Technical Theater Support

About the Employer

Job Summary

Under limited supervision, performs technical tasks to support the use of theatre equipment.

Technical Tasks

Conducts site visits to train users in proper operation of equipment, provides guidance on best practices when using equipment; maintains list of trained personnel. Performs equipment operation; Assists with the operation of and operates rigging, lighting, and sound consoles for productions; Assists with and/or constructs scenery. Troubleshoots technical problems in theatre systems; repairs and maintains fixed and moveable equipment in facilities.

Monitoring Equipment Operation

Monitors equipment operation ensuring compliance with safety and security rules. Maintains records of proper safety and security measures regarding the use and storage of equipment. Delivers supplies and materials to sites as needed. Coordinates volunteer crews for productions as needed.

Education and Experience

Requires a Bachelor's degree in Fine Arts with one to two years of previous experience as a stage technician and/or assisting a technical director; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Physical Requirements

Tasks require the ability to exert very moderate physical effort in light work, typically involving some combination of stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling, and which may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling objects and materials of moderate weight (12-20 pounds).

Performs Technical Tasks to Support the Use of Theatre Equipment

Conducts site visits to train users in proper operation of equipment. Provides guidance on best practices when using equipment; Maintains list of trained personnel. Performs equipment operation; Assists with the operation of and operates rigging, lighting, and sound consoles for productions; Assists with and/or constructs scenery. Troubleshoots technical problems in theatre systems; repairs and maintains fixed and moveable equipment in facilities.

Monitors Equipment Operation Ensuring Compliance with Safety and Security Rules

Monitors equipment operation ensuring compliance with safety and security rules. Maintains records of proper safety and security measures regarding the use and storage of equipment. Delivers supplies and materials to sites as needed. Coordinates volunteer crews for productions as needed.

Knowledge of Job

Has thorough knowledge of the methods, procedures, and policies of the Richland County School District One pertaining to the performance of duties of the Theatre Support Technician.

Skills and Abilities

Has the ability to plan, organize, and prioritize daily assignments and work activities. Is able to offer training and assistance to co-workers and employees of other departments as required. Is able to read and interpret complex materials pertaining to the responsibilities of the job. Is able to assemble and analyze information and make written reports and records in a concise, clear, and effective manner.

Quality of Work

Maintains high standards of accuracy in exercising duties and responsibilities. Exercises immediate remedial action to correct any quality deficiencies that occur in areas of responsibility.

Quantity of Work

Performs described essential functions and related assignments efficiently and effectively in order to produce quantity of work which consistently meets established standards and expectations.

Dependability

Assumes responsibility for completing assigned work. Completes assigned work within deadlines in accordance with directives, policy, standards, and prescribed procedures. Maintains accountability for assigned responsibilities in the technical, human, and conceptual areas.

Attendance

Attends and remains at work regularly and adheres to policies and procedures regarding absenteeism and tardiness. Provides adequate notice to higher management with respect to vacation time and leave requests.

Initiative and Enthusiasm

Maintains an enthusiastic, self-reliant, and self-starting approach to meet job responsibilities and accountabilities. Strives to anticipate work to be accomplished, and initiates proper and acceptable action for the completion of work with a minimum of supervision and instruction.

Judgment

Exercises analytical judgment in areas of responsibility. Identifies problems or situations as they occur and specifies decision objectives. Identifies or assists in identifying alternative solutions to issues or situations. Implement decisions in accordance with prescribed and effective policies and procedures, and with a minimum of errors. Seeks expert or experienced advice where appropriate and researches issues, situations, and alternatives before exercising judgment.

Cooperation

Accepts supervisory instruction and direction and strives to meet the goals and objectives of same. Questions instruction and direction when clarification of results or consequences is justified, i.e., poor communications, variance with established policies or procedures, etc. Offers suggestions and recommendations to encourage and improve cooperation intra- and inter-departmentally.

Relationships with Others

Shares knowledge with managers, supervisors, and co-workers for mutual benefit. Contributes to maintaining high morale among all employees. Develops and maintains cooperative and courteous relationships inter- and intra-departmentally, and with external entities with whom the position interacts. Tactfully and effectively handles requests, suggestions, and complaints in order to establish and maintain goodwill. Emphasizes the importance of maintaining a positive image.

Coordination of Work

Plans and organizes daily work routine. Establishes priorities for the completion of work in accordance with sound time-management methodology. Avoids duplication of effort. Estimates expected time of completion of work elements and establishes a personal schedule accordingly. Attends required meetings, planning sessions, and discussions on time. Implement work activity in accordance with priorities and estimated schedules.

Safety and Housekeeping

Adheres to all safety and housekeeping standards established. Ensures that standards are not violated.