Stage Technician
Frederick, MD 
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Job Summary

At the City of Frederick, we value diversity and the respect, engagement and productivity an inclusive environment produces. We seek to consistently improve internal and external customer satisfaction, innovate and expand capability of services, and be a government that practices equality, equity, and fairness. We seek to intentionally build an even more highly skilled, diverse workforce and sustain an inclusive and respectful culture. We invite you to bring your skills, abilities, and knowledge to The City of Frederick and be a valued addition to a workforce that we know is our greatest asset.
Frederick is a progressive, richly diverse, and authentically charming city. Recognized as one of the best places to live in Maryland, Frederick is surrounded by mountain views and centrally located about 45 miles north of Washington D.C. and 45 miles west of Baltimore, MD.

JOB SUMMARY:
This is a part-time position reporting to the Technical Manager. This position is primarily responsible in assisting all aspects of technical theatre for the Weinberg Center including but not limited to stage lighting, audio, and rigging. Responsibilities include acting as technical consultant for users of the Center; inspection, repair, replacement, and inventory of all technical production equipment; assisting with load-in, set-up, and load-out of all performances. Additional duties include minor facility maintenance; inventory and refurbishment of technical supplies; and attending select rehearsals, performances, and functions of the Center. Experience in sound engineering especially needed.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Assist with operation and maintenance of all stage lighting, audio and rigging systems
  • Assist with load-in and set-up of all performances
  • Act as technical consultant for users of the Center
  • Attend select rehearsals and performances
  • Assist with physical plant maintenance and repair
  • Other duties as assigned
Required Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:
  • Minimum five (5) years progressive experience
  • Ability to work independently and under pressure
Other Desirables

SKILLS (Communication/Language; Mathematical; Computer; etc.)
  • Sound Engineering skills a bonus
  • Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously
  • Excellent leadership, organization, and communication skills - written, oral and interpersonal
  • Ability to adapt to change
  • Ability to work closely with general public

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
  • The incumbent in this position must be able to work varying hours as needed to accommodate production schedule which will include evenings and weekends.
  • Local travel is required
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the incumbent is regularly required to move about the stage area to set up and tear down stage equipment. The incumbent is regularly required to climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The incumbent is required to communicate effectively using the English language and to distinguish audible communication. The incumbent frequently is required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. . The incumbent must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 75 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus. The incumbent must be able to maintain productive work level for long periods of time.

WORK ENVIRONMENT/CONDITION: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The physical environment requires the incumbent to work regularly in high, precarious places which may include, confined spaces and open work environment (no walls or doors). The environment may regularly include dust and/or airborne particles and be void of natural lighting. While performing the duties of the job, the incumbent is regularly exposed to risk of electrical shock.

Equal Opportunity Employer

 

Job Summary
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Part Time
Salary and Benefits
$17.00 - $25.00 Hourly
Required Experience
5 years
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