Wednesday, August 28, 2013

The Strathmore is Hiring an Assistant Lead Stage Technician

The Music Center at Strathmore, is a 190,000 square foot soaring structure that includes a magnificent world-class 2,000-seat Concert Hall, as well as a Education Center boasting dance studios, rehearsal halls, classrooms, and instruction studios, in addition to administrative office spaces. The Concert Hall has in excess of 150 performances annually.

The Assistant Lead Stage Technician (ALST) will assist as needed in the stage (carpentry) department. Duties will include the set and strike of the custom orchestra and choral riser system, musician chairs, music stands, pianos, soft goods, and other stage equipment as required. This position’s responsibilities include assisting as directed in the operation and maintenance of the Concert Hall stage systems including the stage lift system, adjustable acoustic system, and assisting in maintaining the detailed inventories of relevant materials and equipment, purchasing disposable equipment parts, and assisting in the long term planning for maintenance, repairs and equipment purchases.

When the Lead Stage Technician (LST) is unable to work a call the ALST shall assume that position as the lead with its responsibilities and hourly wage rate. Whenever the ALST works any calls other than when he/she is the LST, he/she shall be paid the assistant lead technician or key hourly wage rate.

This position which is hourly as required, will require membership in IATSE Local #22, and reports to the Production Stage Manager and Director of Operations.

Requirements for this position include a background in and experience with stage carpentry, properties, audio visual equipment as well as a basic knowledge of all aspects of production techniques, equipment, and facilities. A plus is rigging expertise or certification. Applicant must show willingness to be flexible in a new company and venue environment.

This position would also be a “second call position” (after the lead technicians) on calls not involving stage equipment set up or strike. Hourly wages, union benefits and work rules as per IATSE Local #22 collective bargaining agreement with Strathmore.

Strathmore Hall Foundation, Inc is a non-profit arts education organization and equal opportunity employer.

Send Letter of Application, Resume and Professional References to:

Strathmore Hall Foundation, Inc.
Attn: Director of Operations
5301 Tuckerman Lane
North Bethesda MD 20852-3385

Facsimile (301) 581-5149

Closing Date: When Filled

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