Event Technician

Event Technician Reading Public Schools Facilities - Reading, Massachusetts This job is also posted in Reading Public Schools Job Details

Job ID:

5684477

Application Deadline:

Posted until filled

Posted:

Yesterday

Starting Date:

Immediately Job Description The Reading Public Schools is seeking applicants for Event Technicians.

Salary:

$18.50 per hour

Overview:

Event Technicians will be responsible for the proper set-up, execution and break down of theatrical lighting, audio, A/V and communication systems for the Reading Public School's rental program.

Desired Experience:

Comfortable working with rental groups including: dance studios, karate studios, public meetings, guest speakers, choral groups, band organizations, town/school committees, house of worship, and theatre companies. Experience with troubleshooting, creating, recording and editing theatrical lighting cues within an ETC Element Lighting Console or similar console Experience with manual fader (A/B) lighting consoles Comfortable with hanging, focusing and circuiting single lighting fixtures for use with gobos or used as lighting specials for events Experience using Behringer, Soundcraft or similar sound consoles Ability to work with and troubleshoot sound systems including patching and mixing Experience with wireless microphones, wired microphones, floor microphones and lavalier microphones Set-up and operation of Telex/Clear-Com wired and wireless communication systems Ability to set-up, troubleshoot and operate simple A/V components Experience in Stage Management or similar role multi-tasking with lighting/sound cues Basic knowledge of theatrical spaces including curtain operation Varied hours & schedule; will require night and weekend hours One year of experience preferred.

Physical:

Must be able to lift up to 50lbs.

Job may require:

standing, sitting, climbing ladders, working with heights.

Position Type:

Full-Time

Salary:

$18.50 to $18.50 Per Hour Equal Opportunity Employer Reading Public Schools is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally, we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose such discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation. It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. Job Requirements Citizenship, residency or work visa required