Stage Technician

Overview

Under the direction of the Technical Director, the Stage Technician is responsible for the overall operation of audio, stage lighting, rigging, carpentry, show running, facility maintenance and rental supervision for performances, special events, and concerts at the Moonlight Amphitheatre and Avo Playhouse.

Stage Technician $16.90 - 26.30/hr

• Assists incoming groups with the execution of theatrical lighting, including hanging, plugging, focusing and programming of intelligent and conventional lighting instruments.
• Assists with the assembly, operation, and tear down of audio and video equipment.
• Works in teams for the load in, assembly, and striking of sets, scenery décor, costume racks, shipping cases, and other materials.
• Assists in unloading scenic elements, props, costumes and other rental items from trucks and organizes for installation. At strike, organizes elements and reloads.
• Assists in pre-rig of elements (drops and flying scenery) in preparation for production.
• Assists in the assembly and construction of scenic elements.
• Paints stage and scenic elements.
• Rigs drops and flying elements and maintains scenic elements and flying pieces.
• Assists in organization and best utilization of theater equipment.
• Performs janitorial duties as needed and provides overall maintenance of the facility.
• Assists in supervising the facility during rentals.

Must have graduated from, or be currently enrolled in, an educational institution, working toward obtaining a high school diploma, G.E.D., or equivalent and two (2) years of applicable theater experience. College level coursework in a related field is preferred.

Must have knowledge of audio and lighting techniques and equipment, and skill in their use; rigging and set construction techniques and hardware and skill in their use; safety rules and practices and skilled operational ability with tools needed for this discipline; ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with user groups, producers, directors and technical personnel. Ability to work in potentially adverse conditions;

heights up to 40’, loud noise, large crowds, darkness and confined spaces.

Daily lift, push, pull and carry objects weighing up to 60 pounds. Must be able to do work requiring physical strength, dexterity and endurance. Requires the mobility to stand, stoop, reach, and bend. Candidates must be able to work in potentially adverse conditions which may include heights, loud noise, large crowds, darkness and confined spaces. Must be able to work a flexible schedule including weekends, evenings, and holidays, dependent on season program needs.

Must be available from April until September, as scheduled, with no vacation leave. Persons hired must wear the standard required apparel as prescribed by the Recreation and Community Services Department.

Moonlight Stage Productions is a program of the City of Vista’s Recreation and Community Services Department - Cultural Arts Division. All those hired will become temporary, part-time employees of the City of Vista.

All properly completed applications will be reviewed, and the most qualified candidates will be invited to continue in the selection process. A pre-employment drug test and live scan fingerprint (background check), paid by the city, will be required.