Technical Operator

JOB OPENING

CITY OF FARMINGTON

JOB POSITION #65: Technical Operator

NUMBER OF VACANCIES:  2

DEPARTMENT:  PRCA

WORK LOCATION:  Sandstone Productions

HIRING RANGE: $9-$11.00 per hour

PAY CLASS:   Temporary                                       

DAYS WORKED:    Varied

HOURS WORKED: Varied

TYPE OF POSITION:  Temporary, Part-Time       

APPLICATIONS WILL BE RECEIVED UNTIL:  Wednesday, April 26, 2017

JOB DUTIES

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

Responsible for setting up and running sound and/or light equipment for 21 shows as part of an 7 week summer season.

Works under the supervision of the Technical Director and/or Production Stage Manager.

Sets up and operates sound and/or lighting equipment for assigned shows.

Programs sound and or light console for run of show.

Performs sound and/or light equipment check before each show.

Ensures that deck/show set-up is complete and exact.

Ensures that design integrity and performance quality are maintained through the run of the show.

Assists with the maintenance of audio equipment.

Hangs/rigs speakers in all venues.

Communicates in a clear, concise and timely manner with other team members, actors (including child actors).

Is on time for all set-ups, show call, meetings and work calls.

Maintains cleanliness and order in all technical areas.

Performs other duties as assigned by the Production Stage Manager or Technical Director.

Using excellent customer service skills, establishes and maintains effective working relationships with other employees, officials, and all members of the general public.

Supervision is not exercised in this position.

Responsible for working with Artistic Director to create sound and/or light cues and other necessary technical requirements to contribute to the overall success of the show.

Set up and tear down of equipment for events, including electrical, sound, audio and stage.

Cleaning and maintenance of Amphitheater Tech Booth and related facilities.

Picks up litter from around work area and building.

Is able to assist with operation of lighting equipment, including lighting dimmer system, spot lights and focus and gel of theatrical lighting instruments, for events at the Lions Wilderness Park Amphitheater and other related facilities.

Performs minor maintenance on equipment.

Participates in special events by assisting with sound needs.

Attendance at work is an essential function of this position.

NON-ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed.  The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.

QUALIFICATIONS

This position is subject to the City of Farmington's Drug and Alcohol Free Workplace Program.

This includes, pre-employment testing, post-accident testing, reasonable suspicion testing, return to duty testing, and follow-up testing.

A minimum of 1 year of professional experience with strong knowledge of sound in live theater. Three years experience is preferred.

Ability to work courteously with the public and with co-workers (including child actors).

Ability to learn to use basic cleaning materials.

Willingness and ability to understand and implement provided training.

Must be able to operate sound board used in productions associated with the Civic Center and Lions Wilderness Ampthitheater.

Must be able to operate power tools in accordance with safety regulations.

TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED:

Equipment including sound and light boards, vacuums, mops, brooms, dusting equipment, cash register, power tools, motor vehicle, golf cart and 2-way radio.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; and use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls and talk or hear.  The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

The employee may frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Employee must be able to hear

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts and frequently works in outside weather conditions.  The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions and lightning.

Works outside in all types of weather conditions.  Extensive walking, and occasional running, throughout the rugged terrain of the six acre complex will be required.

The noise level in the work environment is moderate to loud.

WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER, M/F/D/V.

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