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Theater Technician

Young World Physical Education, Jonesboro, GA, United States


Theater Technician
Clayton County Public Schools PERFORMING ARTS CENTER – Jonesboro, Georgia.

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Job Details

Job ID:

5670955

Application Deadline:

Jul 26, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Posted:

Apr 26, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date:

Immediately

Job Description
POSITION SUMMARY:

Performs a variety of responsible technical duties associated with the set‑up, operation and maintenance of the Professional Arts Center (PAC) theater's light, sound, and rigging equipment; provides technical advice and assistance regarding the use of this equipment; directs the work of technical, part‑time theater staff; performs related work as required. Acts as a liaison with internal and external contacts within the District. This position reports to the Director of the Performing Arts Center.

Key Responsibilities

Supervises all events scheduled for the Performing Arts Center.

Designs and produces sound system needs appropriate for events.

Designs and produces lighting needs appropriate for events.

Advises clients on use of the building.

Advises clients on staging of various events.

Advises supervisors regarding the purchase of appropriate lighting, audio, and rigging equipment.

Supervises students assigned to duties for given events.

Works with all stage equipment to assure good working order at all times.

Organizes all technical equipment for inventory on a regular basis.

Assists in the preventive maintenance plan for theater equipment.

Supervises load‑in or load‑out events.

Helps to organize and maintain inventory in the scene shop.

Responsible for technical direction of summer theater productions sponsored by the Performing Arts Center.

Performs all other duties as assigned and required.

Key Job Requirements

High school diploma or GED certificate required.

Associate’s degree in a related field preferred.

2–3 years successful experience in the technical theater arena.

Significant experience placing and operating lighting, sound, and rigging equipment for stage productions and maintaining and repairing said equipment.

Requires independent judgment and decision‑making to establish operation of the department.

Requires regular contact with internal personnel; verbal, written, and interpersonal skills required.

Requires regular contact with external personnel; verbal, written, and interpersonal skills required.

Applies, recommends, and implements technology knowledge concepts to improve the effectiveness of the department.

Normal theater setting.

May be required to work a flexible schedule, including late evenings and weekends.

NOTE:

This is a grade 19, 225‑day position that pays for experience up to a step 4.

Position Type & Salary
Position Type:

FULL TIME

Salary:

$36,460 to $39,532 Per Year

Contact Information

1058 Fifth Avenue

Jonesboro, Georgia 30236

Phone: (770) 473-2700

Email: ccpsapplicant@clayton.k12.ga.us

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