Part Time - Production Assistant II Job at Central Arizona College in Coolidge

Overview

Part Time - Production Assistant II at Central Arizona College. Performs a variety of semi-skilled activities related to construction, maintenance of stage props, scenery and ancillary theatrical support equipment.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support in the areas of lighting, sound, rigging, painting, scenery, scenic construction, maintenance of scene shop, equipment and tools. Ensure the proper and safe operation of all equipment, provide maintenance of all tools and light equipment, as needed.
• Assist in routine maintenance of stages and shops including sweeping and mopping, organizing tool, hardware, and paint storage, organizing and cleaning storage area.
• Provide work direction and work oversight to student employees. Assist in overseeing and instruction of lab students in proper and safe techniques of stagecraft in the areas of lighting, scenery, properties, rigging, safety procedures and proper usage of all tools and equipment. Assure quality control by checking work done by lab students against specifications from the construction plans.

This position may perform other duties commensurate with the functions and level of the position to include participating in committee assignments and the recruitment and retention of students. This position will be open until filled.

Qualifications

Education: High School diploma/GED and the ability to read, write and do basic arithmetic

Experience: Two (2) years related experience

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Knowledge of stage carpentry, lighting, sound and rigging.
• Knowledge of theatrical equipment, painting and/or crafts.
• Knowledge of the safe use of assorted power tools including but not limited to saw, planer, nail gun, high impact staplers, and pneumatic tools.
• Ability to build from working drawings supplied by the Technical Manager/Designer.
• Ability to maintain inventory of scenic materials and hardware and maintain shop log book.
• Ability to work without direct supervision, be able to handle multiple tasks, demonstrate a continual desire to improve and gain knowledge of the field, and be able to adapt to changing work situations.

Physical Requirements

Perform a variety of physical duties including lifting up to 50 lbs with assistance. Position requires the ability to ascend, descend and work on a ladder or scaffolding employing safe work procedures.

Interpersonal Skills

Important Level Interpersonal Skills: Position requires some or all of the following: persuasive or assertive communication, sensitivity to other viewpoints to influence outcomes, direction, counseling, and/or training; handling confidential information; moderate contact with students, program participants, and/or the public.

Working Conditions

Work may involve exposure to dust, chemicals, lubricants, cleaners, outdoor work with weather variation, and occasional work in confined areas. May require weekends, nights, and/or holidays as needed.

Equal Employment Opportunity: Central Arizona College (the College) is committed to provide equal employment opportunity in decisions involving hiring, evaluation, promotion, advancement and discipline, and educational opportunity to all applicants and employees. The College will hire without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, national origin, military status, genetic test information, sexual orientation, or gender identity or expression.

Additional Information

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Part-time
• Job function: Manufacturing and Production
• Industries: Manufacturing

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