Job Description:

The Temporary Production Electrician at Boston Conservatory at Berklee (BCB) assists the Lighting Supervisor in executing all lighting and electrical requirements for BCB productions, including off-campus productions. The Production Electrician is responsible for maintaining and disseminating lighting production notes; maintains and repairs lighting equipment as needed; and, in coordination with the Lighting Supervisor, covers technical rehearsals, hangs, focuses and strikes.

As part of the Performance Services department, the Production Electrician reports to the Lighting Supervisor; works closely with the technical directors, stage managers, and full production team; collaborates closely with guest artists, faculty, and students; and supports the supervision of overhires and student workers.

This is a temporary position that will work through the Spring 2024 semester, with possibility of extension. The position is paid an hourly rate of $27-30, and is overtime eligible. Nights and weekends will be required.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist Lighting Supervisor on all lighting hang, focus, and strike calls
• Coordinate with Lighting Supervisor on coverage of technical rehearsals, including weekends and evenings
• Ensure that all lighting production notes are completed during technical rehearsals and promptly disseminated
• Maintain all lighting equipment and repair, or coordinate repairs, as needed
• Support the training and supervising of BCB student workforce during productions, ensuring that student workers are trained for run-crew duties and safe practices
• Assist in the supervision of overhire workers for work calls.
• Ensure that proper safety and housekeeping measures are observed by all under their direction
  
  
  

MINIMUM JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

• 3-5 years experience as a professional theatrical electrician / master electrician or similar experience
• Experience in multidisciplinary performing arts preferred
• Experience working in higher education institutions preferred
  
  
  

KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED:

• Experience preferred in electronics, Vectorworks, Lightwright, stage rigging systems, ETC Eos Technology, and supervising students or volunteers.
• General knowledge of theater, musical theater, and opera production needs
  
  
  

SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

• Must be able to work independently, take direction, move with urgency, remain diplomatic and calm in fast-paced situations
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office, Google Suite, Dropbox, and/or similar formats for record-keeping and communications
  
  
  

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Occasional supervision of Production Technician overhires
• Occasional training and supervision of student workers
  
  
  

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Indoor environments, some with low light: stages, backstage areas, dressing rooms, costume shop, props storage, office spaces
• Local travel may be required (valid drivers license necessary)
  
  
  

SPECIAL WORKING CONDITIONS, PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS, ETC:

• Seated and standing positions
• Stairs, ladders (must be able to climb ladders up to a height of 24 feet)
• Must be able to regularly lift objects of up to 40 lbs
• Reaching up to shelves
• Frequent nights and weekends required
  
  
  

This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an at will employment relationship.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Equal Employment Opportunity at Berklee:

We support an inclusive workplace where everyone excels based on personal merit, qualifications, experience, ability, and job performance. Berklee affirms that inequality is detrimental to our faculty, staff, students, and the communities we serve. Our goal is to make lasting change through our actions. Berklee is committed to providing fair and equitable consideration of all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, ancestry, age, national origin, place of birth, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic information, or status as a member of the armed forces or veteran of the armed forces, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.

As part of this commitment, Berklee will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact the Human Resources Team at hroperations@Berklee.edu or call 617-747-2375.

Berklee is committed to increasing the diversity of our institution, community, and the curriculum. Candidates who can contribute to that goal are encouraged to apply and to identify their strengths in this area.

*Currently enrolled Berklee students are not permitted to apply for staff or faculty positions.*

Employee Type:

Casual