Performing Arts Technician

Position Announcement

Working within Event Services, this position performs semi-skilled technical and clerical duties in support of the Production arm of Event Services. Helps in the planning and implementation of all technical aspects of Utah Tech University (UT) Event Services productions while also maintaining all production spaces. This position will work with the lighting, sound, media and rigging systems, coordinates materials budgets, performs maintenance and inventory on equipment, and helps maintain a safe working environment. Responsible for mentoring and training student workers in all areas of technical theatre and event services. Additional information about the department can be found online at https : / / utahtech.edu / event-services-risk-management / event-production / .

Responsibilities

• Facilitate the production process by actively participating in strategic meetings and ongoing coordination with Technical Coordinator and Venue Manager.
• Program, operate, and strike lighting, audio, projection and special effects equipment for all functions of the Event Services Production department.
• Oversee and be responsible for the setup, operation, and maintenance of venue equipment.
• Interpret technical riders from professional companies, fulfilling pre-production requirements.
• Operate and maintain stage lighting equipment, audio equipment, video equipment, stage equipment, and communication systems.
• Operate and assist in the maintenance of fly rail systems, rigging systems, rigging motors, truss, rigging equipment, etc.
• Perform repairs and preventative maintenance on all production and venue equipment. Maintain a clean, orderly and professional venue and work environment.
• Oversee inventory of all production and venue equipment.
• Perform guest service, house and stage management functions of event setup, operation and take down.
• Perform basic administrative duties within Event Services Production, as warranted.
• Assist other Event Services department team members and perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Supplemental Information

POSITION DETAILS, COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS : Full-time non-exempt staff (over-time eligible) position. Annual salary of $40,000-$43,000 depending on qualifications and experience. Desired start date of January 2025. Excellent benefits package included that begins on start date;includes medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance, employee assistance and wellness programs, retirement plan contributions, and undergraduate tuition waivers for employees and eligible dependents, as well as paid holidays in addition to sick and vacation leave accruals. See https : / / humanresources.utahtech.edu / employee-benefits / under "Benefits Summary" for more details.

ELECTRONIC APPLICATION PROCEDURES : Application review begins October 20,2025 . Submit application materials (including resume contents and contact information for three professional references) and upload a cover letter electronically. If, because of a disability, you need special services or facilities to apply for this opening, please call the Human Resources Office at (435) 652-7520.

ABOUT THE UNIVERSITY : Utah Tech University is an open, comprehensive, polytechnic institution, committed to exceptional student learning and success that has adopted an instructional approach of "active learning. active life" and a culture of innovation and entrepreneurship. We seek faculty and staff committed to creating an active, applied, and career-oriented learning environment that is student-centered. Established in 1911 as a community college and in 2013 as a state university, our University is located in picturesque southwestern Utah, approximately 120 miles north of Las Vegas. The area is renowned for its red rocks, desert climate, over 300 days of sunshine annually, and featuring easy access to world-class outdoor recreational opportunities. Click here to learn more about the University .

Utah Tech University is a fast-growing Utah public institution of higher education, with more than 13,000 students. We offer over 250 programs, including doctoral, masters, bachelors, associates, certificates, endorsements, minors, and / or emphases. We seek faculty and staff committed to creating an active, applied, and career-oriented learning environment that is student-centered, who bring new ideas, possess values and career aspirations aligned with the University's mission and vision, and are inspired to build a premier open, comprehensive, polytechnic university. Utah Tech University is an Equal Opportunity employer; the President and employees of the University are fully committed to equal opportunity within its employment programs and activities. Utah Tech does not discriminate or tolerate discrimination, including harassment, based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by University policy, Title IX, or any other federal, state or local law.

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