Technical Theater Technician

Salary

$22.02 – $28.10 Hourly

Location

Santa Monica and/or Malibu, CA

Job Type

PERMANENT, 12-MONTH

Department

DISTRICT-WIDE

Job Number

521325-22-01

Closing

8/18/2021 12:00 PM Pacific

BASIC FUNCTION AND QUALIFICATIONS

Classified Employee’s Salary Range: A-37

The purpose of this recruitment is to establish a one year eligibility list for current and future vacancies and immediate substitute opportunities.

BASIC FUNCTION:
Under general supervision, support theater operation rentals and school programs; provide on-site technical, house and facility support for stage productions and events.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:EDUCATION:
A high school diploma or recognized equivalent.

EXPERIENCE:
One (1) year of technical theater production experience, including the set-up and operation of sound and lighting equipment.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS/INFORMATION:
A valid California driver’s license and availability of private transportation or ability to provide transportation between District sites is required. Irregular work hours, including evenings and weekends, are required.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND OTHER CHARACTERISTICS

NOTE: The statements listed above are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees in this classification, and are not to be interpreted as an exhaustive list of responsibilities and qualifications required of personnel so classified. Reasonable accommodations will be made so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:
Oversee and provide on-site technical, house and facility support for all events in District theaters and amphitheaters including, but not limited to, Barnum Hall and the Memorial Greek Amphitheatre.

Provide professional guidance and assistance to school and rental groups to facilitate and enhance their use of the facilities.

Support the staging of theatrical lighting, sound, video and other equipment and/or assets, as required for individual performances.

Provide technical oversight, guidance and training to student theatrical crew members in basic theater practices, techniques and work standards.

Operate lights, sound and other equipment during rehearsals and production.

Acts as Site Representative during large special events and filming rentals at District facilities.

Maintain the technical theater equipment at all District sites, including regular maintenance, inventory, ordering and safety inspections.

Work closely with District administrative staff to maintain positive, cooperative working relationships in coordinating all uses of facilities and specifically synchronizing and managing campus related events and parking with users of the facilities and prospective filming.

Perform related duties as assigned.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:KNOWLEDGE:
Principles and methods, equipment and materials used to deliver event service requirements for a variety of events including concerts, theatrical productions and educational events.

Technical, operational and maintenance requirements for theater productions including lighting, sound, projections, rigging and scenery.

Stagecraft and stage operations, including rigging, sound, lighting, projections and set construction.

Basic electrical, electronics and mechanical principles as applied to stage equipment.

Laws and regulations governing public assembly and entertainment facilities including fire and safety laws, CAL OSHA regulations, ADA provisions, health codes and applicable local, state and federal regulations and laws.

CORE COMPETENCIES:
Professional & Technical Expertise – Applying technical subject matter to the job

Using Technology – Working with electronic hardware and software applications

Safety Focus – Showing vigilance and care in identifying and addressing health risks and safety hazards

General Physical Ability – Using strength, endurance, flexibility, balance, and coordination

Customer Focus – Attending to the needs and expectations of customers

Teamwork – Collaborating with others to achieve shared goals

SUPERVISION AND WORKING CONDITIONS

SUPERVISION:
General supervision is received from higher level management within Facility Use. No supervision is exercised.

WORKING CONDITIONS:ENVIRONMENT:
Work is performed both inside and outside in seasonal climate and weather conditions. Slippery surfaces, high elevations, cramped position, moving objects, oily conditions, dust, odors; high voltage, chemicals, noise and paint fumes may be encountered. Physical demands including standing, bending, stooping, crawling, lifting up to fifty (50) pounds climbing ladders and flights of stairs, walking and sitting.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Physical demands include climbing ladders and working from heights; standing for extended periods of time; heavy physical labor; visual and auditory acuity to maintain safety standards; dexterity of hands and fingers to safely and efficiently operate specialized tools and equipment; kneeling or crouching; bending at the waist; reaching overhead; above the shoulders and horizontally; hearing and speaking sufficient to exchange information.

HAZARDS:
Working on ladders or scaffolding at heights; working in a cramped or restrictive work area; working around and with machinery having moving parts; exposure to flying debris or nails.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR

JOB APPLICANTS

ACCOMODATION FOR DISABLED: If you have a disability that may require an accommodation in any of these selection procedures, please notify the Personnel Commission in writing and attach your request to the completed application packet.

PREFERENCE POINTS: Seniority credit, based on length of service, is added to the final passing score of permanent employees. Veteran’s credits are added for entry level examinations as follows: 5 points for non-disabled veterans; 10 points for disabled veterans. “Veteran” is defined as serving at least 30 days active duty during war or qualifying armed conflict. A DD-214 must be presented on or before date of the examination.

ELIGIBILITY LIST: Candidates who pass the examination will be placed in rank order on the eligibility list. Final selection will be made from the top three available ranks only. When a promotional and open eligibility list is established, the promotional list will be used first. Eligibility lists are usually established for one calendar year.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: All potential employees must provide evidence of their identity and authorization to work in the United States before they will be hired. State law requires employees to provide proof that they have had a recent negative tuberculosis test result. All new employees are fingerprinted and conviction records, if any, are checked.

SALARIES, MERIT INCREASES & ADVANCED STEP PLACEMENT: Salaries generally begin on the first step of the appropriate salary range. Permanent employees receive an increase after six months of continuous satisfactory service and equal raises based on merit at subsequent one year intervals for a total of five increases. Relevant experience and/or education in excess of entry requirements may permit employment at other than the first step. If employed at a higher step, salary increases are granted annually until reaching the end of the salary range.

BENEFITS: Permanent employees will receive paid holidays, sick leave, vacation and longevity benefits per bargaining unit contract or Personnel Commission Merit Rules. The District offers a comprehensive package of insurance benefits to full-time employees and their families, which includes major medical and dental. (Permanent employees who work less than full-time, but a minimum of four (4) hours will contribute an amount proportionate to the number of assigned hours for major medical and dental.) Employees belong to the Public Employees’ Retirement System to which the District makes contributions approximately equal to those deducted from the employee’s pay.

Assuring Equal Opportunities through the Merit System since 1938.

SANTA MONICA-MALIBU UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT

PERSONNEL COMMISSION

1651 SIXTEENTH STREET

SANTA MONICA, CALIFORNIA 90404

The Santa Monica-Malibu Unified School District does not discriminate based on actual or perceived sex, age, ancestry, color, ethnic group identification, gender, mental and/or physical disability, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, and a person’s association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics.

(Revised April 2008)