Stage Technician Specialist 2
About The Position
The Stage Technician Specialist 2 serves as the lead technical production specialist for Beasley Coliseum under the general direction of the Director. The role is responsible for designing, setting up, operating, and maintaining theatrical lighting systems while assisting with the coordination and execution of production activities for concerts, athletic events, commencements, trade shows, conferences, and other special events. The position provides on-site technical leadership, coordinates event production logistics, leads temporary event staff, and supports backstage operations to ensure events are executed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with client and production requirements. This is a full-time, permanent, 12-month position based in Pullman, Washington. It is overtime eligible and requires a flexible schedule as needed, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Requirements
- Two years of experience as a Stage Technician 1, or equivalent education or experience.
- Demonstrated experience working with lighting systems.
- Ability to complete required OSHA certifications and trainings for advanced rigging, including work at extreme heights and fixture security.
- Ability to complete required equipment trainings, such as forklift, scissor lift, and boom lift training.
- Demonstrated knowledge of safety and fire codes for large event spaces.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule as needed, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
- Ability to work at extreme heights.
Nice To Haves
- Experience preparing for major concerts and basketball games, including installation of portable stages and basketball floors.
- Demonstrated knowledge of CAD or similar design software.
- Demonstrated ability to communicate successfully.
- Ability to interact positively with clients.
- Ability to coordinate different events simultaneously.
Responsibilities
- Design, set up, operate, and maintain theatrical lighting systems.
- Assist with coordinating and executing production activities for concerts, athletic events, commencements, trade shows, conferences, and other special events.
- Provide on-site technical leadership.
- Coordinate event production logistics.
- Lead temporary event staff.
- Support backstage operations and help ensure events are executed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with client and production requirements.
Benefits
- Paid sick and vacation leave
- Paid holidays
- Medical, dental, life, and disability insurance for employees and dependents
- Retirement benefits
- Deferred compensation and optional supplemental retirement accounts
- Training and development
- Employee tuition waiver
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
