Theatrical Electrician II

Job Title
Theatrical Electrician II

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 the University Center Guest Suites.  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
This Theatrical Electrician II oversees the operation and maintenance of all lighting, electrical, and audio/visual equipment within an events facility. If this description appeals to you, we invite you to apply to be considered for this opportunity

What you need to know

Required Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma or any equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Four years of live audio experience.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others.
• Ability to read and comprehend production riders.
• Ability to mix sound in a live environment for nationally recognized artists.

Preferred Experience:

• More than four years of related experience of live audio experience.
• Two years of live tour support.
• Three years or related experience in the event industry.

Responsibilities:

• Event setup: Participates and supervises in the setup of events including sound, lighting, projection, and computer systems, as well as stages, chairs, tables, etc. for events held in Rudder Theatre Complex and other campus locations.
• Event execution: Operates technical equipment during performances, to include lighting, projection & audio systems.
• Assist managers with advancing of productions, assist in renting of equipment, etc.: Reads and understands production riders then use that information to determine if available in-house equipment will be adequate or if additional equipment is needed; if additional equipment is needed, be able to work with outside vendors to secure rentals. Needs to be able to have educated conversations with tour personnel in discussions related to audio support and provide knowledgeable answers.
• Audio Engineering: Relies on previous audio engineering experience to provide support to our clients in regard to audio production for their events. This could include working with new and local bands all the way up to nationally touring and recognized artists.
• Supervision & instruction of student staff: Introduces students to equipment used in the execution of events, encouraging them to learn & providing instruction to promote learning.
• 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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