Deck Electrican
About The Position
Tuacahn Amphitheatre is seeking a seasonal Deck Electrician for its outdoor Broadway Season productions. The role works with the lighting team to complete deck tracks and supports practical effects, maintenance, installations, and show operations. The position includes work calls and installations during technical rehearsals, with a flexible schedule particularly during tech weeks. The Deck Electrician follows instructions from Stage Management and the Lighting Crew Lead, and reports to the house electrician for maintenance and upkeep of practical effects. The role requires outdoor and overnight work in a desert climate, comfort with heights, and the ability to lift more than 40 pounds and stand or walk for extended periods. The position runs from April 12, 2027, through October 24, 2027, and pays $21.25 per hour. Limited housing is available for $50 per week. The position is represented by IATSE Local 720, but IATSE membership is not required to apply.
Requirements
- Ability to collaborate with the lighting team to complete assigned projects efficiently.
- Ability to maintain a professional work environment and report to the Lighting Crew Lead.
- Ability to work outdoors and overnight in a desert climate.
- Ability to listen, take instruction, and participate as part of a team to complete assigned tasks.
- Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Ability to work well in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
- Ability to lift more than 40 pounds.
- Ability to walk and stand for long periods.
- Comfort working at heights.
Nice To Haves
- FOH experience is a bonus.
- Experience with atmospherics, including fluid checks and minor troubleshooting, is a bonus.
Responsibilities
- Complete deck tracks for outdoor Broadway Season productions.
- Follow backstage instructions from Stage Management and the Lighting Crew Lead.
- Understand and execute provided run sheets.
- Assist with work calls and installations during technical rehearsals.
- Maintain a flexible schedule for work calls, especially during tech weeks.
- Report to the house electrician for maintenance and upkeep of practical effects.
- Complete small repairs independently and follow communication chains for larger repairs.
- Adhere to and promote OSHA standards and maintain a safe work environment.
- Perform additional assigned duties and responsibilities that contribute to the Production Department's success.
Benefits
- Limited housing is available for $50 per week.
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