Close/First Review Date: 01/29/2023

Campus Location: San Jose City College

Position Description:
POSITION SUMMARY

The Theater Technician reports to the Division Dean of Humanities, Social Sciences, and Arts at San Jose City College. The work schedule is 12 months per year; Monday - Friday; 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

This position is represented by the California School Employees Association (CSEA), Chapter 363.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

Incumbent in this class performs routine duties assigned to the position and work under close supervision. Incumbent may receive technical directions from the Theater and Dance faculty and works in collaboration with the faculty in the productions of annual performing arts events.

KEY DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Provide technical support and stagecraft for SJCC theater, musicals, and dance productions, including SJCC touring productions and community rental use of the theater.

2. Assist in the presentation of instructional programs in the theater and other assigned areas, either on or off campus.

3. Design, program, install and operate stage lighting and sound production elements in collaboration with faculty and students.

4. Set up equipment for theater events. Operate, test, maintain, and troubleshoot stage equipment, lighting and sound systems, digital projection equipment and rigging systems, etc.

5. Arrange and adjust rigging, curtains, backdrops, lighting and sound equipment for classes, theater functions, and theater or dance productions, etc.

6. Prepare and modify working plans, drawings and light plots for specific situations.

7. Attend production and design meetings, rehearsals, performances, and other events as assigned.

8. Coordinate performance bookings and changes in production calendar. Communicate production schedules with faculty and the campus facilities coordinator with emphasis on preserving instructional priorities.

9. Assist faculty with orientations to equipment and safety protocols for students; assist faculty with training of students in appropriate use of theater equipment and material handling.

10. Oversee and train student assistants and facility users the proper operation of theater equipment and devices for theater events; maintain assignment schedules and records.

11. Meet with potential facility users of the campus theater to discuss services needed including technical details of productions, policies and procedures.

12. Provide technical supervision of assigned facilities during rehearsals and performances, including audience control and handling emergencies as necessary.

13. Store, issue, receive, repair and maintain tools, supplies, materials and equipment; respond to instructor requests for instructional needs.

14. Maintain and secure an on-going inventory of equipment and supplies. Assist with ordering supplies as necessary to keep inventories at operational levels and meet project needs.

15. Perform minor repairs on stage-related equipment. Recommend and schedule major maintenance and repairs of equipment and facilities with consideration for production schedules.

16. Check the stage and production areas for safety hazards and maintain health and safety standards in these areas. Enforce safety and fire regulations at all times throughout the Theater building.

17. Obtain and maintain Material Safety Data Sheets. Ensure safe handling, storage and proper labeling of hazardous materials and hazardous waste that may include performing any departmental inspections as required by regulatory agencies.

18. Perform other related duties as required.

EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS

Knowledge of:

1. Principles and philosophy of stage productions and scenic design.

2. Modern techniques, methods and applications of stage lighting and sound systems required by a variety of theatrical and dance productions.

3. Methods and techniques of stage operations including rigging, projections, sound and lighting installation and programming.

4. Basic electrical and mechanical principles and their application to stage and auditorium equipment.

5. Occupational hazards, safety standards, practices, and related legal regulations.

6. Basic principles and practices of record keeping and archiving.

7. Basic principles of supervision and training.

8. Modern office operation and theater activity coordination.

Skills and Abilities to:

1. Install, program and operate a variety of lighting and sound systems and equipment.

2. Analyze needs of facility users including faculty and students.

3. Operate a scissor lift system.

4. Understand and follow oral and written instructions.

5. Construct and install theatrical set pieces and props.

6. Assist faculty, students and others with problems relating to technical production assignments.

7. Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.

8. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others in the course of work.

Required Qualifications:
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

1. Associates degree, supplemented by college-level course work in performing/theater arts or a related area.

2. Three years of experience in technical theater or related production area.

Desired Qualifications:
1. Bilingual abilities, desirable.

Districts Diversity Requirements

• Demonstrated sensitivity, knowledge and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, gender identity, sexual orientation, cultural, disability, and ethnic background of groups historically underrepresented, and groups who may have experienceddiscrimination.
  
• Success integrating diversity as appropriate into the major duties outlined in the job description and in the duties listed in the Districts hiring policy; or demonstrated equivalent transferable skills to do so.
  
  Salary Range:
  $68,541 - $83,645 Annual Salary (Range 90: Classified Salary Schedule Fiscal Year 2022-2023). Starting placement is generally at Step 1.
  
  Benefits:
  Excellent fringe benefit package includes a pension, medical, dental, vision, EAP (employee assistance plan) and life insurance for employee and eligible dependents, and income protection. Voluntary plans include supplemental life insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, 403b and 457 Deferred Compensation Accounts. Classified employees also receive vacation, 12 sick leave days and 19 paid holidays.
  
  To be considered for this position please visit our web site and apply on line at the following link: https://sjeccd.peopleadmin.com/
  
  About San Jose/Evergreen Community College District
  The District is represented by dedicated and talented employees who are passionate about providing our student population with the best educational experience possible. The District recognizes that cultural diversity in the academic environment promotes academic excellence; fosters cultural, racial and human understanding; provides positive roles models for all students, and creates an inclusive and supportive educational and work environment for its employees, students, and the community it serves.
  
  As of fall 2017, with enrollment of approximately 18,500 per semester, and an extremely diverse student population (Hispanic/Latino 44%, Black/African-American 4%, Asian/Pacific Islander 32%, American Indian/Native American 0.5%, White/Caucasian 11%) attaining educational goals reflecting 45% - AA Degree and Transfer to a 4-Year College/ University, the Districts emphasis on student success makes it a recognized educational leader in the State.
  
  The District encourages a diverse pool of applicants to serve as colleagues to an existing diverse group of managers, supervisors and confidential staff consisting of 29 % Hispanic/Latino, 13% Asian/Pacific Islander, 7% Black/African American, 23% White/Caucasian, and as well as encouraging applications from all qualified, outstanding applicants.
  
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