Wheeler Theater Technician - Lighting Specialist

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Pay Ranges:

• Hiring Range: The hiring range covers the starting segment of the pay scale, from the entry point up to the first quartile (Q1). Starting pay is determined based on the candidate's qualifications and experience.

• Salary Range: The salary range reflects the full pay range for the position, from the minimum rate to the maximum rate. This represents the earning potential employees can achieve over time while in the role.

*Up to $3,000 Sign On Bonus May Be Available*

Enjoy Industry Leading Benefits:

• Generous paid vacation and extended sick leave, holidays, and flexible work arrangements.

• Free and discounted transportation options to get around Aspen and the Valley.

• Professional development and learning opportunities, including a tuition reimbursement program.

• Health and wellbeing options that include Medical, Dental, Vision, robust and accessible employee assistance program, and nationally recognized wellbeing platform.

• Monetary bonuses for healthy lifestyle choices and to use towards other personal needs.

• Plan for your future with competitive employer contributions to a 401a retirement plans and Social Security, in addition to an individual 457b retirement plan and Roth IRA option. Have peace of mind with life and disability insurance.

The City of Aspen is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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Job Title: Wheeler Theater Technician - Lighting Specialist

Department: Wheeler Opera House

Classification: Non-Exempt

Hiring Range: $27.74/ hourly - $31.21/ hourly

Salary Range: $27.74/ hourly - $41.62/ hourly

Position Summary: This position is responsible for the technical aspects of productions and events hosted, presented, or produced by the Wheeler Opera House, with an emphasis on lighting-related operations. They operate in the lighting department, serving as master electrician, while working across all areas of the production department including stagecraft, audio, and video projection to facilitate the needs of events and guiding technical crews while ensuring a safe environment.

Supervision Exercised and Received: Position works under the direct supervision of the Wheeler Production Manager and as needed, under the functional supervision of the Assistant Production Manager. This position supervises lighting technicians and crew in ensuring the highest quality lighting experiences for events hosted, presented, and produced by the Wheeler Opera House.

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Essential Job Functions:

Event & Production Support

* With an emphasis on the theater's lighting systems, collaborates with Production Manager and Assistant Production Manager to understand and fulfill technical needs for events and performances hosted, presented, or produced by the Wheeler Opera House:

o Attends meetings as necessary in preparation for upcoming events.

o Corresponds with event producers, visiting companies, and vendors. Completes administrative duties such as reviewing production riders, confirming timecards, and completing event reports.

o Assists with the set-up, execution, and tear-down for events.

o Under the direction of the Production Manager or Assistant Production Manager, provides technical support for visiting artists, clients, and lighting personnel. Demonstrates competency in safely and effectively operating theater audio, rigging, and projection equipment.

o Maintains and safeguards theater assets. Guides facility rental clients and visiting productions on safety protocol and supervises use of Wheeler equipment.

Technical Operations & Lighting Leadership

* Serves as a technical generalist for events, as needed.

* Serves as lead lighting technician and electrician for events:

o Configures and programs lighting deployments for various events, ensuring optimal lighting design and coverage for live and recorded events.

o Sets up lighting systems including moving instruments, LEDs, ground rows, and follow spots.

o Provides live lighting design and delivery for a variety of performances, adapting to the needs of artists, directors, designers, producers, and event organizers.

o Operates motorized rigging system for lifting and moving stage equipment.

o Hangs and focuses lighting instruments. Programs and operates lighting console to build attractive lighting looks. Operates follow spots.

o Operates video projection system.

Equipment Maintenance & Inventory

* Performs regular inspections, preventive maintenance, and repairs on lighting equipment to minimize downtime and extend equipment life. Maintains inventory and detailed records of equipment usage, maintenance, and repairs. Makes recommendations to Production Manager and Assistant Production Manager regarding purchases, upgrades, or replacements. Maintains a clean, organized, and safe work environment.

Safety & Compliance

* Maintains safety of all personnel on stage by ensuring OSHA compliance of stage labor practices and any Union requirements of visiting productions. Ensures adherence to house policies and safety standards.

Professional Development & Staff Training

* Stays current on production industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in theatrical lighting. Identifies ways to continue education on best practices and expand skillsets.

* Trains and supervises part-time, student, and volunteer technical staff on proper use of lighting equipment and safety protocol.

* Assists with budgeting for lighting equipment, supplies, and staffing.

Budgeting & Leadership

* Acts as crew head, as assigned, in the absence of Production Manager or Assistant Production Manager.

City Organizational Values

* Supports and models the City of Aspen organizational values: Service, Partnership, Stewardship, and Innovation. Organizational values are shared principles that guide behavior across the organization. This position is responsible for upholding and applying these values while performing daily work functions.

* Other duties as assigned.

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Core Competencies: Displays the following key competencies in the overall job performance to include knowledge, skills, and abilities:

* Service: Provides service with excellence, humility, integrity, and respect in daily work, builds trust by listening, treats people with respect, acknowledges opportunities for improvement, and follows through with commitments.

* Partnership: Actively creates strong, supportive internal and external relationships to attain a common goal and achieve greater impact together.

* Stewardship: Balances social, environmental, and financial responsibilities, evaluating the impact of decision making on a thriving future for all.

* Innovation: Develops technical expertise to pursue new ideas and creative outcomes, grounded in Aspen's unique culture, opportunities, and challenges.

* Communication: Knowledge of effective and appropriate communication with colleagues and guests. Ability to use knowledge effectively in various contexts which may require oral, written, visual and non-verbal communication.

* Leadership: Ability to lead small crews to execute events. Provides training and instruction to peers and junior over hire crew.

* Interpersonal: Works to develop strength in interpersonal skills. Has the ability to work well with diverse groups of people, both inside and outside the organization.

* Technology: Demonstrates technology skills sufficient for the nature and level of position. Demonstrates a willingness to learn new technologies and transition job duties accordingly to support technological advances and innovation.

* Construction: Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or repair of theatre sets, production equipment, stages, etc.

* Equipment Operations: Knowledge and ability to use relevant tools, equipment, and machines in the construction or maintenance of Wheeler Opera House structures.

* Maintenance: Ability to perform satisfactory maintenance on required equipment in a safe and responsible manner.

* Problem Solving: Ability to use logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.

* Safety: Knowledge of policies, procedures, and strategies to promote safety operations relevant to the Wheeler Opera House

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Minimum Requirements:

Education: High School Diploma or GED equivalent. Associates or Bachelors degree in Audio Engineering, Technical Theater, or related field is preferred.

Experience: A minimum of five (5) years of experience in technical theater or lighting design. Multiple years with experience in lighting design, programming, and video projection in a theater, performing arts center, or live music venue is preferred.

Technical Knowledge: Must be proficient with industry-standard lighting equipment including digital lighting consoles (e.g. ETC, Grand MA, and Chamsys) with strong understanding of modern lighting technology including, but not limited to LED, intelligent fixtures, and lighting control systems. Must be proficient with Microsoft Word, and Outlook (Email). Must have a strong understanding of computers and online computer-based technology applications, which includes accessing web-based platforms.

Licenses & Certifications: Must possess a valid Colorado Driver's License or be able to obtain one within 30 days of start date.

NOTE: Any combination of experience and education that would likely provide the required abilities, knowledge, and skills as determined by the City of Aspen may be substituted for the requirements above.

NOTE: This position requires a physical examination (to be completed at Grand River Health Clinic West - Parachute) and a Criminal Background Check upon hire. Employment is contingent upon passing a physical examination and a Criminal Background Check.

Position Type and Work Hours:

* Full Time Employment, 40+ hours per work week. Schedule will vary with workload and event requirements.

* Evenings/Weekends will frequently be required depending on department needs and event calendar. Work on Holidays may occasionally be required.

Work Environment:

* Indoors: Performing arts center environment, including a regular need to work at heights, have exposure to noise and vibration, extended hours in darkness or limited lighting, in addition to a typical office environment

* Outdoors/Off-Site: Meetings, special events, and trainings. Position may require removal of snow and ice from walkways and truck loading areas. May need to operate a city vehicle to travel to offsite locations.

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Physical Demands:

Visual Acuity: Ability to bring objects into focus.

Balancing: Maintaining equilibrium.

Bending: Bending or position oneself to move an object from one level to another.

Carrying: Transporting or moving heavy objects, specifically as it applied to loading and unloading trucks.

Crouching: Bending body downward and forward by bending leg and spine.

Climbing: Ascending or descending stationary objects.

Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination: Performing work through using two or more body parts or other devices.

Gripping/Grasping: Ability to apply pressure with fingers and palm.

Handling: Seizing, holding, grasping, through use of hands, fingers, or other means.

Hearing: Perceiving and comprehending the nature and direction of sounds.

Kneeling: Bending legs at knees to come to rest on knee or knees

Lifting: Moving objects alone weighing no more than 50 pounds from one level to another.

Pushing/Pulling: Ability to use upper extremities to exert force to press, draw, drag or haul objects in a sustained motion.

Reaching: Extending the hands and arms or other device in any direction.

Repetitive motions: Making frequent or continuous movements for extended periods of time.

Sitting: Remaining in a stationary position.

Standing: Ability to sustain position for an extended period.

Stooping: Bending body downward and forward by bending spine at the waist.

Talking: Communicating ideas or exchanging information.

Walking: Ability to move to traverse from one location to another.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This job description is designed to indicate the general nature and level of work. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive list of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Duties and responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice.