Part-Time, Theatre Technician * - Raritan Valley Community College

Ranked by WalletHub.com and Intelligent.com as the #1 community college in New Jersey, Raritan Valley Community College has been serving as an academic and cultural center for Somerset and Hunterdon County residents for over 50 years. The College has been nationally recognized for its service to the community, environmental stewardship, and commitment to diversity. It is home to a Planetarium, Science Education Institute and 3M Observatory; a Theatre offering professional performances for all ages; and an Honors College for high achieving students.
The College offers more than 90 associate degrees and certificates, as well as career training and professional development courses. RVCC is located at 118 Lamington Road in Branchburg, NJ. For further information, visit www.raritanval.edu.
Job Description:

Raritan Valley Community College is currently accepting applications for the part-time Theatre Technicians.
Coordinate with production company staff on sets, props, costumes and set-up; assist in the installation and set-up of props and sets.
Program sound equipment, lighting equipment, and other technical systems in advance of performances and productions; troubleshoot and resolve problems with production equipment.
Monitor the condition of equipment, including lighting, sound, and rigging equipment; notify supervisor of the need to repair and replacement equipment.
Utilize proper safety practices and procedures.
Requirements:

Sufficient physical ability to work in a Theatre setting, and work with and around equipment and machinery.
Ability to perform physically demanding technical duties; walk, stand or sit for prolonged periods of time; lifting and carrying of 50 LBS or more.
Ensure the safe technical operations of the theatre.
Ability to work independently.
Good organizational skills and ability to follow directions.
Professional and pleasant demeanor.
Additional Information:

Physical Requirements:
Subject to standing, walking, sitting, bending, reaching, kneeling, pushing, pulling and crawling.
Ability to sit in run position for an extended period of time.
Specific vision abilities include close vision requirements due to computer work.
Loud noise, rapid lighting changes and theatrical fog.
Occasional lifting of objects 50 pounds.
Application Instructions:

As a New Jersey First Act Employer, new employees must establish a primary residence in New Jersey within one year unless an exemption applies.
For consideration of the above position, please submit your cover letter and resume online, by clicking the "apply now" button. We regret that we are unable to respond to each and every resume received. Only those candidates of interest will be contacted directly.

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