Assistant Electrician

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Assistant Electrician

CATEGORY: Technical

Totem Pole Playhouse
Fayetteville, PA
US

CONTACT NAME

Kia Armstrong

Job Details

DESCRIPTION

Assistant Electrician:
The Assistant Electrician is responsible for working directly with the Head Electrician on the planning, load-in, and strike of lighting equipment for a fast-paced 5-show season. The candidate will assist in executing lighting plots and will run the lighting console for all performances. A strong understanding of instrumentation, rigging, electricity and circuiting, and programming (ETC) is required to ensure efficient plot changeovers and smooth show operation.

This position will keep shop hours to help prepare shows in rehearsal and will also serve as part of the running crew during productions.

Duties include:

Running the lighting console for all performances, ensuring smooth transitions and cue execution.

Working directly with the Head Electrician to maintain and supervise the lighting rig (72 dimmers, over 120 fixtures, primarily conventional with LED Source, and a handful of rented movers).

Programming the lighting console as needed and preparing for rehearsals and performances.

Preparing “practicals,” LED tape, power inverters, and other specialty items for use in shows.

Conducting basic equipment maintenance and ensuring safety protocols are followed when working around power.

Assisting in the load-in and strike of lighting equipment.

Other duties traditionally assigned to this job title in live theatrical production.

Resourcing our “Tucked Away Tuesday series and Camp Series” as needed

Requirements:

Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with the Head Electrician and other team members under pressure.

Ability to work on tall ladders, lift at least 50 lbs., and work long, demanding hours.

Willingness to take on additional technical projects as directed by the Producer.

DURATION

May 12, 2025 - Aug 9, 2025

SALARY

$400.00 – $450.00 per week

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