Theatre Load Technician - #193481

Job Description

Working with the Town of Newmarket’s Recreation and Culture Team, means the opportunity to make a difference and connect with your community! Working in Recreation means being apart of something special, gaining valuable work experience and learning new skills. We are looking for dedicated individuals who enjoy working with others with a passion to deliver high quality programs, events and services. One thing is for certain, you will love the experience and our participants will too!

The Successful Candidate Will

• Perform load-ins and load-outs as necessary, including setting up technical equipment from the theatre and rented equipment; assists with providing technical support to theatre users.
• Respond to enquiries/questions/concerns/complaints from user groups and directs them to Assistant Theatre Technician or Theatre Technical Coordinator if necessary.
• Responsible for setting up the lobby for events (including tables and chairs) to the floorplans provided and restoring the lobby to its standard configuration at the end of the event.
• Perform other duties as assigned in accordance with departmental and corporate objectives.
  
  

Job Requirements

• Formal academic training in theatre technical direction and/or radio/TV production and/or Audio/Visual training or related experience an asset.
• Current holder of First Aid and CPR-C certification.
• Class “G” Driver’s License in good standing and reliable vehicle for corporate business.
• Working knowledge of health and safety guidelines as set out in the 2nd Edition of “Safety Guidelines for the Live Performance Industry in Ontario.”
• Strong interpersonal and time management skills.
• Ability to deal effectively and courteously with staff, the general public, user groups and volunteers.
• Ability to climb ladders and stairs, lift and carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds multiple times during the day.
• Ability to work in the heat and perform physically demanding tasks.
• Availability/flexibility to work evenings/weekends.
  
  

Please Note: Certifications are not required at time of application but must be obtained prior to job commencement. The Town of Newmarket may offer opportunities for certification