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RCA Stage and Event Technician (PT)


Job Location:

Longview, WA - USA

Hourly Salary: USD 20 - 27
Posted: 22 August 2026 (16 days ago)
Application Deadline: 30 November 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Details


At a Glance!:Lower Columbia Colleges Rose Center for the Arts is currently accepting applications for our open part-time Stage and Event Technician this role you will be the technical force bringing our campus and community productions to life directly supporting live events in the Wollenberg Auditorium and ensuring high-quality experiences across theater music and lecture programming.

Who You Are: Our technicians ensure every lighting cue sound check and stage build runs smoothly. If you thrive in a dynamic behind-the-scenes environment bring a positive attitude and enjoy solving technical challenges with diplomacy and skill this position is the right fit for you.

The Position: The Stage/Theater Technician performs a wide range of hands-on technical duties including set-up live operation and strike for events hosted at the Rose Center for the Arts. A primary focus of this role is executing live production needs in the Wollenberg Auditoriumhanging and focusing lighting rigs operating audio boards and microphones setting up PA systems managing live streams and performing general equipment maintenance.


The hours will vary based on need and availability and will primarily be scheduled during evenings weekends and holidays but not exceeding 19 hours/week or 75 hours/month. The typical hours of campus operations are between 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Monday - Friday.

This position is classified as a non-permanentStage Technician 1 under Washington State Classification Specifications. This position reports to the Technical Director.

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Successful candidates typically start towards the beginning of the salary range and will receive scheduled salary increases.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Open until filled.

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Example of Duties & Responsibilities

  • Install lighting scenery audio and video for theatre productions concerts lecture and other events in the Rose Centers Wollenberg Auditorium.
  • Perform a variety of duties related to the general maintenance and repair of theatre facilities and equipment.
  • Other duties as assigned.
This description is not intended and should not be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities skills effort work conditions and benefits associated with the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Typical Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

  • At least one (1) year experience in one or more of the following: lighting audio/visual deck crew.
  • Lighting experience to include: light board operations patching hanging focusing minor repairs etc.
  • Audio/visual to include: sound board operations patching experience with wired and wireless mics setting up small PAs knowledge of projectors computers (Mac/PC) and some video.
  • Positive attitude ability to remain calm and respond confidently and promptly to stressful situations ability to adapt in a rapidly changing environment capacity to solve problems with diplomacy and tact; ability in creative thinking about challenges have sound judgment in dealing with a variety of personality types and situations.
  • Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to prioritize and handle multiple simultaneous tasks and finish projects on time.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Working knowledge of ETC Ion Behringer Wing Black Magic video switcher.
  • Carpentry experience: small and large power tools following diagrams plans and schematics rigging etc.
  • Proficient knowledge of PC and Macintosh computers.
The minimum qualifications may seem specific and limiting but we do consider candidates with relatable education experience and skills. We encourage you to apply even if you dont meet exactly whats listed. With questions about qualifications feel free to reach out to our HR team.
Supplemental Information

Supplemental Information

How to apply:

An online application must be completed for consideration. Click Apply at the top of the page to get started. Paper submissions or emailed materials will not be accepted. A complete application must also include the following documents (attached or in the online application itself):

  • Letter of Interest(cover letter) - describing your interest in Lower Columbia College and this position how your experience knowledge/skills education abilities etc. meet the qualifications for this position

  • Resume

  • References- please provide at least three professional references including one current or former supervisor

Upon request accommodations are available for persons with disabilities for the Lower Columbia College hiring process. Please contact Human Resources to request an accommodation. The Human Resources Office is accessible to persons with disabilities.


Residency Requirement

To be employed at Lower Columbia College applicants must currently reside in Washington or Oregon or be willing to relocate to one of these states. This is a condition of employment for all positions at the College. Please ensure your application reflects your current residency or intent to relocate if selected for the role.

Lower Columbia College Human Resources

For any questions regarding this job advertisement and/or department or campus culture please call our Human Resources office at or email us directly at.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Lower Columbia College provides equal opportunity in education and employment and does not discriminate on the basis of race color national origin citizenship or immigration status age perceived or actual physical or mental disability pregnancy genetic information sex sexual orientation gender identity marital status creed religion honorably discharged veteran or military status or use of a trained guide dog or service animal as required by Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972 Sections 504 and 508 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 the Americans with Disabilities Act and ADA Amendment Act the Age Discrimination Act of 1975 the Violence Against Women Reauthorization Act and Washington States Law Against Discrimination Chapter 49.60 RCW and their implementing regulations. All Inquiries regarding compliance with Title IX access equal opportunity and/or grievance procedures should be directed to Jason Arrowsmith Director of Security 1600 Maple Street PO Box 3010 Longview WA 98632 Phone number Phone number/TTY .


Diversity Equity & Inclusion

LCC celebrates and embraces diversity of all kinds including differing beliefs cultures people and experiences. We commit to institutional and individual changes that recognize understand and challenge patterns of social inequity and systemic disparities within our ever-changing world. For more information seeDiversity & Equity.

Jeanne Clery Statement: Notice of Availability of Annual Security and Fire Safety Report:

In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act of 1998 and as a part of the Colleges commitment to safety and security on campus Lower Columbia College reports the mandated information about current campus policies concerning safety and security issues the required statistics and other related information for the past three (3) calendar years. Lower Columbia Colleges Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is available online at Regarding Sexual Misconduct

Pursuant to RCW 28B.112.080 applicants must declare whether they are the subject of any substantiated findings of sexual misconduct in any current or former employment or professional association or is currently being investigated for or have left a position during an investigation into a violation of any sexual misconduct policy at the applicants current or past employers or professional association. By law post-secondary education institutions cannot hire an applicant who does not complete this form.


Mission Vision & Values

Our Mission Vision & Values define our reason for being and provide the framework for planning and improvement efforts at LCC. For details on LCCs Mission Vision & Values see ourStrategic Plan.


Conditions of Employment

  • If you are hired you will need to provide proof of identity and documentation of U.S. citizenship or appropriate legal authorization to work for the duration of this position as required by the Immigration Reform Control Act of 1995.

  • Prior to a new hire a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicants suitability and competence to perform in the position.

  • This position is part of a bargaining unit subject to the WFSE HE collective bargaining agreement.

  • The College is committed to maintain an environment for teaching and learning which is free of drugs and alcohol.

  • If you are hired and are proficient in Spanish you will have to take a Spanish proficiency test to receive the 5% assignment pay.

Anticipated Start Date

LCC offers two start dates for new employees - the 1st and 16th or the closest working day.


Required Experience:

IC