Scenic Carpenter and Painter - Theatre Technician
Scenic Carpenter and Painter - Theatre Technician
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Job Description
Come Join the City of Bellevue!
Please fill out your application as fully as possible. The City evaluates candidates based on the information provided in the online application only. Do not submit resumes and cover letters. Read the Hiring Process section below to learn more.
New hires typically receive between minimum and midpoint however we may go slightly higher based on experience internal equity and market.
Job Summary
Scenic Carpenter and Painter Theatre Technician will be responsible for coordinating with Production Manager on scenic builds including carpentry painting and set installation. Assist Production Manager and Artistic Director with keeping inventory storage maintenance recommended ordering and organization; ensure safety protocols and procedures are followed during builds and strikes. This position may also assist with rentals and other theatrical technician duties as assigned.
This is a continuous parttime (variable) position. Upon the completion of one production technician will be assigned to new projects. This position can anticipate working on approximately 10 productions a year in addition to camps averaging 820 hours per week annually with the option for more during the busiest production seasons.
The Bellevue Youth Theatre is dedicated to providing theater arts opportunities for all young people regardless of income or ability. We produce 1012 mainstage shows a year in addition to 12 weeks of theatre day camps. We also offer technical support for various events around the City of Bellevue.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Plan organize and attend scenic builds set painting loadins and strikes for all productions at Bellevue Youth Theatre.
- Assist with Rentals as needed.
- Assist with tracking scenic elements throughout the production and report progress to Production Manager and Artistic Director.
- Assist with Day Camps as needed.
- Supervise and train volunteer technicians carpenters and scenic painters.
- Utilize proper safety practices and procedures.
- Maintain a variety of files and records; enter and retrieve information from a computer.
- Able to work weekends and nights as needed.
Supervision Received and Exercised:
- Reports to designated Program Coordinator.
Qualifications
Knowledge of:
- Theatrical production protocols.
- OSHA Safety standards.
- Producing licensed productions.
- Schedules and timemanagement.
- Working with children and young people of all abilities.
Ability to:
- Work with limited budgets and resources to create theatrical scenic designs.
- Communicate with a variety of theatre personnel in a timely and professional manner.
- Oversee volunteers including many with various skills and abilities.
- Communicate with Production Manager and Production Team.
- Attend Production Meetings.
- Keep accurate records of inventory and purchase requests.
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
- Multitask at a high level of proficiency.
- Remain calm and clearheaded in stressful or extraordinary circumstances.
- Work in a fastpaced environment.
Education and Experience GuidelinesAny combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:
Education/Training:
- Some coursework (or equivalent study) in theatre technical theatre electrics/carpentry scenic painting graphic design or a combination thereof.
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
Experience:
- Some theatrical design experience preferred.
- At least 2 years working in community or professional theatre.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities:
- Ability to use woodworking tools safely.
- Ability to communicate with staff volunteers and participants in a kind and respectful manner both verbally and in writing.
- Selfstarting working with minimal supervision.
Other Requirements
- Must pass a criminal background check.
Supplemental Information
Hours: Approximately 820 hours/week
Variable Employee:A partially benefited employee who is appointed to serve in a position whose average weekly hours cannot be determined at the date of hire.- Hours may vary week to week and are anticipated to be 28 hours or less per week (or less than 130 hours per month).
- If hours average 30 or more hours per week over a 12month period variable employees will be consideredfulltime and eligible for medical coverage as required by law.
HIRING PROCESS
The City evaluates candidates based on the information provided in the online application only. Do not submit resumes and cover letters. To evaluate all candidates fairly and equitably the City will make all applicants anonymous when we are screening the applications. We will redact information from our application such as your name address and other demographics. To help us please complete the online application form as fully as possible.- Answer the Supplemental Questions when requested which can be found on the Questions tab of the Job posting.
- We do not accept resumes and cover letters during the anonymous application screening stage unless otherwise stated in the job description.
- Applicants advancing to the next stage may be required to provide a cover letter resume writing sample and references.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
- All candidates will be required to establish employment authorization and identity at the time of hire. The City is not able to sponsor work visas.
- All positions require the completion of references checks including at least one prior supervisor.
- Some positions may require completion of a criminal background checkprior to start employment
- Some positions may require obtaining a commercial drivers license (CDL) licensures or additional certifications.
At the City of Bellevue youll be part of a team committed to providing exceptional customer service upholding the public interest and advancing the community vision. The six essential and enduring principles that guide our individual actions our interactions and our decision making in the City of Bellevue organization is: Exceptional Public Service Stewardship Commitment to Employees Integrity Innovation and Diversity Equity & Inclusion. Youll work in an environment that is innovative collaborative future focused and committed to excellence. Bellevue welcomes the world. Our diversity is our strength. We embrace the future while respecting our past. Its what makes the City of Bellevue an exciting place to work live and explore.
Have we piqued your interest yet Come join our team! The City of Bellevue supports workplace diversity. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion gender gender identity or expression sexual orientation marital status national origin genetic information disability age veteran status or any other protected status. Persons needing assistance with the application process may call the Human Resources Office ator .If you are invited to participate in the selection process and need ADA accommodations please notify HR before you are scheduled for an interview or testing.The City of Bellevue participates in the EVerify program. Learn more about the EVerify program.
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Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Part-Time
