Theater Technician– Lead Carpenter

Mike Curb College of Music, Entertainment & Art

HOURLY RATE

APPROX ANNUAL RATE

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$17.30

$35,984

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LOCATION

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News Journal Center

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JOB TYPE

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Fulltime

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POSITION

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#16

POSTED

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9/23/2024

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CLOSING DATE

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10/7/2024 at 5:00 PM

How would you like to work for a dynamic, innovative, and growing State College? Daytona State has trained the future leaders of Volusia and Flagler Counties and beyond for more than 65 years. Our graduates serve in the critical fields of healthcare, emergency services, business, education, hospitality, engineering, cybersecurity, digital media and more.

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We want you to be part of our team! We offer competitive salaries, excellent health, dental and life insurance plans, and the opportunity to participate in the Florida Retirement System. Employees also enjoy a wide range of other incentives such as professional development opportunities, tuition reimbursement, free use of our aquatic and fitness centers, discounts on cultural events, generous leave policies and more.

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We’re honored to be included in Orlando Business Journal's “Best Employers in Volusia County” rankings.

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You belong here!_

Required Qualifications : **** This position requires a High School Diploma or GED and six months of related work experience in entertainment or theater production. Candidate must be PC or MAC proficient with software application experience. Candidate must have experience as a theatrical carpenter and have the ability to read and interpret drafting and safely implement scenic designs. Theatrical rigging and welding experience are preferred.

Working Hours : **** The working hours will be according to performance schedules and will require evening, weekend and holidays hours.

Please note: **** This position is currently based at the New Journal Center. However, responsibilities of this position may require travel for temporary assignment to any of the Daytona State campuses.

Key Responsibilities:

• Responsible for carpentry work, fly rail operation and problem solving associated with Daytona State College productions, News-Journal Center events, and outside rental bookings as needed.
• Maintains scene shop, equipment and materials for meeting production and event requirements. Cleans and checks assigned equipment periodically to ensure optimal functioning. Creates and manages inventory protocols. Manage scene shop area while overseeing usage by internal staff, students, faculty and external clients.
• Assist with load in, load out and run of scenery, lights, sound, etc. for events at the News-Journal Center.
• Assist as needed with the facilitation or other technical requirements for performances or special events as needed.
• Draft construction/set drawings as needed for both internal and external needs.
• Interact and communicate with internal and external customers in a professional manner.
• Supervises and trains assigned student employees. Maintains safety protocols and teaches therein.
• Other duties may be assigned as directed.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• General knowledge of theater operations; computer skills; ability to read drafting, construct and install set pieces without direct supervision.
• Knowledge of theatrical carpentry techniques and protocols and possess strong carpentry skills.
• Ability to lift heavy weights (20-50 lbs.); depth perception and ability to distinguish colors.
• Walking, standing, crawling, kneeling, bending, stopping and climbing, exposure to indoor and outdoor temperatures and heights.

For consideration, applicants must submit an online application at www.DaytonaState.edu/hr. Applicants may also upload their cover letter, resume and transcripts of all degrees and coursework. Application must include the names, addresses and telephone numbers of three (3) professional references. If formal education occurred at an international institution, a copy of the degree evaluation must be uploaded and submitted with the online application. Candidates will not be considered if copies of transcripts (and / or third-party evaluations) are not furnished by the position closing date. Any candidate hired must supply official transcripts within 30 days of employment.

**Criminal background checks are required. **

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For more information, please contact us at 386.506.4505 or visit our website at** http://www.DaytonaState.edu **. **

**Reasonable accommodations are available to applicants with disabilities during the application and interview process. To request accommodations, contact 386.506.4505. **

Daytona State College prohibits discrimination and provides equal access, equal educational opportunity, and equal employment opportunity to all persons regardless of age, color, disability, ethnicity, genetic information, gender, marital status, national origin, political affiliation, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, and veteran status. For more details, read our policy at this site https://www.daytonastate.edu/equity/index.html or contact Human Resources at 386-506-4505 or 1200 W. International Speedway Blvd. Building 100, Room 303 Daytona Beach.

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