Master Technician, Audio & Electrics Job at Inside Higher Ed in Hanover

Position Details

Location: Hanover, NH — Hopkins Center

Position Title: Master Technician, Audio & Electrics

Employment Type: Regular Full Time (0.75 FTE, nine-month position; typically 40 hours/week from September through May)

Hiring Range: Minimum $28.52; Maximum $28.52

Union Type: IATSE

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Employment Category: Regular Full Time

Scheduled Months Per Year: 9

Scheduled Hours Per Week: 40

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

Open Until Filled: Yes

Position Number: 1129303

Remote Work Eligibility: Onsite only

Is this a term position?: No

If Yes, Length Of Term In Months: N/A

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.

Note: This is a .75 FTE, nine-month position regularly scheduled to work at least forty (40) hours per week from September through May.

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.

Background Check: 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.

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.

Quality and safety policies: Dartmouth College has a Tobacco-Free Policy. Smoking and the use of tobacco-based products are prohibited in all facilities, grounds, vehicles or other areas owned, operated or occupied by Dartmouth College.

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.
• Valid U.S. driver’s license and continued qualification as an Approved Driver under Dartmouth College policy.
• Current technical knowledge of theatrical and concert lighting, carpentry, and video, including software.
• 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 transporting musical equipment safely.
• Familiarity with computers and software including Microsoft Office, Google, and cloud-based platforms.
• Membership in IATSE required upon hiring.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a diplomatic and constructive manner.
• Commitment to working as part of an equitable, anti-racist, anti-biased team. Related training a plus.
• Physical requirements: bending, kneeling, climbing, standing, and working in cramped positions; lifting up to 50 pounds; exposure to electrical hazards.
• Work at heights on ladders, personnel lifts, or rigging grids.
• Driving trucks up to 28’ (non-CDL).
• Irregular hours, including nights and weekends.
• Wearing protective clothing/equipment as required.

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.
• Proficiency with Wireless Workbench, Dante Virtual Soundcard, Logic.
• Experience with computer networking of theatrical equipment in live arts.
• Experience with online streaming and video production front-end and back-end software and services.

Responsibilities (summary):

• Sound/Audio Support: design, operation, and oversight of sound system requirements for rehearsals, performances, and events; equipment including mixing consoles, speakers, microphones, wireless coordination, and related software.
• Lighting Support: design/execute/oversee lighting instrumentation, programming, operation of lighting consoles, and working at heights.
• Video Support: installation and operation of projectors, displays, cameras; basic video editing and presentation support.
• Carpentry/Repair/Maintenance: installation and setup of scenery and instruments; manage safety and maintenance; inventory and procurement support.
• Training/Coaching/Safety: oversight of student and Union crews; safety training as needed.

Experience by time allocation (percent of time):

• Sound/Audio Support — 30%
• Lighting Support — 30%
• Video Support — 20%
• Carpentry/Repair/Maintenance — 15%
• Training/Coaching/Safety — 5%

Department Contacts for Recruitment Inquiries: Jan Sillery (603-646-1417)

Space for Cover Letter And Title: Jan Sillery, Director of Financial and Administrative Operations (603-646-1417)

Equal Opportunity Employer: Dartmouth College is an equal opportunity employer under federal law. Applications are welcome from all.

Background Check: See above.

Is Driving a Vehicle An Essential Function Of This Job?: Yes

Quick Link: https://searchjobs.dartmouth.edu/postings/79888

Description: Sound/Audio Support and related responsibilities as described above for Hopkins Center live arts events, rehearsals, and performances. This includes equipment, software, and coordination necessary to meet complex audio and lighting requirements.