Theatrical Technician (Electrician and/or Lighting Focused)

Theatrical Technician (Electrician and/or Lighting Focused)

Salary

$19.10 - $26.36 Hourly

Location

BYT Crossroads, 16051 NE 10th St, Bellevue, WA

Job Type

Variable

Job Number

26-00243

Department

Parks and Community Services

Division

PCS Recreation Youth Theatre

Opening Date

07/17/2026

Closing Date

Continuous

FLSA

Non-Exempt

Bargaining Unit

NONAFF

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Come Join the City of Bellevue!

Please fill out your application as fully as possible. The City evaluates candidates based on the information provided in the online application only. Do not submit resumes and cover letters. Read the "Hiring Process" section below to learn more.

New hires typically receive between minimum and midpoint, however, we may go slightly higher based on experience, internal equity and market.

Job Summary

The Theater Technician will work as an all-around theater technician. The role will require a willingness to learn new skills, as well as expand and/or adjust previously owned skills. The Theater technician is a part-time tole which will work an average of 8-15 hours a week. Hours may extend during high production timelines, and in the Summer. The theater technician is expected to be a leader and role model to the community as well as a mentor to volunteers and participants. Bellevue Youth Theatre is a Community driven program that seeks to break down barriers and expand participation to all who cross our doors. The ideal candidate would place community over artistry, and mentorship over production value. All Theatrical Technicians reports directly to the Production Manager, Moises Hinojos.

This is a continuous, part-time position. Upon the completion of one production, technician will be assigned to new projects. This position can anticipate working on approximately 10 productions a year in addition to camps, averaging 8-15 hours per week, annually, with the option for more during the busiest production seasons.

The Bellevue Youth Theatre is dedicated to providing theater arts opportunities for all young people, regardless of income or ability. We produce 10-12 mainstage shows a year in addition to 12 weeks of theatre day camps. We also offer technical support for various events around the City of Bellevue.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The following are duties and responsibilities assigned to the Theatrical Technician. This role will be responsible for the following duties which include but are not limited to:

• Assist with tracking lighting, sound, and scenic elements throughout the production, and report progress to Production Manager and Artistic Director.
• Assist Production Manager with the scenic load-in/out for shows.
• Assist Production Manager/Technical director with light hang and light focus for shows.
• Ability to do basic programming on a standard Element Lightboard.
• Ability to do basic programming on a Yamaha SLQ5 Soundboard.
• Assist with the maintenance and upkeep of theater equipment.
• Assist with outside city events such as Movies In The Park, Bellevue Family 4th of July Celebration, and other city events.
• Assist as technician or House Manager for rentals.
• Attend All Staff meetings.
• Assist with All Staff events and fundraisers as needed.
• Supervise and train volunteers in scenic, lighting, or sound.
• Utilize proper safety practices and procedures.
• Maintain a variety of files and records; enter and retrieve information from a computer.
• Able to work weekends and nights as needed.
• Assist with Day Camps, as needed.
• Other duties as assigned

Supervision Received and Exercised:

• Reports to designated Program Coordinator.

Qualifications

The following generally describes the knowledge and ability required to enter the job and/or be learned within a short period of time in order to successfully perform the assigned duties.

Knowledge of:

• Theatrical production protocols.
• Electrics and lighting with regards to safety, hanging, focusing, and programming.
• OSHA Safety standards.
• Producing licensed productions.
• Schedules and time-management.
• Working with children and young people of all abilities.

Ability to:

• Work with limited budgets and resources to create theatrical props designs.
• Communicate with a variety of theatre personnel in a timely and professional manner.
• Oversee volunteers, including many with various skills and abilities.
• Communicate with Production Manager and Production Team.
• Attend Production Meetings.
• Keep accurate records of inventory and purchase requests.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Multi-task at a high level of proficiency.
• Remain calm and clear-headed in stressful or extraordinary circumstances.
• Work in a fast-paced environment.
• Use woodworking tools safely.
• Understand
• Communicate with staff, volunteers, and participants in a kind and respectful manner, both verbally and in writing.

Education and Experience Guidelines - Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

Education/Training:

• Some coursework (or equivalent study) in theatre, technical theatre, electrics/carpentry, scenic painting, graphic design, or a combination thereof.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Some theatrical design experience preferred.
• At least 2 years working in community or professional theatre.

Other Requirements

• Must pass a criminal background check.

Supplemental Information

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT

The conditions herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

• Environment: Office, theatre, and stage environment; exposure to noise, dust.

• Physical: Sufficient physical ability to work in a theatre setting. Walk, stand or sit for prolonged periods of time; moderate or light lifting and carrying; bending, stooping, kneeling, crawling. May be required to push, pull, lift, and/or carry up to 50 pounds.

• Vision: See in the normal visual range with or without correction; vision sufficient to read computer screens and printed documents and to operate equipment.

• Hearing: Hear in the normal audio range with or without correction. The noise level is the work environment is moderate to high.

Definition of a Variable Employee:

• Average weekly hours cannot be determined at date of hire
• Hours may vary from week to week and are anticipated to be 8-20 hours per week with an increase during performance weeks.

HIRING PROCESS

The City evaluates candidates based on the information provided in the online application only. Do not submit resumes and cover letters. To evaluate all candidates fairly and equitably, the City will make all applicants anonymous when we are screening the applications. We will redact information from our application such as your name, address, and other demographics. To help us, please complete the online application form as fully as possible.

• Answer the Supplemental Questions when requested which can be found on the Questions tab of the Job posting.
• We do not accept resumes and cover letters during the anonymous application screening stage, unless otherwise stated in the job description.
• Applicants advancing to the next stage may be required to provide a cover letter, resume, writing sample, and references.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

• All candidates will be required to establish employment authorization and identity at the time of hire. The City is not able to sponsor work visas.
• All positions require the completion of references checks, including at least one prior supervisor.
• Some positions may require completion of a criminal background check prior to start employment
• Some positions may require obtaining a commercial drivers license (CDL), licensures, or additional certifications.

At the City of Bellevue, youll be part of a team committed to providing exceptional customer service, upholding the public interest and advancing the community vision. The six essential and enduring principles that guide our individual actions, our interactions, and our decision making in the City of Bellevue organization is: Exceptional Public Service, Stewardship, Commitment to Employees, Integrity, Innovation, and Diversity, Equity & Inclusion. Youll work in an environment that is innovative, collaborative, future focused, and committed to excellence. Bellevue welcomes the world. Our diversity is our strength. We embrace the future while respecting our past. Its what makes the City of Bellevue an exciting place to work, live, and explore.

Have we piqued your interest yet? Come join our team! The City of Bellevue supports workplace diversity. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, genetic information, disability, age, veteran status, or any other protected status. Persons needing assistance with the application process may call the Human Resources Office, at 425-452-6838 or recruiting@bellevuewa.gov. If you are invited to participate in the selection process and need ADA accommodations, please notify HR before you are scheduled for an interview or testing.

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Seasonal, part-time, and variable employees have no benefits except for mandatory participation in the retirement plan assigned to the position, which will be the Municipal Employees Benefit Trust (MEBT II) retirement plan or the Washington State Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) retirement plan, and any other benefits as required by law.

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APPLICANT NOTICE: Your answers below will be used to review this application. The experience listed here MUST match the work history provided in your application. If your answers do not align, you may edit your application before submitting. Please note, it is not acceptable to use "See Resume" or "See Above" in your answers below and we do not accept resumes as a substitute for a completed application.

• I confirm that the information provided here is consistent with my application.
• I do not agree with the statements above.

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Do you have prior experience in technical theatre production, including but not limited to volunteer, school, community theatre, personal experience, or work experience?

• Yes
• No

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Please describe your experience and how long you have been involved in technical theatre. What areas do you feel are your strengths in technical theatre?

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Which of the following technical skills do you have experience with? (select all that apply)

• Basic programming on a lightboard (e.g., ETC Element)
• Basic programming on a soundboard (e.g., Yamaha SLQ5)
• Scenic or prop construction
• Maintenance or repair of theater equipment
• None of the above

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This is a part-time position with varied schedule (8-15 hours per week). Are you looking for part-time job?

• Yes
• No

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Are you able to work daytime, weekends and evenings as needed for productions and events?

• Yes
• No

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All new hires will be required to establish employment authorization and identity at the time of hire. The city is not able to sponsor work visas. Please confirm work authorization.

• Yes, I have current US work authorization.
• No, I do not have current US work authorization.

Required Question

Employer City of Bellevue

Address PO Box 90012

Bellevue, Washington, 98009

Website http://www.bellevuewa.gov/