Assistant Electrician

The Asst Electrician shall be employed in all shows and events that require additional help above the Head Electrician in the Electrics Department at the 5th ave theatre in Seattle when STG is promoting in the space. Events include corporate events, dance, comedy, and musical acts among others. The responsibilities include working with the Head Electrician to ensure the safe running and supervising of local crews, 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 for non-departmental shows (ie Non-Yellow Card shows) as directed by the Production Manager. This position earns $40/hour and receives benefits as outlined in STG’s contract with IATSE Local 15.

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

• Ability to work with a team in all aspects of interaction (house crew, Local IATSE over hire crew, road crew, and clients)
• Ability to work with the Head Electrician with work duties and priorities as 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.
• Will be the primary operator of the house follow spots.

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)
• Ability to safely use power and hand tools to complete work assignments.
• Ability to work from and climb an elevated position.
• Demonstrated attention to details.
• Knowledge and ability to run show cues and a follow spot.
• A general working knowledge of stage carpentry, props, A/V, and sound equipment

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:

• Vision – corrected vision close to 20/20 is necessary.
• Sitting/Standing/Walking – about 80% of the time is spent standing and walking.