Theater Technician IHigh School - Orange, CA 92867 OverviewPosition Type: Part-time (less than 21 hrs/week) Temp Job Shift: Any Education Level: High School Travel Percentage: Negligible Category: EducationDescriptionPosition Summary: Reporting directly to the Technical Director, the Theater Technician I position is responsible for supplemental labor assisting to day upkeep of the Nechita Center as well as live production support of shows and Daily Gathering. This position is also responsible for assisting with any needed day-to-day chapel activities and small-scale events around campusReports to: Nechita Technical DirectorSupervises: NoneEssential Duties: Applies to all in-house performances, events, appraisals, and assessment activities as well as a small number of external engagements as requiredAssist with setting up performances/eventsSet up and operate lighting, sound, and multimedia equipment under supervisionProvide technical support for the school's daily gathering needsAssist during production weeks to ensure rehearsals run smoothlyAssist during annual fundraiser events to ensure rehearsals run smoothlyGeneral MaintenanceProvide maintenance support and assist with upkeep for all relevant technical equipment, machines, furniture, and fixturesEnsure all equipment is stored safely and is accessible to others when absentHealth & SafetyEnsure all health and safety requirements are met for the use of the performance spacesAssist in safety checks of all technical equipment, machines, furniture, fixtures, and fittingsAdditional Duties: All other duties as assignedQualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The qualifications and competencies listed below represent the knowledge, skills, abilities, and physical demands required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the positionEducation: High SchoolExperience: 1 year working in a theatrical environment, performing arts, electrician work, carpentry, stagecraft, or other live production workLicenses, Certificates, and Clearances: Cleared Background/Fingerprint checkValid CPR and First Aid certificationsCleared TB assessmentCompletion of Ministry Safe TrainingValid CA Driver's LicenseKey Competencies: Knowledge: Operations and proper techniques used in theater production; lighting, sound, and riggingIT including projector set-up, Powerpoint/Pro-Presenter, and specific theatre industry operating and design programsLighting systems, control apparatus, equipment, and maintenanceMust be able to hang and circuit a lighting rig from a provided lighting plotMust be able to set up and circuit a live band off of a provided audio plotDigital audio and audio-visual equipment and its use with all live, recorded, and play-back techniquesBasic Stage Carpentry and working experience in scenic design and constructionPrinciples and safe practices of theater stage riggingTheater pre-performance, performance, and post-performance activitiesSkills and Abilities: Work with enthusiasm when advising young people in technical theatre and productionMust be able to safely operate a scissor lift and single-man liftMust be able to have problem-solving skills and be able to work in high-pressure environmentsMeet deadlines and manage conflicting prioritiesConfidently and safely handle the heavy lifting of theatre equipmentMust be able to competently enforce safety procedures when supervising and/or assisting students and other techniciansWork flexible hours including evenings and some weekendsAdapt to various types of events and the technical requirements of each including but not limited to: musicals, plays, vocal concerts, instrumental concerts, conferences, dance concerts, meetings, banquetsUtilize standard office equipment including computers and related software applicationsEstablish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of workImplement health and safety requirements and risk assessmentsProven listening and interpersonal skillsProven verbal and written communication skillsExceptional attention to detailAbility to organize and prioritize workload and multi-taskAbility to demonstrate teamwork and have a positive attitudeAbility to drive vehicles for transportation of equipment; DMV check will be requiredPersonal Characteristics: Exhibits the highest level of Christian integrity - his/her life reflects Christ-like morals, behavior, attitude, and leadershipAbility to articulate their Christian faithAn active member of a Christian churchSupports the Mission and Statement of Faith for Orange Lutheran High SchoolPhysical Requirements: Walk, stand, or sit for prolonged periodsBending, stooping, kneeling, crawlingSee in the normal visual range with or without correction; vision sufficient to read computer screens and printed documents and operate the equipment and see in varied lighting conditionsPerform physically demanding technical dutiesConfidently and safely handle the heavy lifting of theatre equipment up to 100 lbs, climbing ladders, working at heightsHear in the normal audio range without correctionWork Environment: Office, theater, and stage environmentExposure to dust and electrical energyWork with machineryWork at heights on scaffolding, lifts, ladders, and gridsAbility to work in small spacesWork with and around equipment and machineryThe noise level is moderate to loudThis job description intends to provide a representative summary of the essential functions that will be required of positions given this title and should not be construed as a declaration of specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Employees will be assigned specific job-related duties through their hiring departments to address the needs of the school and changing business practices. Specific job-related duties assigned by hiring departments shall be consistent with the representative essential functions listed above and shall not be construed as expanding a particular position's role, scope, and FLSA status, or grade
