Theatrical Electrician-1

Job Title
Theatrical Electrician-1

Agency
Texas A&M University

Department
Rudder Theatre Complex

Proposed Minimum Salary
Commensurate

Job Location
College Station, Texas

Job Type
Staff

Job Description
Our Commitment
Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & identities. Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.

Who we are
University Center & Special Events manages the Memorial Student Center, Rudder Theatre Complex, J. Earl Rudder Tower, John J. Koldus Building, All Faiths Chapel, Albritton Bell Tower and Aggie Park.  Our experienced staff can provide a full range of professional services which include event coordination and setup, equipment rentals, AV services, event staffing and lodging accommodations. With a focus on superior customer service, UCEN will ensure your next event is a success! To learn more, please visit: https://ucenter.tamu.edu/about/

What we want
The Theatrical Electrician I, under general supervision, operates and maintains all lighting and electrical equipment within an events facility.

What you need to know
Salary: Compensation will be commensurate to selected hire’s experience.
Cover Letter/Resume: A cover letter and resume are strongly recommended. You may upload these documents on the application under CV/Resume.

Required Education:

• High School Diploma or any equivalent combination of education and experience.

Required Experience:

• Two years in the maintenance and operation of electrical equipment in a theater complex.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others.
• Ability to operate AV equipment.

Preferred Experience:

• Three years or related experience in the A/V industry

Preferred Licenses and Certifications:

• CTS certification

Responsibilities:

• Event setup- Participate & supervise in setups, to include the setup of audio/visual equipment, lighting, draping, staging, & other special event equipment.
• Event execution of events inside Rudder Theatre Complex- Operate audio, projection, & lighting equipment in the execution of events in Rudder Theatre Complex. Gain a thorough understanding of all in-house equipment to better support events.
• Event execution at facilities outside Rudder Theatre Complex- Operate audio, projection, & lighting equipment in the execution of events at locations & facilities outside of Rudder Theatre Complex. Gain a thorough understanding of equipment owned by Rudder Theatre Complex and how best to utilize it in support of events across campus, as well as gaining a knowledge of installed AV equipment at commonly supported facilities.
• Customer interaction- Interact with customers, maintaining the highest level of customer service. Performs other duties as assigned.

Instructions to Applicants: Applications received by Texas A&M University must either have all job application data entered or a resume attached. Failure to provide all job application data or a complete resume could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. We encourage all applicants to upload a resume or use a LinkedIn profile to pre-populate the online application. 

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

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