Temporary Theatrical Electrician
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Job Location:
Waltham, MA - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
2 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
We are seeking skilled and reliable Temporary Overhire Electricians to supplement our core lighting staff during peak production periods. This role is project-based and primarily focused on the physical execution of lighting load-ins focus calls and strikes. The ideal candidate can work efficiently as part of a team follow directions precisely and adhere to all safety standards.
The hourly rate for the position is $22.50
Key Responsibilities
Load-in: Read lighting plots to hang circuit cable and patch lighting instruments and practicals.
Focus: Assist the Lighting Designer and Master Electrician during focus sessions including physically positioning instruments from ladders catwalks or personnel lifts.
Strike: Assist in the safe and efficient dismantling sorting and storage of all lighting equipment at the end of a production.
Equipment Prep: Perform basic equipment checks and preparation as directed by the Master Electrician.
Safety: Strictly adhere to all safety protocols including the proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and safe working practices at heights.
Collaboration: Work collaboratively with other production departments to ensure a smooth and safe workflow.
Required Skills and Qualifications
Proven experience as a stage electrician in a professional or academic setting.
Strong working knowledge of theatrical lighting equipment including conventional and LED fixtures.
Understanding of basic electrical principles power distribution and safe working practices.
Familiarity with DMX and other signal protocols.
Ability to read and interpret lighting plots and hookup charts.
Must be comfortable working at heights including on ladders catwalks and aerial work platforms.
Ability to work efficiently as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
Must be reliable punctual and have a positive solutions-oriented attitude.
Preferred Qualifications
Proficiency in operating ETC Eos family lighting consoles.
Physical Requirements & Work Environment
Ability to lift push or pull objects up to 50 lbs.
Must be able to climb balance stoop kneel and crouch.
Ability to stand and work for extended periods.
Work environment includes exposure to heights enclosed spaces dust and moderate noise levels.
Hours are project-dependent and will include evenings and weekends.
Pay Range Disclosure
The Universitys pay ranges represent a good faith estimate of what Brandeis reasonably expects to pay for a position at the time of posting. The pay offered to a selected candidate during hiring will be based on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position the candidates work experience and education/training internal peer equity and applicable legal requirements.
Equal Opportunity Statement
Brandeis University is an equal opportunity employer which does not discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race color ancestry religious creed gender identity and expression national or ethnic origin sex sexual orientation pregnancy age genetic information disability caste military or veteran status or any other category protected by law (also known as membership in a protected class).
Key Skills
- Low Voltage
- Hand Tools
- Commercial Electrician Experience
- Construction Experience
- Electrical Experience
- Generator Repair
- NEC
- Schematics
- High Voltage
- Programmable Logic Controllers
- Power Tools
- Troubleshooting
About Company
Brandeis University is a private research university with a liberal arts focus in Waltham/Boston, Massachusetts.
