Master Technician, Audio & Electrics Job at Dartmouth College in Hanover

Dartmouth College, Hanover, NH, United States, 03755

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Position Information

Posting date 07/14/2025

Open Until Filled Yes

Position Number

Position Number 1129303

Position Title

Hiring Range Minimum

Hiring Range Minimum $28.52

Hiring Range Maximum

Hiring Range Maximum $28.52

Union Type

Union Type IATSE

SEIU Level

SEIU Level Not an SEIU Position

FLSA Status

FLSA Status Non-Exempt

Employment Category

Employment Category Regular Full Time

Scheduled Months per Year

Scheduled Months per Year 9

Scheduled Hours per Week

Scheduled Hours per Week 40

Schedule

Work requires irregular hours, including nights, weekends and overtime.

Location of Position

Hanover, NH
Hopkins Center

Remote Work Eligibility? Onsite only

Is this a term position?

Is this a term position? No

If yes, length of term in months.

If yes, length of term in months. N/A

Is this a grant funded position?

Is this a grant funded position? No

Position Purpose

Reporting to the Senior Production Manager, this position is classified as IATSE . This Master Technician position is primarily responsible for providing technical support to meet complex audio and lighting requirements through a master’s level of skill in all aspects of the trade. The Hopkins Center presents and produces live arts events of all genres as well as supports College events and functions. This position is a .75 FTE , nine-month position which is regularly scheduled to work at least forty (40) hours per week from September through May.

Description

Required Qualifications - Education and Yrs Exp

Required Qualifications - Education and Yrs Exp Associates or equivalent combination of education and experience

Required Qualifications - Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

Associate’s degree in Technical Theater or the equivalent.
Three years of experience in technical production of the performing arts.
Proficiency with ETC lighting console programming
Employment will be contingent upon possession of a valid U.S. driver’s license and continued qualification as an Approved Driver under the Dartmouth College Driver Safety and Motor Vehicle Policy.
Current technical knowledge of theatrical and concert lighting, carpentry, and video, including applicable software programs.
Ability to train and oversee student and Union personnel in lighting, carpentry, and video technologies.
Basic knowledge of concert and theatrical sound equipment.
Familiarity with procedures for safely transporting a variety of musical equipment.
Familiarity with computers and software including Microsoft Office, Google, and other cloud-based platforms.
Membership in IATSE required upon hiring.
Demonstrated knowledge of the techniques and the ability to work with others in a diplomatic, constructive, and collaborative manner
Commitment to working effectively as part of an equitable, anti-racist, anti-biased team, and work environment. Related training a plus.
Work requires physical activity including frequent bending, kneeling, climbing, standing, and working in cramped or awkward positions.
Work involves regular lifting, carrying, and holding objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
Role involves exposure to potential hazards as a result from working directly with electricity.
This position performs work at high altitudes on ladders, personnel lifts, or on rigging grids.
The work involves driving trucks up to 28’ in length (non- CDL ).
This position requires irregular hours, including nights, weekends.
Position requirements may also include wearing special or protective clothing, gloves, goggles or masks, and ear plugs.

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in technical theatre or equivalent
5 years of experience in technical production for live arts
Proficiency with Lightwright, Vectorworks, Adobe Creative Suite software
Proficiency with Wireless Workbench, Dante Virtual Soundcard, Logic software
Experience with computer networking of theatrical equipment in the live arts environment
Experience with online streaming and video production front-end and back-end software and services

Department Contact for Recruitment Inquiries

Department Contact Phone Number

Department Contact Phone Number 603-646-1417

Department Contact for Cover Letter and Title

Department Contact for Cover Letter and Title Jan Sillery, Director of Financial and Administrative Operations

Department Contact's Phone Number

Department Contact's Phone Number 603-646-1417

Equal Opportunity Employer

Dartmouth College is an equal opportunity employer under federal law. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected status. Applications are welcome from all.

Employment in this position is contingent upon consent to and successful completion of a pre-employment background check, which may include a criminal background check, reference checks, verification of work history, conduct review, and verification of any required academic credentials, licenses, and/or certifications, with results acceptable to Dartmouth College. A criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify an applicant from employment. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

Is driving a vehicle (e.g. Dartmouth vehicle or off road vehicle, rental car, personal car) an essential function of this job?

Is driving a vehicle (e.g. Dartmouth vehicle or off road vehicle, rental car, personal car) an essential function of this job? Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants

UNION POSITIONS ARE AVAILABLE TO SEIU UNION MEMBERS ONLY DURING THE FIRST WEEK OF POSTING . AFTER ONE WEEK OF POSTING , IF THE POSITION HAS NOT BEEN FILLED INTERNALLY , IT IS OPEN TO THE GENERAL PUBLIC AND OTHER MEMBERS OF THE DARTMOUTH COMMUNITY .

Dartmouth College has a Tobacco-Free Policy. Smoking and the use of tobacco-based products (including smokeless tobacco) are prohibited in all facilities, grounds, vehicles or other areas owned, operated or occupied by Dartmouth College with no exceptions. For details, please see our policy. https://policies.dartmouth.edu/policy/tobacco-free-policy

This position is responsible for the design, operation, oversight, and execution of sound system requirements for Hopkins Center rehearsals, performances, and events. This includes various types of sound equipment and tools such as analog and digital mixing consoles, front of house and onstage monitor speaker systems, various types of microphones, wireless frequency coordination, communication systems, multi-track recording systems, Mac and Windows based computers and associated audio software, internal and external dynamics (compressors, gates, limiters) and time based effects (reverb, delay) and equalizers. This role determines sound system layout and cabling, speaker selection, types, and locations of microphones to be used and creates input/output assignment documentation for front of house and monitors.

Percentage Of Time

Percentage Of Time 30

Description

Lighting Support
This position may design, execute, and participate in all aspects of lighting instrumentation related to lighting designs for events. This includes programming, operating, or overseeing the operation of lighting consoles for rehearsal, performances and events as well as hanging and focusing lighting equipment from heights via personnel lift, ladders, and catwalks. Understands lighting plots and paperwork. Be able to create lighting looks suited to lectures, dance, and theatrical productions.

Percentage Of Time

Percentage Of Time 30

Description

Video Support
Participates in installation and operation of video projectors, display equipment and cameras. Performs basic video editing tasks to prepare media for live presentation as well as assists in the set-up and operation of PowerPoint and other digital media presentations as components of live performances in addition to assisting in operation and production of virtual and live-streamed events.

Percentage Of Time

Percentage Of Time 20

Description

Carpentry/Repair/Maintenance and Miscellaneous Support
Participates in the installation and assembly of scenery, staging, and musical instrument setup. Includes operating and supporting others in the safe operation of counterweight fly systems and assigning appropriate loading of weights for flying scenery and electrics. Prepares and performs repair, maintenance, and documentation of audio equipment and assists with maintenance of lighting and stage equipment and developing/revising policies and protocols. Maintains inventory of audio supplies and advises on lighting and stage supplies; advises on needs to replace/purchase. Assists Management on annual inspection of technical systems and components.

This role is responsive to the needs of artist’s production representatives, directors, designers, etc. and may coordinate assigned activities backstage for the department’s needs during rehearsals and performances. Assists management in assuring the safe use of a variety of potentially dangerous stage equipment and in implementing procedures for safe and efficient audio set-ups, stage lighting, stage set-ups, rigging, and other technical production practices. Assists in loading and unloading of equipment to/from vehicles. Operates rental vehicles for transportation of artists and equipment to remote performance locations.

Percentage Of Time

Percentage Of Time 15

Description

Training/Coaching/Safety
Provides direction and oversight of student and Union work crews in all aspects of the production process including monitoring the progress of work with delegated departments to ensure that schedules and specifications are met, and supervisors are informed on the status of work. May provide instruction to visiting personnel and other production staff, as requested. Assists management in assuring the safe use of stage equipment and in implementing procedures for safe and efficient technical production practices. The Hop provides timely CPR training/certification for all full-time technicians.

Percentage Of Time

Percentage Of Time 5

-- Demonstrates a commitment to diversity, inclusion, and cultural awareness through actions, interactions, and communications with others.

-- Performs other duties as assigned

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Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

Resume
Cover Letter

Optional Documents

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