What are the responsibilities and job description for the Theater Department Student Assistant – Curtain Carrier Replacement Project position at St. Olaf College?
Job Title: Theater Department Student Assistant – Curtain Carrier Replacement Project
Classification: Student Employee (non-exempt)
Name and Address of Employer: St. Olaf College, 1520 St. Olaf Ave, Northfield, MN 55057
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Department Name: Theater
Unit Number (5 digits): 11733
Length of Position: See Employment Authorization
Contact Person/Supervisor: Megan Riley, Technical Director
Pay Rate (Check One) XStandard Hourly Rate Supervisory/Special Skills Hourly Rate
Transferable Skills:
- Communication
- Attention to detail
- Analytical skills
- Problem Solving
Assist the technical director as needed to replace carriers and pulleys on curtain tracks.
Work will include pulling ropes, removing/adding 20 lb weights to counterweight arbors, moving heavy, dusty theatrical curtains. May be climbing ladders. Work day will be 4-6 hours long.
Qualifications: (Education/Experience/Skills)
MUST BE COMFORTABLE WORKING WITH HEAVY WEIGHTS ON A HIGH BALCONY. Balcony is only accessible by stairs.
Must be on campus or able to get to campus for work between May 21, 2025 and May 31, 2025. Project may end early if the work goes quickly.
Theatrical knowledge helpful but not necessary.
This job description is for general information purposes. It is not intended to list all duties and responsibilities of the position. This job description is subject to change at any time by St. Olaf College, with or without prior notice.
