What are the responsibilities and job description for the Electrician/Spot Op position at Barrington Stage Company?
Electrician/Spot Op
Barrington Stage Company, an award-winning professional theatre company located in the heart of the Berkshires, is seeking two Electrician/Spot Operators to join our team in Pittsfield, MA. This position aids in ensuring high-quality lighting for every performance throughout the BSC 2025 season. This position requires an independent individual with knowledge of theatrical lighting systems who is able to work with a team to reach the artistic goals of the production.
Barrington Stage has a three-fold mission: to produce top-notch, compelling work; to develop new plays and musicals; and to engage our community with vibrant, inclusive educational outreach programs. BSC is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability or age. We strongly encourage candidates of color, and/or from diverse backgrounds/underrepresented groups to apply.
Responsibilities:
- Assist in providing all lighting support for productions and events throughout the BSC 2025 season, as directed by the Lighting Supervisor
- Assist with the hang, focus, and strike of lighting instruments
- Aid in the construction and wiring of specialty items such as light boxes, star drops and LED Tape projects
- Help maintain lighting instruments, lighting equipment and tools, projection equipment, video monitors, and cameras
- Keep the electrics shop as well as the lighting booth for the venue clean and organized throughout the season
- Assist in maintaining and updating lighting inventory throughout the season
- Operate Spotlights as assigned and perform show duties as necessary
- Complete pre-show checks and shut down procedures for lighting equipment before and after each performance, and complete quick repairs as needed
- Maintain up-to-date paperwork for each production including plot and show run sheets
Skills:
- Knowledge of theatrical lighting systems and equipment
- Working knowledge of the ETC family of lighting consoles helpful
- Experience maintaining and repairing conventional and moving lights
- Working knowledge of theatrical rigging, electricity, wiring
- Soldering experience preferred
- Ability to work as part of a team but also take on individual responsibilities
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and comfortable working at heights
This position reports to the Lighting Supervisor, Assistant Lighting Supervisor, and Head Electrician. It is a full-time, seasonal position
Contract A: 5/5/2025 through 9/7/2025
Contract B: 5/5/2025 through 8/3/2025
Pay is $821.15 per week, non-exempt, with overtime starting at 50 hours and housing available.
Salary : $821
