Event Technician, Stage Technologies Apply now (https://secure.dc4.pageuppeople.com/apply/1011/gateway/default.aspx?c=apply&lJobID=494390&lJobSourceTypeID=796&sLanguage=en-us) Job no: 494390 Work type: Full Time Location: Troy, NY Categories: Trades, Service, and Maintenance, EMPAC Who we areWhy Rensselaer? Join Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute's dynamic global community of changemaker including some of the world’s leading researchers, students, alumni, and faculty who ask the important questions and devise the scientific and technological innovations that make the world a better place for all of humanity.Nestled on a beautiful 275-acre campus in upstate NY, Rensselaer is home to five schools, 32 research centers, three makerspaces, an observatory, one of the world’s fastest supercomputers, and an IBM Quantum One computer - the first university-based quantum computer in the U.S. Are you ready to change the world? Apply now!Job SummaryThe Event Technician, Stage Technologies will be a generalist in all production departments (audio, video, and stage technologies) and specialize in the lighting field of the stage technologies department. The Event Technician will support the installation, operation, and strike of technical performance systems during residencies, research, and events. In addition, the Event Technician, Stage Technologies will maintain working knowledge of current lighting and staging equipment and their integration with other production systems (audio, video), and utilize this expertise in upholding the high production standards of EMPAC events.Minimum Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent
Four (4) or more years of general production experience required, including two (2) or more years of stage-related experience (lighting, carpentry, rigging, stage design, etc.)
Relevant combinations of education, training and experience may be considered.Preferred Qualifications
Associate's Degree in theater; stage production related
Two (2) years in audio/video production environment, executing event set-up, operation and strike, or in production lighting field with audio/video production
Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge of lighting equipment, infrastructure, basic theater electrics, and general industry practices applicable to the lighting of: live productions, theatrical performances, art installations, performance art, concerts, film shoots or special events
Ability to operate and program lighting consoles
Skills include electronic and lighting equipment repair
Requires excellent interpersonal, communication and organizational skills
Strong attention to detail
ShiftBusiness Hours with weekends or evenings occasionally requiredTravelOccasional overnight travel may be required (10% or less) DrivingIncidental driving possible, but not requiredStarting Salary/RateExpected hiring range: $24.00 - $25.55 per hourPay transparency disclosure: The selected candidate’s salary will be determined based on factors that include the available budget, internal equity, and the final candidate’s qualifications, experience, education and other job-related credentials. This hiring range is provided as Rensselaer’s good faith estimate of the expected hiring range at the time of posting.Application instructionsFollow the on-screen prompts to create a brief online profile. Please be ready to upload your resume and cover letter.If you need assistance with the online application process, please contact [email protected] Posted Date Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.Total Compensation and Benefits InformationRensselaer’s Total Compensation Program is designed to provide stable pay growth, a comprehensive and affordable benefits package, and a comprehensive and affordable retiree medical and prescription plan. Rensselaer is recognized locally and nationally for the depth and breadth of its compensation and benefits program. Our goal is to provide you and your family with a comprehensive health and welfare program as an umbrella of financial security and protection during your employment. For more information, please visit Benefits | Human Resources (rpi.edu) (https://hr.rpi.edu/benefits) .We welcome candidates who will bring diverse cultural, ethnic, national and international perspectives to Rensselaer’s work and campus communities.Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity, Race/Gender/Veterans/Disability Employer.Advertised: 08 May 2024 Eastern Daylight TimeApplications close: Back to search results Apply now (https://secure.dc4.pageuppeople.com/apply/1011/gateway/default.aspx?c=apply&lJobID=494390&lJobSourceTypeID=796&sLanguage=en-us) Refer a friend