Keep Marching LLC
New York, NY
US

DESCRIPTION

Head Electrician, SUFFS National Tour - IATSE League-SET Pink Contract position with a base weekly salary of $1,800 + all applicable overtime

Benefits, overtime, housing & travel per IATSE League-SET contract

Start date is ASAP, with tour dates currently scheduled into August 2026. Email cover letter and resume with references to [email protected] with the subject line "Suffs Tour – Head LX – LAST NAME"

Position overview:

The Head Electrician works with the Assistant Electrician (Frontlight Operator) to safely and consistently run, move, and maintain all LX & Atmospheric elements associated with the SUFFS National Tour.

Role & Responsibilities:

· Job responsibilities include but are not limited to:

· Lead all interdepartmental communication that pertains to the LX Department

· Advance communication with upcoming venues to ensure all LX needs will be met

· Lead department load-in and loadout, as well as ML & conventional focus

· Consistently run and maintain the lighting of the show by operating the LX Console for performances

· Maintain/repair all departmental equipment to the highest standards

· Manage local union LX crew at each show stop for load-in, load-out, and performances

· Work with Production Electrician, Technical Supervisor, and Head Carpenter to manage departmental maintenance, equipment replacements, & swing/vacation schedules

· Confirm weekly payroll with Head Carpenter

· Qualifications:

· 2+ years as Head Electrician on National Tour (preferably on IATSE contract) desired

· Experienced with:

§ ETC Eos family console operation, including focus & patching

§ Data Network management – Pathway connectivity – switches, gateways, nodes, MSC

§ Fixture Maintenance and repair – Martin, Ayrton, ETC

§ Wireless Dimming – CTI Multiverse

· Willing to work an 8-show a week schedule in tandem with the load-in/out schedule

· Must be able to work around loud sounds and flashing lights.

· Willingness to work in dark often cramped/ closed spaces.

· Strong ability to lead and instruct a crew of up to a dozen people, with varying skill levels.

· Able to physically lift 75 pounds, comfortable lifting and walking backwards, comfortable walking up and down stairs. Excellent practical, problem-solving, organizational, planning and time management skills.

DURATION

Mar 3, 2026 - Aug 9, 2026

SALARY

$1,800.00 – $1,800.00 per week

UNION

IATSE League-SET

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