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Job Description / Duties

HOUSE TECHNICIAN
FULL-TIME SALARIED POSITION

Reporting to the Director of Production and Artistic Producer, the House Technician will lead the daily operations of the Mainstage and Sculthorpe Theatres to deliver a high standard of artistic and technical integrity. The ideal candidate for this role is an individual looking to join a small team of like-minded professionals, while collaborating with designers and production staff, to create meaningful theatre experiences for our community. This person has the ability to manage multiple projects at the same time in a fast-paced environment that requires flexible working hours to include a mix of daytime, evening and weekend shifts. We are seeking an adaptable self-starter who can anticipate, identify and solve problems, while offering recommendations to improve.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Communicate with all artistic and technical staff using the theatres and assist in planning for both productions and special events. Most specifically, the House Technician will communicate directly with lighting and sound designers.
Act as operator for lighting and/or sound for all Mainstage and Sculthorpe theatre productions and special events.
Participate in all crew calls for load-in, hang, focus, and strike for every production and all special events.
Supervise all facility rentals in order to ensure all equipment and technical resources are provided appropriately to rental clients.
Maintain and repair all technical elements in both theatres.
Assist the Production Manager in scheduling, costing, and acquisition of all necessary production labour and materials
Maintain and operate the projector for multipurpose use.
Maintain all sound, lighting, and video systems, and ensure smooth functioning of all stage machinery.
Maintain an accurate inventory and organization of all technical equipment.
Perform other technical duties as assigned by company leadership.
Monitor the general state of repair of the building and perform minor, hands-on repairs as needed.

Qualifications / Required Skills

NECESSARY QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Post secondary degree from a recognized technical training institution or an equivalent combination of education and professional experience.

Experience: Minimum 2 to 4 years professional experience in a variety of aspects of technical theatre.

Skills:
Experience working directly with theatre lighting and sound systems, including board programming, live sound mixing, and a variety of technical set-ups.
Experience working with digital projectors for a variety of uses.
Some knowledge of structural and mechanical construction for the stage, both materials and techniques, including welding, rigging, and painting.
Training in Working at Heights.
Ability to read and manipulate AutoCAD and other technical drawings.
Physical abilities with regards to lifting and moving of scenery, climbing ladders, loading and unloading trucks, hanging and focusing lights, and other typical theatre functions.
Strong scheduling, planning, and organizational skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word) and GSuite (Cloud Computing, Google Docs).
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Extremely strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate with artists to achieve success.
Strong work ethic that will enhance and assist in the evolution and growth of the organization.
Passionate, innovative, entrepreneurial, collaborative, creative, and (hopefully) an inexhaustible sense of humour.

Salary: Compensation: Salary Range $50-$55k based on experience

Contact Information

How to Apply: The Cameco Capitol Arts Centre is an equal opportunity employer and we encourage candidates of all backgrounds to apply. We thank applicants for their interest, however, only those advancing in the process will be contacted.
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled

Interested candidates should email their CV along with a Covering Letter to:
Katherine Smith, Director of Production at  
Please include “HOUSE TECHNICIAN” in the subject line

Employer Profile

ABOUT THE CAPITOL
The National Historically Designated Cameco Capitol Arts Centre is located just 1 hour from Toronto in beautiful and historic Port Hope. One of Canada’s first “Talking Picture Houses,” built in 1930 and in operation as a multi-entertainment venue since 1995, the Capitol has enjoyed growth over the past five years and is poised for the next chapter in its evolution.

The Capitol Theatre is a not-for-profit organization which produces professional theatre in a small community setting. Our professional productions are the core of our operations, but we also present live music, film, HD MetOpera, and community performances throughout the year in two distinct theatre spaces.

We are looking to build an all-star team, so if you possess a vibrant personality, strong technical management skills and have a passion for bringing new ideas forward and working towards a common goal, apply for this opportunity!