Department Description Department Purpose
The position supports the strategic goals of the unit through serving as a senior stage technician and performing or leading technical support activities in carpentry, electrics, audio, video or stage management as assigned and by contributing to the Production Department overall, actions that are essential to the continued operation and success of the MC.
Job Summary
Under general supervision from the Production Manager, serve as a Senior Scene Technician at the Mondavi Center including Jackson Hall, Vanderhoef Studio Theatre and other event spaces on and off site. Responsibilities includes load in, set up, operation, and strike of lighting, video, and sound
equipment; rigging and fly rail operation, event and stage set-ups and strikes based on supplied diagrams, including but not limited to performances, banquets, conference events, and receptions.
Interact directly and professionally with local and traveling artists and clients to ensure their needs are met. Perform maintenance and repair of theatrical and event-based equipment. Maintain a positive working environment and high standards of safety, craftsmanship, and efficiency.
Position Information
Apply by Date
September 22nd 2023
Salary Range
$35.57/hr.
Appointment Type
Per Diem
Number of Positions
1
Percentage of Time
38%
Shift Hours
Manager will advise
Location
Davis, CA.
Union Representation
Yes – TX
Benefits Eligible
No
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
• Work on ladders, personnel lifts, catwalks, loading bridges, and theatrical grids up to 100′ above the stage floor.
• Detect visual and audio problems.
• Repeatedly lift and carry a minimum of 65 lbs. utilizing safe lifting and moving techniques.
• Work during events, performances, and rehearsals may require standing for long periods.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
- UC Davis is a smoke and tobacco free campus effective January 1, 2014. Smoking, the use of smokeless tobacco products, and the use of unregulated nicotine products (e-cigarettes) will be strictly prohibited on any UC Davis owned or leased property, indoors and outdoors, including parking lots and residential space.
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• Restricted vacation during peak periods.
• Work a flexible schedule and overtime including evenings, weekends and holidays in support of the Mondavi Center’s event schedule.
• Safely function in low-light and unlit stage environments.
• Work in high pressure situations with tight deadlines.
• Possess a valid California driver license required to retrieve and return event- and performance-related materials.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Possess a valid California driver license required to retrieve and return event- and performance-related materials.
- Experience in technical theatre or stage production including knowledge of technical theatre protocol, chain-of-command, and stage equipment and practices.
- Experience acting as one or more of the following: lead carpenter, flyman, rigger, lead electrician, light board operator, audio engineer, video technician, or stage or event manager for live performances and events (both rehearsed and unrehearsed) in a roadhouse situation.
- Experience reading and interpreting artist riders and stage drawings, including lineset schedules, light plots, blueprints, sketches, schematics, ground plans, and sections.
- Knowledge of and working experience with one or more of the following areas:
- Soft goods, counterweight systems, truss, theatrical motorized systems, and chain hoists and motors;
- Theatrical staging equipment such as portable risers and dance floors,
- Computerized lighting consoles, theatrical lighting fixtures, and theatrical dimming systems;
- Professional-grade video projectors and other video equipment;
- Theatrical sound systems and equipment, including digital and analog components and technology
- Knowledge of and skills with electricity to safely load circuits, identify overloads and short circuits, and diagnose and repair defective equipment.
- Interpersonal and communication skills to effectively and professionally communicate both orally and in writing; elicit the information needed to clarify inquiries and requests; resolve sensitive or difficult situations diplomatically; and to work effectively and cooperatively with constituents from diverse cultural backgrounds, perspectives, and levels of theatre production experience.
- Organizational skills to manage the multiple details and tasks associated with executing productions; and to assume general assignments and follow through to successful completion with a minimum of direction, including recognizing new tasks and projects that become necessary.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
• An active ETCP Rigger – Theatre Certification as offered by the Professional Lighting and Sound Association (PLASA). Active certification as a Fall Protection Competent Person through a course that meets ANSI Z359 requirements.
• Experience with diagnosing problems with and the care of electronic components.
• Knowledge of current state and federal OSHA standards applicable to professional theatre environments.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Background Check
This position is a critical position and subject to a background check. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of background investigation including criminal history and identity checks.
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