Theater Technician #16

Daytona State College • News-Journal Center, FL

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About The Position

The Theater Technician provides technical support for Daytona State College productions, News-Journal Center events, and rental activities. The technician works in a specialized production area—such as theatrical carpentry, stage management, costumes/wardrobe, or props—based on departmental needs and individual qualifications. The role assists with preparing, operating, maintaining, and striking production elements and related equipment, and supports event load-ins, load-outs, rehearsals, performances, and special events. The position also includes maintaining workspaces, tools, equipment, materials, and inventory; keeping production documentation; communicating with students, faculty, staff, clients, artists, and vendors; and training and supervising student employees as assigned. The position may be subject to a criminal background screening. Expected start date: January 4, 2027.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• One year of related work experience in an entertainment or theater production environment.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends, based on production and event needs.
• Demonstrated proficiency in at least one of the following areas: theatrical carpentry, stage management, costuming/wardrobe, or props management and fabrication.
• Working knowledge of theatrical production and live event operations.
• Ability to work independently and effectively manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced production environment.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Basic computer proficiency and ability to maintain production-related records and documentation.
• Ability to safely use tools, equipment, and materials related to the assigned specialty area.
• Knowledge of general stage safety.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform physical activities including standing, walking, bending, kneeling, climbing, and working at heights as required.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support for Daytona State College productions, News-Journal Center events, and rental activities.
• Perform duties in a specialized production area, including theatrical carpentry, stage management, costumes/wardrobe, or props, based on departmental needs and individual qualifications.
• Assist with the preparation, operation, maintenance, and strike of production elements and related equipment.
• Maintain assigned workspaces, tools, equipment, materials, and inventory to support production and event requirements.
• Assist with event load-ins, load-outs, rehearsals, performances, and special events.
• Prepare and maintain production documentation as required, including construction drawings, inventory records, run sheets, or tracking documents.
• Communicate effectively and professionally with students, faculty, staff, clients, artists, and vendors.
• Train and supervise student employees as assigned and promote adherence to established safety procedures.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED