Production Technician Responsible for the coordination of production requirements and technical needs for school and community events. Informs and assists the customer in the proper use of district facilities and works closely with Event Staff. Provides security and ensures compliance of school district policies (i.e. safety, tobacco, and alcohol use). Operating knowledge of equipment in theater settings is preferred.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Coordinates production requirements and reviews them with the District Auditorium Technician and user group upon arrival. Power on, set-up and test all equipment prior to customer's arrival and diagnose technical problems with equipment. Set-up stage prior to performance or arrival of group, and assist production/event with load in, set-up, strike, and load-out of all equipment. Operate lighting and sound boards, spot lights, rigging systems and other required systems for duration of performance. Perform shut-down procedures for all theatrical systems and equipment. Report issues and/or problems with equipment or group to the District Auditorium Technician. Communicate and coordinate with Event Staff when front auditorium doors should be open to the public and other 'Patron Related' issues. Ensure the safe use of the auditorium by all users. Assist with evacuation of auditorium space in the event of an evacuation. Work with Event Staff to assure that all occupants are out of the building and a safe distance away. Assist in Front of the House (lobby) set. Perform other duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills, and Ability:
Operating knowledge of equipment generally found in auditoriums such as theatrical lighting, sound systems, rigging, and knowledge of productions.
Ability to travel to/from district and community sites in a timely manner; must have personal transportation.
Ability to communicate, interact and work effectively and cooperatively with all people including those from diverse ethnic and educational backgrounds.
Ability to recognize the importance of safety in the workplace, follow safety rules, practice safe work habits, utilize appropriate safety equipment and report unsafe conditions to the appropriate supervisor.
Operating knowledge of and experience with typical office equipment, such as telephones, copier, fax machine, computer, E-mail, etc.
Education and Training:
High school diploma or equivalent plus specialized advanced courses in technical theatre production. Equivalent combination of education and experience acceptable. Experience 0-2 years' experience in sound operations and knowledge of theatrical lighting operations.
Certificates, Licenses, & Registrations:
A valid Colorado Driver's License preferred. Safety to Self and OthersIn order to safely perform this position, you must familiarize yourself with the safety rules of your job and participate in all safety training provided by your building. You must wear personal protective equipment whenever required, ask for assistance if the task requires more than one person and, if you're unsure how to perform a task safely, stop and ask your supervisor for instruction before continuing. All employees of the district are responsible for maintaining a safe and healthy workplace and ensuring that safety precautions and practices are followed. We expect you to immediately report any unsafe working conditions or safety problems to your supervisor. Until corrective action is taken, be sure that the area or condition is restricted and that cautionary devices, i.e., cones, temporary fencing, floor signs, etc. are in place so that others are not affected or injured.
Physical Demands:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
Work Environment:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee occasionally works in high spaces such as a catwalk and is at risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.
Equal Employment Opportunity:
Thompson School District shall not discriminate in its employment or hiring practices on the basis of race, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, marital status or disability. The Superintendent is committed to cultural diversity among district personnel as a means of enriching educational experience. The District shall identify, solicit, and consider applicants for employment from a broad spectrum of qualified individuals who will contribute to that effort.
