Theatre Technician
YMCA Calgary
Locations: Shane Homes YMCA at Rocky Ridge and Brookfield Residential YMCA at Seton
Start Date: Immediately
Salary: 20.30/hour to $25.37/hour
Why should you join our team?
YMCA Calgary is a charity that ignites the potential in Calgarians. Since our inception in 1902, we have evolved into a vibrant organization operating in every quadrant of the city.
Guided by our core values of honesty, caring, respect and responsibility, YMCA Calgary offers a growing hub of programming & services to address the needs of our community including connection and belonging, physical and mental wellbeing, child-care support, language instruction, affordable tutoring and more. We also ensure that no one is turned away, lowering financial barriers for youth, adults and families through the generous donations of our community. This impact takes place across our 7 health and wellness facilities, 6 childcare centres, 2 outdoor camps and 12+ community programs, empowering people of all ages and life stages to belong, grow, thrive and lead.
Theatre Technician (Part-Time) – 2 Positions
You can make a significant impact in the community while enjoying a fun work culture and many of the benefits offered by YMCA Calgary:
- Complimentary YMCA Calgary membership, including a linked membership for dependent children.
- Program discounts.
- Ongoing leadership development and opportunities.
- Leadership award and scholarship opportunities.
- Paid recertification and training.
What You Will Do at YMCA Calgary
The Theatre Technician is responsible for the safe and successful execution of productions and events, working collaboratively to ensure an excellent customer and client experience.
Duties and Responsibilities include:
- Oversee and operate house equipment (lighting, sound, AV, clearcom, and other gear) for productions and events (both in-house and rentals).
- Ensure and/or undertake the safe and appropriate rigging of all equipment, including overhead gear (lighting, AV, sound, draperies, etc.).
- Supervise and assist with load-in and strike as required.
- Supervise events, ensuring clients, workers, volunteers, and patrons operate safely and appropriately according to health and safety, fire regulations, and other protocols.
- Undertake the hanging, rigging, patching, testing, and focusing required for lighting, sound, AV, and other event needs.
- Provide design input for the house hang and ensure/undertake restoration of the venue to the house hang position as required.
- Troubleshoot and resolve minor problems that may arise during technical rehearsals, set-up, and performances.
- Ensure the space and its equipment are treated safely and appropriately.
- Effectively communicate in a variety of settings.
- Work collaboratively with colleagues to ensure optimal delivery of customer/client experience and consistency in programme offerings.
- Be available to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.
What Qualifications We Are Looking For
At YMCA Calgary, we strive to ensure our employees are a fit based on their strengths, interests, and future goals. The successful candidate will possess the following:
Experience and Skills
- Experience working as a theatre technician and/or related education in the field.
- Experience with programming and operation of lighting consoles (e.g., Element or similar).
- Experience in live sound mixing.
- Experience with digital sound processing and related equipment (e.g., Yamaha TF3 or similar) and analogue consoles (e.g., Soundcraft GB8 or similar).
- Experience with AV equipment (e.g., Panasonic PTDz870 or similar).
- Working knowledge of safe rigging practices.
- Experience working with and running crews.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Organizational and scheduling skills.
- Computer literacy in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Working knowledge of Vectorworks and QLab is considered an asset.
Certifications and Requirements
- Fall Protection certification (YMCA will provide training for recertification as needed).
- Current Standard First Aid with CPR-C certification, issued within the last 12 months by an approved AB OHS provider.
- Asset: Certification issued by the Canadian Red Cross, Heart and Stroke Foundation, Lifesaving Society, St. John’s Ambulance, and/or Canadian Ski Patrol.
- Evidence of a cleared police security clearance, including a Vulnerable Sector Search.
- Three professional references required.
YMCA Calgary Core Competencies
Our diverse team is committed to making a positive community impact. Successful staff and volunteers model and commit to the following competencies:
- Developing Self and Others: Developing people with a view toward present and future capacity.
- Building Purposeful Relationships: Relating to people authentically with their best interests in mind.
- Creating a Culture of Community: Gathering people to purpose and vision.
- Making Intentional Impact: Intending to make a difference every day.
- Thinking and Acting Strategically: Applying thoughts, words, and actions in service of the vision.
- Applying Business Acumen: Demonstrating excellence in technical skills and stewarding the YMCA Business Model.
- Innovating: The ability to know your environment, initiate, and respond effectively to changing conditions.
Application Details
All applications are to be submitted online. Please note that evidence of a clear Police Information Check with Vulnerable Sector Search is a requirement for employment.
YMCA Calgary is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants must have legal authorization to work in Canada (Canadian Citizenship, Permanent Residency, or a valid Canadian work permit).
Potential candidates will only be contacted if selected for an interview. This posting will close once a suitable candidate is found.
All applications are to be submitted online but for any position specific concerns or questions, please contact careers@ymcacalgary.org.
