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Job title: Theatre Technician

Department: Communication Arts  

Number of Positions: 10Ìý

Job Status & Duration: Part-time, Casual 

Reports to: LEAD Technician, Technical Coordinator and Technical Director

Hours of Work: Variable hours (14 – 40 hrs/week) 

Location: University of À¶Ý®ÊÓƵ – Humanities Theatre/Theatre of The Ars  

Hourly Rate: $20.65 - $27.15 

Job Type: Technical, Operations 

Posting Date: April 28, 2025 

Closing Date: until filled 

The University of À¶Ý®ÊÓƵ is a leading global innovation hub that drives economic and social prosperity. As one of Canada’s top innovation universities, is home to 100+ programs in business, health, engineering, math, science, the arts, and environment, and ranks among the world’s top 250 in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings. 

Responsibilities

This is a part-time/casual position and will work on a team of 2 – 4 technicians to support rental clients to produce their event safely and efficiently, and to ensure superior customer service as it relates to load-in, performance set up, running of performances/events and load-out across the Theatres at UÀ¶Ý®ÊÓƵ facilities. We are looking for individuals with different levels of experience and skill sets in all live performance-related areas. The position will report to the LEAD Technician, Technical Coordinator and Technical Director. General duties include: 

• Responsible for hands-on technical work including lighting, audio, special effects, staging, video, loading in/out, and maintenance of theatrical equipment. You will work with both amateur groups and professional performing arts companies, university staff, and internal university groups to ensure flawless execution of performances and events. 
• Design and implement lighting, audio, set, rigging, and video for various productions and events. 
• Perform regular preventative maintenance to theatre systems, tools, and equipment including lighting, sound, rigging, video, and staging, while maintaining an inventory of all assets. 
• Lighting: Programming and operating ETC ION lighting control systems; hang, patch, and focus conventional and intelligent lighting fixtures. Operate follow spot. Install and program DMX-based control systems. Create effective lighting for dance, theatre, musical theatre, and all types of live concerts and events. Troubleshoot and maintain lighting-related elements.  
• Video: Set up, operate, and troubleshoot video projection, real-time transcription, and live streaming. Program and operate A/V playback systems such as QLab for theatrical use. 
• Audio: Set up and operation of mixing consoles (either Avantis or Behringer X32), microphones, effects and dynamics processing, playback devices, amplifiers, and speaker systems. Troubleshoot, operate and mix sound for various events including theatrical performances, musical theatre, spoken words, music concerts, dance competitions, lecture, etc. Set up, operate, and troubleshoot video projection and live streaming. Program and operate A/V playback systems such as QLab for theatrical use.  
• Stage: Set up scenery and staging for all types of events. Repair scenic elements, rig flying scenery, operate single purchase fly system, and perform scene changes for all types of events, as well as assist in all on-stage technical requirements from clients and theatre staff. 
• Maintain a safe and clean working environment by sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, and removing garbage from the stage and surrounding areas. 
• The position will require a flexible schedule including evenings and weekends. 
• A passion for the performing arts is essential in this fast-paced environment. 

Selection Criteria 

Education

• Completion of Grade 12 or equivalent 
• Minimum of six months of relevant experience in a theatrical environment 
• Ideally would have a college diploma, or university degree in Technical Theatre, Performing Arts, or similar, to operate lighting, sound, special effects, and counterweight systems for live productions  

Other Skills and Assets 

• Excellent written and verbal communication, interpersonal skills, and exemplary customer service 
• Ability to lift and carry at least 50 lbs  
• Ability to work as part of a team 
• Must be able to wear and use appropriate personal protective equipment and clothing 

Core Behaviours

• Service Excellence: Meets or exceeds service standards when interacting with customers in the community and in the organization.  
• Change & Innovation: Responds positively and professionally to change and helps others through change.  
• Teamwork & Relationship Building: Interacts with others in an inclusive, collaborative, and respectful way that creates effective working relationships.  
• Communication: Communicates in a clear, professional, and respectful way; demonstrates active listening.  
• Accountable & Results Oriented: Demonstrates ethical behaviour and accountability, aligns with the university values, and abides by relevant policies and legislation.  
• Management & Leadership: Demonstrates self-management, professionalism, and engagement; leads by example.  

The University of À¶Ý®ÊÓƵ values the diverse and intersectional identities of its students, faculty, and staff; regards equity and diversity as an integral part of academic excellence and is committed to inclusive, accessible, and barrier-free employment practices to creating a workplace that reflects and supports the diversity of the community we serve. The University of À¶Ý®ÊÓƵ seeks applicants who embrace our values of equity, anti-racism, and inclusion. As such, we encourage applications from candidates who have been historically disadvantaged and marginalized, including applicants who identify as Indigenous peoples (e.g., First Nations, Métis, Inuit/Inuk), Black, racialized, people with disabilities, and/or 2SLGBTQ+. If you have any application, interview, or workplace accommodation requests, please inform the hiring staff prior to your interview.  

The University of À¶Ý®ÊÓƵ acknowledges that much of our work takes place on the traditional territory of the Neutral, Anishinaabeg and Haudenosaunee peoples. Our main campus is situated on the Haldimand Tract, the land granted to the Six Nations that includes six miles on each side of the Grand River. Our active work toward reconciliation takes place across our campuses through research, learning, teaching, and community building, and is centralized within our Indigenous Initiatives Office. 

Job title: LEADTheatre Technician

Department: Communication Arts  

Number of Positions: 1-2Ìý

Job Status & Duration: Part-time, Casual 

Reports to: LEAD Technician, Technical Coordinator and Technical Director

Hours of Work: Variable hours (14 – 40 hrs/week) 

Location: University of À¶Ý®ÊÓƵ – Humanities Theatre/Theatre of The Arts  

Hourly Rate: $31.65

Job Type: Technical, Operations 

Posting Date: April 28, 2025 

Closing Date: until filled 

The University of À¶Ý®ÊÓƵ is a leading global innovation hub that drives economic and social prosperity. As one of Canada’s top innovation universities, is home to 100+ programs in business, health, engineering, math, science, the arts, and environment, and ranks among the world’s top 250 in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings. 

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This is a part-time/casual position and will liaise with clients, professionals, and community performing arts groups on matters of a technical nature in a safe and efficient manner, to ensure superior customer service as it relates to load-in, performance set up, running of performances/events and load-out across the Theatres at UÀ¶Ý®ÊÓƵ facilities. They will lead a crew of 1 – 3 people on events. We are looking for individuals with a high level of experience and skill set in multiple live performance-related areas. The position will report to the Technical Coordinator and Technical Director. General duties include: 

• Responsible for hands-on technical work including lighting, audio, special effects, staging , video, loading in/out, and maintenance of theatrical equipment. You will work with both amateur groups and professional performing arts companies, university staff, and internal university groups to ensure flawless execution of performances and events. 

• Design and implement lighting, audio, set, rigging, and video for various productions and events. 

• Perform regular preventative maintenance to theatre systems, tools, and equipment including lighting, sound, rigging, video, and staging, while maintaining an inventory of all assets. 

• Lighting: Programming and operating ETC ION lighting control systems; hang, patch, and focus conventional and intelligent lighting fixtures. Operate follow spot. Install and program DMX-based control systems. Create effective lighting for dance, theatre, musical theatre, and all types of live concerts and events. Troubleshoot and maintain lighting-related elements.  

• Video: Set up, operate, and troubleshoot video projection, real-time transcription, and live streaming. Program and operate A/V playback systems such as QLab for theatrical use. 

• Audio: Set up and operation of mixing consoles (either Avantis or Behringer X32), microphones, effects and dynamics processing, playback devices, amplifiers, and speaker systems. Troubleshoot, operate and mix sound for various events including theatrical performances, musical theatre, spoken words, music concerts, dance competitions, lecture, etc. Set up, operate, and troubleshoot video projection and live streaming. Program and operate A/V playback systems such as QLab for theatrical use.  

• Stage: Set up scenery and staging for all types of events. Repair scenic elements, rig flying scenery, operate single purchase fly system, and perform scene changes for all types of events, as well as assist in all on-stage technical requirements from clients and theatre staff. 

• Must have a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in a theatrical environment, or a college diploma, or university degree in Technical Theatre, Performing Arts, or similar, to operate lighting, sound, special effects, and counterweight systems for live productions. An equivalent combination of education and experience may also be considered. 

• The position will require a flexible schedule including evenings and weekends. 

• Maintain a safe and clean working environment by sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, and removing garbage from the stage and surrounding areas. 

• Supervises a team of 1 – 3 technicians and take on the role of deck carpenter during an event 

• Assesses needs, problem solves issues and implements solutions relating to rental clients and their events. 

• A passion for the performing arts is essential in this fast-paced environment. 

Selection Criteria

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• Completion of Grade 12 or equivalent 

• Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience in a theatrical environment 

• Ideally would have a college diploma, or university degree in Technical Theatre, Performing Arts, or similar, to operate lighting, sound, special effects, and counterweight systems for live productions 

Other Skills and Assets

• Excellent written and verbal communication, interpersonal skills, and exemplary customer service 

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team 

• Supervisory experience is an asset 

• Ability to lift and carry 50 lbs 

• Must be able to wear and use appropriate personal protective equipment and clothing 

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite 

Core Behaviours

• Service Excellence: Meets or exceeds service standards when interacting with customers in the community and in the organization.  

• Change & Innovation: Responds positively and professionally to change and helps others through change.  

• Teamwork & Relationship Building: Interacts with others in an inclusive, collaborative, and respectful way that creates effective working relationships.  

• Communication: Communicates in a clear, professional, and respectful way; demonstrates active listening.  

• Accountable & Results Oriented: Demonstrates ethical behaviour and accountability, aligns with the university values, and abides by relevant policies and legislation.  

• Management & Leadership: Demonstrates self-management, professionalism, and engagement; leads by example.  

The University of À¶Ý®ÊÓƵ values the diverse and intersectional identities of its students, faculty, and staff; regards equity and diversity as an integral part of academic excellence and is committed to inclusive, accessible, and barrier-free employment practices to creating a workplace that reflects and supports the diversity of the community we serve. The University of À¶Ý®ÊÓƵ seeks applicants who embrace our values of equity, anti-racism, and inclusion. As such, we encourage applications from candidates who have been historically disadvantaged and marginalized, including applicants who identify as Indigenous peoples (e.g., First Nations, Métis, Inuit/Inuk), Black, racialized, people with disabilities, and/or 2SLGBTQ+. If you have any application, interview, or workplace accommodation requests, please inform the hiring staff prior to your interview.  

The University of À¶Ý®ÊÓƵ acknowledges that much of our work takes place on the traditional territory of the Neutral, Anishinaabeg and Haudenosaunee peoples. Our main campus is situated on the Haldimand Tract, the land granted to the Six Nations that includes six miles on each side of the Grand River. Our active work toward reconciliation takes place across our campuses through research, learning, teaching, and community building, and is centralized within our Indigenous Initiatives Office.