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Scene Technician Jobs in Santa Cruz, USA at University of California
Job Title: Scene Technician
JOB DUTIES
50% – General Production Assistance
- Practice safe working habits and assist the crew in unloading/loading trucks
- Set up and strike staging and scenic elements
- Arrange lighting and sound equipment
- Perform maintenance functions
- Run production‑related errands
50% – Specialized Production Assistance
- Apply knowledge of electrical theory to hang and circuit lighting plots
- Operate and maintain lighting components (spotlights, dimmers, control systems)
- Program, record, and operate cues on lighting consoles
- Apply knowledge of audio theory to install sound systems
- Operate and maintain sound components (mixers, effect units, microphones)
- Troubleshoot and repair sound systems and plots
- Mix lecture, taped, and small live‑reinforced events
- Apply knowledge of multi‑media theory to install multi‑media systems
- Operate slide projectors, video projectors, VCRs, etc.
- Troubleshoot and repair multi‑media systems and plots
- Operate equipment to the specification of the Event Sponsor or Production Manager
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Two years of college and one year of theater production experience or equivalent education/experience
- Knowledge of most aspects of production
- Ability to maintain lighting components and understand computerized lighting control systems
- Ability to install, troubleshoot, and repair sound systems
- Ability to operate, troubleshoot, and repair multi‑media systems
- Coordinate across technical areas to ensure timely realization of the event
- Work effectively and cooperatively with a team
- Communicate professionally
- Follow oral and written instructions
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Intermediate knowledge and experience operating theatrical rigging equipment
- Working knowledge of rigging, electrical, audio, and multi‑media theory and laws
- Ability to mix lectures, taped performances, and small live‑reinforced events
SPECIAL CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
- Pass a pre‑employment criminal history background check
- Pass the employment misconduct disclosure process
- Work in variable temperature/weather, possible exposure to strong odors, high noise, vibrations, dust, allergens
- Ascend/descend ladders with or without accommodation
- Sustain exposure to dusty, noisy environments and inclement weather as needed
- Move light to moderate objects up to 60 lbs. with or without accommodation
- Work all scheduled hours on‑site
- Work a variable schedule including evenings, weekends, and holidays
- Work overtime including evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays to meet operational needs
- Observe safe work practices as directed
- Work a seasonal, on‑call schedule averaging 8‑14 hours per day during productions, possibly 2‑5 days in a row; schedules may change at discretion of the Quarry Manager
- Maintain professional appearance and conduct
- Complete training within established time frames including UC compliance training
- Comply with the University of California vaccination policy
MANDATED REPORTER
This position is a mandated reporter under the Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act (CANRA). The selected candidate will be required to report any known or suspected child abuse or neglect and sign a Statement Acknowledging Requirement to Report Child Abuse prior to starting employment. Full details are available upon request.
EEO/AA
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status or other protected categories covered by the UC Anti‑Discrimination Policy.
It is the policy of the University of California to undertake affirmative action and anti‑discrimination efforts, consistent with its obligations as a Federal and State contractor.
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Title: Scene Technician
Company: University of California
Location: Santa Cruz, USA
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