Scene Shop Technician

Pay Status and Classification: Non-exempt, Regular part-time

Supervisor: Chair of Theater and Dance Department

Position Purpose: Supports the optimal functioning, safety, training, and supervision of students in the daily tasks of the Scene Shop while assisting in production and technical aspects of the Theater and Dance Department.

Essential Responsibilities and Duties:

• Assist in creating and following work schedule as set by Production Manager and Technical Director to lead students in completing technical assignments
• Train student workers on shop tools and equipment, and manage their work hours ensuring the adherence to best safety practices
• Maintain a clean and orderly shop, including but not limited to keeping fire paths clear, removing all waste daily, keeping tools and equipment clean and stored safely when not in use, keeping all paints, adhesives, or other such materials safely stored and updated with all necessary MSDS information.
• Communicate with Technical Director about shop progress and needs regarding build schedule, technical drawings, information requests to Scenic or other designers, and specific build techniques for completing assigned work
• Follow build schedules, set priorities, and establish daily tasks for student workers in communication with the Technical Director
• Take responsibility and initiative on individual build assignments or projects in conversation with the Technical Director
• Perform routine checks and maintenance on shop tools and equipment, notifying the Technical Director of anything requiring attention for repair or replacement
• Use and maintain receipts and records in a timely manner and following all College policies for assigned college purchasing card and invoicing
• Drive the shop truck to transport students and materials to and from offsite storage or local materials pick up locations
• Support the department as needed in other duties that may be assigned in candidates area of expertise as time allows
  
  

Preferred qualifications:

• Knowledge and experience working with lighting, projection, or sound equipment, such as the ability to instruct students in following a lighting hang plot and hookup, experience with using QLab for sound and projection, or ability to train students on basic light and sound board operations.
• Knowledge or certification in one or more of the following areas: rigging, welding, carpentry, scenic painting, or props/special effects.
  
  

Application instruction:

• Applicants are highly encouraged to submit a visual PDF portfolio or link to a website of their scenic construction work and/or technical drawings showing their work in the areas of scenic, lighting, or sound engineering.
  
  

Compensation:

The hourly range for this position is $30.00 - $35.00 depending on experience. Except for roles with a set rate of pay, the wage/salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, and training. The stated hiring rate/range represents the College’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the rate/range of possible compensation at the time of posting.

Location: Schenectady, NY

We know some job seekers may not apply for career opportunities unless they meet every qualification in the position description including the preferred qualifications. We are most interested in hiring the best staff and faculty colleagues, and recognize that a successful candidate may come from a less traditional career path. We encourage you to apply, even if you don’t believe you meet every one of our preferred qualifications.

We offer exceptional benefits including:

• Generous Vacation, Sick, and Personal Time
• Winter Recess Break in Addition to Paid Holidays
• Healthcare, Dental, and Vision Insurance (Flexible Spending and Dependent Care Accounts)
• Free On-Campus Fitness Facility Access and Discounts for On-Campus Wellness Programs
• Employee Scholarships toward Certifications, Seminars, Training and Professional Development
• Pre and Post Tax participation in a 403(b) Retirement Plan
• Salary Continuation Program in the event of Disability
• Tuition Assistance Program for Employee, Spouse and/or Dependents
  
  

Background Checks: In accordance with our background check policy, finalists for hire will undergo a background check that includes education, employment, and criminal convictions.

E-Verify Participation: Union College participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify and your Right to Work (Derecho a Trabajar).