Theatre Technician I (part-time)

OPEN DATE:        September 18, 2024

CLOSING DATE:  4 pm Tuesday, October 1, 2024

DEPARTMENT:    Parks, Recreation & Culture

DIVISION:          Recreation

SECTION:            Theatre

REPORTS TO:      Theatre Technician II

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JOB SUMMARY:

Ensures basic sound and lighting requirements are provided for events and performances at Recreation Complex venues and attends to various production needs as required.

DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Operates sound systems, computerized lighting boards, dimmers, mixing consoles, and other audio-visual equipment for the theatre and other Recreation Complex venues
• Monitors technical equipment during events and adjusts or repairs as required
• Maintains equipment; checks and reports any items needing attention to Theatre Technician II
• Works with a variety of community groups and organizations as assigned
• Attends crew talks and required safety training; follows safe work procedures; reports hazards, injuries, and near misses
• Assists the Theatre Technician II in providing information and technical assistance to promoters and facility users
• Secures exits and entrances to the theatre
• Operates equipment such as personnel lift and small hand and power tools
• Performs light janitorial duties in the theatre such as mopping and sweeping
• Operates City vehicles (Class 5 or lesser)
• Maintain professional and technical requirements for the position
• Performs related duties as assigned

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School (Grade 12)
• Valid BC Class 5 Driver’s License
• Fall Protection Training
• Personnel Lift Training
• WHMIS Certificate
• AED Training
• Up-to-date knowledge of the City’s computerized systems, administrative systems, and office technology as required
• Ability to approach work and relationships in a culturally sensitive and inclusive manner

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE:

• 6 months previous theatre technical experience
• Or an equivalent combination of experience and education

PAY RATE:

This is a union position with the current 2023 pay rate of $26.94 per hour as outlined in the Canadian Union of Public Employees Local 798 Collective Agreement.

HOURS of WORK:

Varied hours including daytime, evening, and weekend shifts

HOW to APPLY:

If you are interested in this position:

1. Complete the questions in the application below. NOTE: CUPE members must use their correct seniority date. After completing the questions, click Next.
2. Attach a cover letter and a resume as separate PDF or Word documents. This is a mandatory requirement of the application process. 
3. Attach copies of degrees, diplomas, and certifications if applicable in one single PDF or Word document.
4. IMPORTANT: Each applicant must use an email address unique to them.

 We thank all applicants for their interest, however, we may choose to only acknowledge those applicants selected for interview.

The City of Powell River is an equal opportunity employer.

Applicants may be required to participate in formal testing and interviews and to provide documentation to demonstrate and support their qualifications.