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Center for Performing and Fine Arts - Theatre Technician

Job Details

Center for Performing and Fine Arts - West Chester, PA
Part Time
$32.00 - $32.00 Hourly
Day
Education

Description

Pennsylvania Leadership Charter School is a state-wide, public (tuition-free) K-12 online charter school with a substantial number of students. Our teachers are part of an educational team whose innovative approach to education is providing a dynamic learning experience for students across the state of Pennsylvania through cyber education. All teachers report to work throughout our various locations in Pennsylvania.

Click here for additional information about our school.

 

Job Purpose:

The Theatre Technician supports all technical aspects of CPFA’s theatre productions and events. This hands-on role includes managing lighting, sound, rigging, set construction, and backstage operations. In addition to overseeing technical execution, the technician mentors students involved in technical theatre, guiding them through safe and effective participation in production activities.

 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Manage and implement all technical elements for productions, including lighting, audio, rigging, and scenic construction.
  • Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot theatrical systems and equipment.
  • Collaborate with directors, designers, and staff to realize technical and artistic goals.
  • Mentor student crew members during rehearsals, build days, and performances.
  • Enforce and model backstage safety protocols.
  • Maintain organized technical workspaces, equipment inventories, and storage systems.
  • Provide on-site technical support for rehearsals, performances, and special events, including evening and weekend hours as needed.

Qualifications

Education, Certification (if applicable), Experience, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

  • Relevant professional or academic experience in technical theatre
  • Proficiency in lighting, sound, carpentry, and backstage production operations
  • Experience mentoring or supervising students or volunteers in a production setting
  • Stagecraft techniques, including lighting, sound, rigging, and scenic construction
  • Use, care, and safety of theatrical tools, materials, and equipment.
  • Industry-standard safety procedures and backstage protocols
  • Production timelines and basic stage management processes
  • Operating lighting and sound systems (ETC, QLab, or comparable platforms)
  • Scenic carpentry, rigging, and basic scenic painting
  • Strong problem-solving and organizational skills
  • Diagnosing and resolving technical issues under time constraints
  • Working collaboratively with artists, students, and support staff
  • Mentor and guide students in technical production roles
  • Prioritize and manage multiple production tasks and deadlines.
  • Communicate clearly and professionally in a fast-paced environment.
  • Adapt to changing production needs and troubleshoot under pressure.
  • Safely lift and transport equipment and materials for strikes and load-ins
  • Maintain a positive, professional demeanor during extended work hours.

 

Physical/Mental/Environmental Demands:

  • Physical: Normal vision, speech, hearing, walking, sitting, standing, lifting, stooping, bending, grasping, keyboarding, and filing ability
  • Mental: Positive Attitude, analyzing, problem solving, decision making, and writing.
  • Environmental: Online, office, blended school environment
  • Travel: None
  • Hybrid Work Eligibility: No

 

All PA Leadership Charter School  applicants and employees will need to provide Pennsylvania Clearances: Act 34, 114, and 151 upon employment, as well as every five years from the date the previous clearance was obtained.  

To Apply:

Please apply at the link provided. Please note that we will only contact you in the event that we wish to schedule an interview. Review of applications will continue until the position is filled.

 

PA Leadership Charter School is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

 

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