The Head Electrician shall be employed in all shows and events that require the use the Electrics Department at the Moore theatre in Seattle. Events include Broadway stryle shows, corporate events, dance, comedy, and musical acts among others. The responsibilities include working with the Stage Manager to ensure the safe running and supervising of local crews, assigning crews, and working with other stage departments to complete the needs of the show. Must be able and willing to work with all departments in the theater as directed by the Stage Manager. This position earns between $37-$40/hour and is eligible for Medical, Dental, Vision, LTD, STD, and Life insurance. This position also receives paid sick leave, vacation as well as a 403b retirement savings plan with discretionary match.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. (Other duties may be assigned)

Essential Job Functions:

Head Electrician shall assist with the offloading of all stage equipment from a Semi or other transport consisting of trusses, lights, road boxes, video panels, cable boxes, chain motors, set pieces, rolling carts and all other audio and visual equipment required for the specifics of that show. Most equipment comes in boxes with rolling wheels some will need to be carried and passed off. the Head Electrician shall be required to push/pull/Carry such boxes and items up to 200ft from the truck to the stage or staging area. Every effort is taken roll equipment when possible.
Head Electrician will supervise and assist the Electrics crew in setting up any traditional Electrical/Lighting elements for the show. This includes but not limited to Lighting Consoles, Lighting Instruments, Follow Spots, power distribution, cabling, snakes, Ground and set mounted lighting instruments, Tieing in to high voltage disconnects.
Head Electrician may be assigned to help other departments complete the tasks outside the Electrics Department.
Head Electrician may be required to run cues in a multitude of situations including working in low light, strobe, fog, and other limited visibility situations. They may be required to lift, carry, push, and pull heavy equipment. They may be required to twist, turn, squat, climb, or bend. They may be required to work in a loud and disorienting environment.
Head Electrician must Supervise and assist the Electrics crew in striking, packing, and breaking down of all Lighting elements and help other departments in getting the equipment and staging to the trucks.
Reads stage layout specifications and blueprints and confers with Road Crew to determine the type and location of sets, props, scenery, lighting, and sound equipment required for a specific event.
Will be the primary operator of the house lighting console when a show does not bring their own operator.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the education, experience, knowledge, skill, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

QUALIFICATIONS

Must have working knowledge of traditional Electrics/lighting work and be able to work with and maintain all equipment associated. (ie Lighting Consoles, Lighting instruments, cables, Follow spots, Dimmer systems, Power Distribution, etc)
Ability to safely use power and hand tools to complete work assignments.
Ability to work from an elevated position.
Demonstrated attention to detail.
Knowledge and ability to run shows and cues.
A general working knowledge of Stage Carpentry, Props, A/V, and Sound Equipment
Ability to work with a team in all aspects of interaction (house crew, Over hire Crew, Road Crew, and Clients)
Ability to work with the Stage Manager with work duties and priorities assigned.
Ability to lead a crew of varying sizes.
Ability to adapt to changing priorities of a show and fluctuating schedule in a positive manner.
Ability to lift 50lbs unassisted.
Ability to work a safe and predictable manner under stressful conditions and long hours.
Ability to be proactive in work assignments and work independently.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Requirements:

This is an on-call as needed job function so there is never a set schedule or set number of hours worked per week, it varies depending on how busy the company is. The position is physical in nature and requires physical mobility including: balancing, bending, carrying, climbing, crawling, reaching, squatting, twisting, lifting up to 50 pounds alone, pushing/pulling up to 100 pounds alone. Long Hours are expected 10 to 12 hour days are regular, days do not normally go more than 16hrs but can
Standing – >40% of time-

While performing essential duties: loading/unloading equipment, setting up equipment, hanging lights, running cable. Standing is mostly dynamic and intermittent with walking. (Surface: varies – finished/unfinished concrete, gravel, earth, uneven terrain, linoleum, hardwood, plywood, carpet).

Walking – >40 % of time-

While performing essential duties: Loading/unloading equipment, setting up equipment, hanging lights, running cable. (Surface: varies – finished/unfinished concrete, gravel, earth, uneven terrain, linoleum, hardwood, plywood, carpet. Distance: No more than 250ft).

Sitting -> 20% of the time-

While Performing Essential duties: Running a lighting console, advancing shows, paperwork, show prep

Seattle Theatre Group

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