Tuacahn Theatre Deck Electrician

Tuacahn Center for the Arts; Ivins (UT); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Limited housing

Job summary

Tuacahn Amphitheatre is seeking a seasonal Deck Electrician to join our Lighting team. The ideal candidate will have experience in a theatrical setting with strong knowledge of lighting systems, rigging, and special effects equipment.

Responsibilities include setting up, operating, and shutting down fixtures, troubleshooting issues, and assisting with channel and dimmer checks for pre and post show duties. The role requires collaboration, dependable work ethic, and a willingness to work with a

Qualifications

• Collaborate with the lighting team to complete projects.
• Maintain a professional environment under Lighting Crew Lead.
• Work outdoors in desert climate and overnight when needed.
• Listen, take instruction, and work as a team to achieve tasks.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent communication abilities.
• Perform under fast-paced, high-pressure conditions.
• Able to lift 40+ lbs and stand/walk for long periods.
• Comfortable working at heights.
• FOY experience is a bonus; atmospherics experience is a bonus.

Responsibilities

• Complete deck tracks for the outdoor Broadway Season productions.
• Follow backstage instructions from Stage Management and Lighting Crew Lead.
• Interpret and execute run sheets.
• Assist with work calls and installations during technical rehearsals.
• Maintain flexible schedule for tech weeks and calls.
• Report to house electrician for maintenance of practical effects.
• Perform small repairs and escalate larger issues as needed.
• Adhere to OSHA standards and maintain a safe environment.
• Contribute to Production Department success by handling additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Team collaboration

Professional demeanor

Outdoor work

Stand long hours

Desert climate readiness

Heights comfort

OSHA awareness

Job description

Position Summary

Tuacahn Amphitheatre is seeking a seasonal Deck Electrician to join our team. The ideal candidate will have experience working in a theatrical setting, with a strong knowledge of lighting systems, rigging, and special effects equipment. Responsibilities will include setting up, operating, and shutting down practical fixtures, as well as troubleshooting technical issues as needed. This position will also assist with channel and dimmer checks, as well as other pre and post show duties as assigned. We are looking for a collaborative, dependable professional eager to work with a team.

Position Title

Deck Electrician

Department

Lighting

Position Summary

Tuacahn Amphitheatre is seeking a seasonal Deck Electrician to join our team. The ideal candidate will have experience working in a theatrical setting, with a strong knowledge of lighting systems, rigging, and special effects equipment. Responsibilities will include setting up, operating, and shutting down practical fixtures, as well as troubleshooting technical issues as needed. This position will also assist with channel and dimmer checks, as well as other pre and post show duties as assigned. We are looking for a collaborative, dependable professional eager to work with a team.

Responsibilities

• Complete deck tracks for the outdoor Broadway Season productions
• Follow backstage instructions given by Stage Management and Lighting Crew Lead.
• Be able to understand and execute provided run sheets
• Assist with work calls and installations during technical rehearsals
• Maintain flexible schedule for work calls especially during tech weeks
• Report to house electrician for maintenance and upkeep of practical effects
• Complete small repairs independently and follow communication chains for larger repairs
• Adhere to and promote all Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standards and maintain a safe work environment
• Contribute to the overall success of the Production Department by performing any additional duties and responsibilities assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Ability to collaborate with the lighting team to efficiently complete assigned projects
• Ability to maintain a professional work environment that reports to the Lighting Crew Lead
• Ability to work outside and overnight in a desert climate overnight
• Ability to listen, take instruction, and to participate in a team to complete assigned tasks
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Excellent communication skills
• Works well in a fast paced and high pressure environment
• Ability to lift 40+ lbs
• Must be able to walk and stand for long periods of time
• Must be comfortable with heights
• FOY experience a bonus
• Experience with atmospherics a bonus (fluid checks, minor troubleshooting)

Position Contract Dates

4/12/27-10/24/27

Pay

$21.25 hr

2025 Shows Include

Hercules, Prince of Eygpt and Hairspray

Other Details

Limited housing is available at $50 per week.

This position is represented by IATSE Local 720, but you do not have to be an IATSE member to apply.

Salary: $21.25