Theater Technician (Technical Theater, 0080873 & 0097545T)

University of Hawaii System•Pearl City, HI

47d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the general supervision of the Theatre Manager, responsible for organizing, implementing, and supervising all production elements (lighting, sound, set design, construction, etc.) for Leeward Theatre events. Ensures safe working practices, supports Theatre Management in advancing tech information for theater spaces, and facilitates repair and maintenance of resources and equipment. Plans, directs, and supervises technical operations, including policy implementation and maintenance. Oversees production elements, determining technical supports needed, advising on specifications and costs, and assisting with lighting, set, props, and stage construction. Reads and interprets blueprints, completes scenic design elements within production schedules and budgets, and sets up, maintains, and operates sound, lighting, stage, and technical equipment. Ensures smooth operation of technical aspects for all productions, including rigging safety, and supervises stage areas and tech booth for safety, cleanliness, and readiness. Assists with the preparation of technical operation budgets, maintains inventory, and orders specialized supplies. Manages equipment purchases, leases, or borrowing within specified budgetary limits, making recommendations for capital purchases. Provides an annual technical inventory of equipment. Monitors equipment conditions, performs preventive maintenance, recommends/arranges repairs, replacements or refurbishment within budget constraints. Maintains knowledge of all equipment and oversees training. Develops and implements policies for a safe work environment. Assists in recruiting and managing student workers and volunteers. Attends required production/tech meetings, oversees load-in, and develops relationships with local designers, builders, and colleges with technical training programs. Stays abreast of new technology and software in technical theater. Work hours will include days, evenings, weekends, and holidays as required. Occasionally required to work at heights of up to 60 feet on the stage grid, performing tasks related to rigging, lighting, and other technical operations. Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Possession of a baccalaureate degree and 4 years of progressively responsible professional experience with responsibilities for theatrical event experience in set construction, set design, lighting design, sound engineering/design, rigging, technical direction, or production management; or any equivalent combination of education and/or professional work experience which provides the required education, knowledge, skills and abilities as indicated.
Considerable working knowledge of principles, practices, and techniques in the area of lighting, sound, or scenic design/building as demonstrated by the broad knowledge of the full range of pertinent standard and evolving concepts, principles and methodologies.
Considerable working knowledge and understanding of applicable federal and state laws, rules, regulations, and theories and systems associated with technical theater or event management.
Demonstrated ability to resolve wide ranging complex problems through the use of creative reasoning and logic to accurately determine the cause of the problems and the resolution of the problems in an effective, innovative and timely manner.
Demonstrated ability to interpret and present information and ideas clearly and accurately in writing, verbally and by preparation of reports and other materials.
Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external organizations, groups, team leaders and members, and individuals.
Demonstrated ability to operate a personal computer, apply word processing software.
Demonstrated ability to lead subordinates, manage work priorities and projects, and manage employee relations.
Ability to lift and carry materials weighing between 50 - 100 pounds on a daily basis.
Capable of enduring extended periods of standing, frequent bending or stooping, and climbing of steps and ladders.
Able to work on a stage grid at a height of 60 feet.
Able to work days, evenings, and weekends as required.

Nice To Haves

Possession of a Master's Degree in technical theater.
Experience with any of the following software: AutoCad, Vectorworks, LXFree, Wysiwyg, Capture, QLAB, etc.
Experience in preparing budgets, labor estimates, building calendars, or staffing schedules.
Strong project management skills demonstrating the ability to deliver complex and detailed productions.
Ability to read blueprints and lighting plots for theatrical designs.
Demonstrated experience with safety and use of Genie Lift or other lifts.

Responsibilities

Organizing, implementing, and supervising all production elements (lighting, sound, set design, construction, etc.) for Leeward Theatre events.
Ensuring safe working practices.
Supporting Theatre Management in advancing tech information for theater spaces.
Facilitating repair and maintenance of resources and equipment.
Planning, directing, and supervising technical operations, including policy implementation and maintenance.
Overseeing production elements, determining technical supports needed, advising on specifications and costs, and assisting with lighting, set, props, and stage construction.
Reading and interpreting blueprints.
Completing scenic design elements within production schedules and budgets.
Setting up, maintaining, and operating sound, lighting, stage, and technical equipment.
Ensuring smooth operation of technical aspects for all productions, including rigging safety.
Supervising stage areas and tech booth for safety, cleanliness, and readiness.
Assisting with the preparation of technical operation budgets.
Maintaining inventory and ordering specialized supplies.
Managing equipment purchases, leases, or borrowing within specified budgetary limits, making recommendations for capital purchases.
Providing an annual technical inventory of equipment.
Monitoring equipment conditions, performing preventive maintenance, recommending/arranging repairs, replacements or refurbishment within budget constraints.
Maintaining knowledge of all equipment and overseeing training.
Developing and implementing policies for a safe work environment.
Assisting in recruiting and managing student workers and volunteers.
Attending required production/tech meetings, overseeing load-in, and developing relationships with local designers, builders, and colleges with technical training programs.
Staying abreast of new technology and software in technical theater.
Working at heights of up to 60 feet on the stage grid, performing tasks related to rigging, lighting, and other technical operations.
Other duties as assigned.