Assistant Stagehand
Assistant Stagehand
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Job Description
POSITION SUMMARY
The Assistant Stagehand (ASH) is a seasonal position that is an integral part of our Resident Crew and works alongside the I.A.T.S.E. stagehands from loadin to strike of Milwaukee Rep productions. The ASH receives hands on learning in the assembly of both static and automated scenery and learns how to efficiently run the backstage scenery and props. Additional opportunities in scenery construction and hands on experience in other technical areas are available as the schedule allows and employee requests.
Major Duties and Responsibilities Include:
- Work with I.A.T.S.E stagehands to loadin tech run and strike Milwaukee Rep productions and events.
- Assist stagehands with the preset and running of scenery and props.
- Assist resident crew with creating and maintaining safe stage and work areas.
- Other duties as assigned.
SCHEDULE
Hours are based around the performance schedule which includes evenings weekends and some afternoons. This is a seasonal position running September 29 2025 to June 21 2026.
REQUIREMENTS OF THE POSITION
Technical Knowledge and Experience:
- Some experience working in a professional technical theater environment.
- Desire to build a foundation for a career in the live entertainment industry.
- This is an educational position and does not assume an extensive depth of experience; a desire to learn the ability to selfstart multitask troubleshoot and adapt quickly are most important.
Milwaukee Rep Values Employees Who:
- Communicate well with a diverse group of colleagues.
- Demonstrate an aptitude and eagerness to learn new skills and processes when necessary.
- Solve problems and engage in creative thinking about challenges individually and in a group environment.
- Are able to accept and incorporate feedback.
- Have excellent interpersonal teamwork and diplomacy skills and ability to be selfdirected and take initiative.
- Demonstrate a commitment to our mission and core values both in the workplace and in our community. Learn more about our mission and core values here.
Physical Conditions:
The physical conditions described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Able to walk and stand for 24 hours at a time.
- Must be able to maneuver bulky and heavy materials sometimes lifting up to 50 lbs. unassisted.
- Must be able to climb stairs and ladders.
Employment Type
Full Time
