High School Theatre and Stage Technician

Kamehameha Schools • Honolulu, HI

61d • $21 - $27 • Onsite

About The Position

Kamehameha Schools is looking for a Stage and Theatre Technician to support our Kapalama High School campus. This position is full-time Monday through Friday; some weekend work may be required. Job Summary Provide assistance to the technical director in managing the use of the Ke'elikolani Auditorium, a 725-seat fully-functioning theatre that serves the needs of the students and staff of the campus as well as the community at large.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Minimum 2 years of theater experience which includes set construction and sound and lighting system operation.
• Basic knowledge of carpentry, scenic construction, scenic painting techniques, sound systems, stage lighting and control systems, and electronics and basic wiring.
• Ability to: work evenings, weekends and holidays; complete assigned tasks independently; direct the work of others in accomplishing tasks within acceptable quality and time standards; deal with unexpected situations during productions quickly and effectively; work at various heights.
• Good interpersonal skills to communicate effectively with a variety of students, staff and outside users.
• Good working knowledge of safety procedures.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree in Theatre with specific emphasis in Technical Theatre.
• Previous work experience with students in an educational setting helpful.

Responsibilities

• Schedule, coordinate, organize and run auditorium functions; determine requirements for functions; coordinate security, custodial care and deliveries; set up an operate equipment as needed; trouble shoot problems; advise and provide friendly assistance to all facility users
• Monitor and facilitate technical maintenance of the Ke'elikolani Theatre/Auditorium to include: compliance with safety codes and guidelines; cleaning, repairing and servicing of lighting equipment, stage and rigging, sound equipment, power tools safety equipment, storage areas, house areas, upper and lower foyer, scene shop, elevator, machine rooms, etc.
• Organize, schedule, oversee and support the productions of the Drama program; facilitate scene construction, lighting, rigging, painting, electrical layout and wiring, sound engineering, etc.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees