CPAC Lead Stage Technician - PAT II Hrly/Int POOL

Job No: 526597

Work Type: Staff

Location: Southern California: Long Beach

Categories: Bargaining Unit: Unit 9 - CSUEU - Technical Support Services, Appointment Type: Temporary, Time Basis: Time Varies, Job Search Category/Discipline: Theatre Arts

Job Summary

Under the general supervision of the Production Manager, the position of Lead Stage Technician is in charge of the theatrical and stage equipment and use of the stage during events at the Carpenter Center.

Key Responsibilities

• Operates and maintains stage counterweight, lighting and sound systems for events in the Carpenter Center
• Constructs stage sets, flats and properties, hangs & focuses lighting equipment and sets up sound equipment
• Participates in pre-production meetings with clients and serves as technical and/or design consultant when needed

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

Thorough knowledge of the methods and problems of stage and set design and construction; knowledge of stage equipment and its operation; knowledge of stage construction and set design; knowledge of the types and uses of lighting (including intelligent systems), sound, counterweight, rigging and other stage equipment; working knowledge of sound design and live mixing. Ability to construct and supervise the construction of stage sets; ability to improvise stage property, sound and other stage effects; ability to operate and supervise stage equipment; ability to instruct, train and supervise the work of technical assistance.

Ability to communicate with an ethnically and culturally diverse campus community. Ability to follow all university policies, procedures, and guidelines including but not limited to safety, civility, information security, and non-discrimination policies and procedures. Ability to contribute to a positive university experience for each and every student, and assist in achieving the university's commitment to a "vision of excellence."

Education and Experience

Equivalent to 24 semester units of related college coursework and two years of related professional or technical experience required.

Division: College of the Arts (COTA)

Compensation: The salary range for this classification is $23.75 to $42.97 per hour.

Time Base: Hourly/intermittent on call temporary position for one year with no permanent status granted. Temporary assignments may expire prior to the ending date.

Classification: Performing Arts Technician II

Application Procedures

Click Apply Now to complete the CSULB Online Employment Application.

Additional Information: The person holding this position is considered a 'mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 Revised July 21, 2017 as a condition of employment.

A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily and is required for employment. CSU will make a conditional offer of employment, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current CSU employee who was conditionally offered the position.

California State University Long Beach expects respectful, professional behavior from its employees in all situations. Acts of harassment or abusive conduct are prohibited. Demonstrated appropriate professional behavior, treating others with civility and respect, and refusing to tolerate abusive conduct is expected of all employees.

Equal Employment Statement: Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, CSULB provides equal opportunity in employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, national origin, or other protected status. CSULB complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the California Equity in Higher Education Act, California's Proposition 209 (Art. I, Section 31 of the California Constitution), other applicable state and federal anti-discrimination laws, and CSU's Nondiscrimination Policy. We prohibit discriminatory preferential treatment, segregation based on race or any other protected status, and all forms of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in all university programs, policies, and practices.

Out of State Employment Policy: California State University, Long Beach, as part of the CSU system, is a State of California Employer. As such, the University requires all employees upon date of hire to reside in the State of California.

Application Closes: 01 January 2026

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