Theatre & Social Hall, as well as off-site City venues and properties as needed. Theatre Technician Specialists provide essential technical support and assistance for a variety of events, including rehearsals, performances, and other activities, along with coordinating and implementing technical requests from user groups. Applicants must be comfortable working different types of events and with diverse groups of people. This year-round position offers flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and some holidays.

Essential Job Functions

• Fulfill theatrical technical needs for the City, including (but not limited to) stage lighting, audio, and projections support for events.
• Coordinate and implement user group’s technical requests.
• Conduct all work using City, Civic Center Complex, and F. Scott Fitzgerald Theatre policies and procedures, implementing safety requirements as well as entertainment industry best practices.
• Troubleshoot issues with equipment, lights, sound, etc.
• Complete and distribute written Tech Reports for rehearsals, performances, and events.
• Drive the Civic Center’s box truck within Civic Center grounds to transport scenery for certain user groups (training is provided).
• Act as technical supervisor for user groups in the absence of full-time staff.
• Explain policies and procedures for use of the facility to diverse individuals and groups.
• Respond to emergency situations by determining and implementing appropriate procedures.
• Complete and distribute Incident Reports when necessary.
• Inspect facility before, during, and after functions for cleanliness and safety.
• Assist with regular maintenance of equipment.
• Assist with general facility cleaning and housekeeping tasks.
• Restock various venue areas, including restrooms and kitchens.
• Perform other duties as required.
  
  

Qualifications

• Any combination of training and experience substantially equivalent to graduation from high school supplemented by courses in theatrical production.
• 1-3 years of experience in the professional field, including lighting design, audio mixing, carpentry, and run crew.
  
  

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Must be willing to work flexible work hours, including evenings, weekends, and some holidays, sometimes on short notice.
• Must work a minimum of two (2) shifts per month when asked, as well as mandatory meetings or events (usually 1-2 per year).
• Must have working knowledge of theatre lighting and sound equipment, including setup, operation, and troubleshooting.
• Stage management experience preferred.
• Ability to work independently and without direct supervision.
• Ability to work well and collaborate as a part of a team.
• Ability to train and supervise volunteers, clients, and other employees.
• Punctual, dependable, and consistent in work output.
• Excellent customer service, communication skills (written and verbal), and administrative skills.
• Proactive approach to risk management and facility and guest safety.
• Ability to deal patiently and politely with facility and client problems and complaints.
• Ability to resolve conflicts in a professional manner.
• Ability to work beyond scheduled work shift end time if an event runs past contracted time.
• Have a personal e-mail address and cell phone.
• Own or have consistent access to a vehicle to get to multiple work locations.
• Knowledge of Google Suite (Gmail, Drive, Docs, Sheets, etc.).
• Show attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Dress code can vary between casual to business to formal depending on the event.
  
  

Requirements

• Recreation and Parks requires all facility staff to get and maintain a valid CPR, AED, and first aid certification (certification is provided through the City).
• Possess a valid driver’s license.
• All employees and volunteers who drive a City owned/leased vehicle or private vehicle on official City business must complete the Maryland Vehicle Administration MVA flagging form and be cleared. Employees and volunteers who possess a driver’s license that is not issued by the State of Maryland must submit with the form with an original printout of their driving record. The information on the form will be used by the Department of Human Resources in accordance with the City’s Driver’s License Check and Flagging Program.
  
  

No Benefits

01

Have you worked for the City of Rockville, Maryland?

• Yes
• No
  
  

02

Are you okay being in City of Rockville facilities alone and handling the arming and disarming of facility security systems with training?

• Yes
• No
  
  

03

Do you have a valid driver’s license?

• Yes
• No
  
  

04

Have you received CPR, AED, and first aid certification within the last two years? (City of Rockville will provide training and certification if not)

• Yes
• No
  
  

05

How many years of experience do you have in technical theatre?

• No Experience
• Less than 1 year
• 1 years to 2 years
• 3 years to 4 years
• More than 4 years
  
  

06

Indicate your level of expertise in Microsoft Office Suite/Microsoft 365 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook).

• None
• Advanced beginner
• Competent
• Proficient
• Expert
  
  

07

Are you able to comfortably lift, push, or maneuver up to 50lbs?

• Yes
• No
  
  

08

Are you comfortable working at heights or on ladders?

• Yes
• No
  
  

09

Will you work a minimum of two (2) shifts per month when asked?

• Yes
• No
  
  

10

Will you work the mandatory events and meetings when asked?

• Yes
• No
  
  

11

What is your level of expertise in using lighting consoles (e.g., ETC Ion XE)?

• Novice
• Advanced beginner
• Competent
• Proficient
• Expert
  
  

12

What is your level of expertise in using digital sound consoles (e.g., Yamaha CL5 or Behringer X32)?

• Novice
• Advanced beginner
• Competent
• Proficient
• Expert
  
  

13

The schedule of work shifts will be different every month, and hours are based on the needs and event/program schedule at the F. Scott Fitzgerald Theatre and for the City of Rockville. Work may be scheduled in the morning, evening, night, weekend, and some major holidays. Shift durations may be between 3 hours to over 12 hours. Can you handle a varying work schedule and work some major holidays?

• Yes
• No
  
  

14

Recreation and Parks requires all facility staff to get and maintain a valid and verified CPR, AED, and first aid certification. Certification is provided through the City of Rockville. Will you comply with this requirement?

• Yes
• No
  
  

15

All employees and volunteers who drive a City of Rockville owned or leased vehicle or private vehicle on official City of Rockville business must complete the MVA vehicle flagging process. City of Rockville submits your driver’s license information to the MVA to learn if you have flags on your driving record. Employees and volunteers who possess a driver’s license that is not issued by the State of Maryland must submit driver’s license information an original printout of their driving record. Will you comply with this requirement?

• Yes
• No
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