Specialist: Community Arts Light & Sound Technician Specialist

Job Title:

Specialist: Community Arts Light & Sound Technician Specialist

Salary Range:

$20.03 Hourly

Location:

Electric Theater - St. George, UT

Job Type:

Part‑Time

Job Number:

202600088

Department:

PARKS & COMMUNITY SERVICES

Job Description
Under the direction of the Technical Theater Coordinator (TTC), the Light & Sound Technician Specialist serves as the primary technical operations lead for the Electric Theater Center (ETC), supporting Community Arts Division events, rentals, and City‑related special events. This position carries expanded responsibility for day‑to‑day technical integrity of the facility, including preventive maintenance, equipment inventory oversight, and quality assurance for technical operations performed by other production staff.

In addition to theater‑based assignments, the Specialist responds to off‑site light & sound support needs during normal business hours and as otherwise scheduled.

Essential Functions

Primary Technical Leadership and Event Execution

Serve as lead technician for all events, productions, and rentals hosted at the ETC, providing hands‑on technical direction and execution.

Program and operate sound equipment, lighting equipment, stage rigging, and related technical systems in advance of and during performances, productions, and rentals.

Troubleshoot and resolve problems with production equipment before, during, and after events.

Facility Operations and Client Coordination

Assist the TTC with the coordination of rental clients, production companies, and performers to assess and fulfill technical and artistic requirements for events and productions.

Assure the facility is clean, stage‑ready, and properly configured for each event or production.

Communicate with performers, technical staff, and rental clients; render assistance within the scope of approved services.

Respond to complaints or questions regarding technical operations and take appropriate action to resolve problems.

Review end‑of‑shift reports submitted by other technicians; follow up on equipment concerns, maintenance items, and outstanding operational notes.

Equipment Management, Maintenance, and Policy Documentation

Execute and maintain the preventive maintenance schedule for all theater technical systems, including lighting, sound, rigging, and AV equipment, updating the schedule as directed.

Monitor the condition of equipment on an ongoing basis; identify needed repairs or replacements and notify supervisor in a timely manner.

Maintain accurate, up‑to‑date equipment inventory records, including tracking the status, condition, location, and lifecycle of all technical assets.

Coordinate equipment maintenance, cleaning, and storage procedures to maximize the useful life of city assets.

Maintain and update Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for theater technical systems, event setup configurations, and equipment operation, identifying gaps and updating SOPs as needed.

Maintain records related to event technical setup, equipment usage, maintenance logs, and inventory audits.

Assist in maintaining the division’s fleet schedule and provide care and cleaning as assigned and directed by the Fleet Services Department and the Technical Theater Coordinator.

Offsite and City Event Support

Provide technical support for City‑sponsored off‑site events during normal business hours, including ribbon cuttings, park openings, and civic ceremonies, as assigned.

Assist with production of the In the Park Series, St. George Art Festival, St. George Marathon, and other City events as needed and as scheduled.

Transport and set up portable sound and lighting equipment for offsite events; ensure safe handling and prompt return of equipment to inventory.

Support programs and exhibits at City facilities as needed.

General Duties and Professional Conduct

Utilize proper safety practices and procedures.

Represent the City to the public and respond to public requests and questions.

Attend staff meetings as requested.

Perform related duties as assigned.

Typical Physical/Mental Demands and Working Conditions
Conditions and temperatures may vary depending on the assignment. Physical activity: Exerts up to 80 lbs of force occasionally, and/or up to 40 lbs. of force frequently, and/or up to 20 lbs. of force constantly to move objects – motion involved with setting up/taking down of sound and lighting equipment and at times, chairs and tables. On occasion may lift weights up to 80 lbs. to approximately waist height. Risk of bodily injury is light under normal conditions. Intermittent exposure to stress as a result of human behavior.

Must be available to work weekends, evenings, holidays, and other schedules to help prepare for recreation offerings. This is a part‑time position with variable hours averaging less than 28 hours per week over a period of twelve months.

Qualifications

Education:

High school diploma or equivalent required. Associate’s degree or higher in Theater Technology, Audio Production, Lighting Design, or a closely related field preferred.

Experience:

Customer service experience required.

Five (5) years of closely related experience in the principles of sound engineering, sound board operation, principles of lighting design and programming, and theatrical lighting operations.

Demonstrated experience overseeing equipment inventory and maintenance tracking in a live event or performing arts environment is strongly preferred.

Experience reviewing operational reports and providing technical follow‑up preferred.

Licenses and/or Certifications:

Must possess a valid driver license. A valid Utah Driver License must be obtained within 60 days of hire and be maintained throughout employment.

Knowledge:

General knowledge of recreation and leisure activities.

All forms of performing arts.

Stage operations including lighting and sound design.

Methods, materials, equipment, practices, and procedures involved in theater technical operations.

Preventive maintenance methods and scheduling for technical theater equipment.

Inventory management practices in a performing arts or event production setting.

Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) development and documentation practices.

Hazards and safety principles involved in theater technical operations.

Skills:

Highly motivated.

Dependable.

Customer service oriented.

Computer literate.

Detail‑oriented, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and maintain accurate records.

Ability to:

Follow directions.

Perform physical labor.

Be flexible.

Work with a team.

Operate a motor vehicle safely.

Work independently and serve as a quality‑control resource for the work of other technicians.

Develop and maintain accurate SOPs, maintenance logs, and equipment inventory records.

Benefits for Part‑time Employees
Recreation Benefit:

Free access to all 4 city golf courses (Dixie Red Hills, Southgate, St. George Golf Club, and Sunbrook), swimming pools (City Pool and Sand Hollow Aquatic Center) and recreation center is available to all part‑time employees. Golf course privileges are based on availability. Employees can book a tee‑time within 24 hours or the same day, but may be turned away if there are no available tee‑times. If you happen to be golfing with at least 2 paying customers; tee times can be set with more advance notice, but are still based on availability. Red Hills Golf Course will not be available to schedule tee times in advance — walk on play based on availability only.

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