Stage Crew / Audio Video Technician | Part-Time | Federal Way Performing Arts and Event Center

Oak View Group

Oak View Group is the global leader in venue development, management, and premium hospitality services for the live event industry. Offering an unmatched, 360-degree solution set for a collection of world-class owned venues and a client roster that includes the most influential, highest attended arenas, convention centers, music festivals, performing arts centers, and cultural institutions on the planet.

Position Summary

The Stage Crew / Audio Visual Technicians are responsible for assisting with the assembling, disassembling, and maintenance of stages during theater productions. They provide assistance backstage before, during, and directly after productions for a variety of technical needs. Help setting up and testing sound, lighting, and other equipment according to set requirements. They are also responsible to provide support, set up, tear down, and complete maintenance of all audio video and stage equipment to be used at the venue in the theater and event spaces offered. 

This role pays an hourly rate of $27.00-$30.00.

Benefits for Part-Time roles: 401(k) Savings Plan and 401(k) matching.

EVERGREEN ROLE: Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis; there is no application deadline.

About the Venue

The Federal Way Performing Arts and Event Center is a multipurpose venue designed to host theater, music, dance, art and spoken-word performances. Adjoining event spaces can host more than 300 for gala seating, or be transformed into settings ideal for conferences, seminars, meetings and weddings. Majestic mountain views are abundant from the PAEC’s perch above the city, an enchanting backdrop for striking event photographs. The center’s premier location in South King County, just 20 minutes south of Sea-Tac Airport, is ideal for business, educational, social, charitable and private events. 

Responsibilities

• Supply stage and AV support to all events, shows, concerts, conferences, meetings, weddings, etc.
• Aid touring shows with tie-in to house system as needed.
• Support technical needs during set up and while running the event.
• Provide setup and tear down of all portable systems throughout the venue.
• Set up and tear down of orchestra shell, orchestra ceiling, and soft goods.
• Operate fly rail system.
• Stage setup to include risers, soft goods, lighting, and instruments.
• Maintain a high standard of customer service to all clients and employees with AV/stage needs.
• Maintain equipment storage, ensure orderly and clean storage spaces.
• Maintain good working releationships with all vendors and clients.
• Coordinate with Production Supervisor, Operations Manager, Event Manager, and General Manager on set up needs, AV requirements, and more as required.
• Assist with the set up and tear down of pipe and drape, tables, chairs, and other equipment as needed in theater and meeting spaces.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned. 

Qualifications

• High school diploma.
• Previous audio visual or stagehand experience required.
• 2-3 years stagehand experience preferred.
• Ability to collaborate with others and take direction.
• Willingness to work after hours and meet deadlines.
• Ability to focus under pressure.
• Excellent stamina and strength.
• Experience with sound, lighting, and video equipment preferred including wireless mics, mixers, speakers, video boards, etc.
• Working knowledge of DMX controls is a plus.
• Exposure to Windows operating system.
• Flexibility to work varying hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays, depending on event schedules.

Physical Demands:

• Requires frequent walking/standing (possibly on uneven surfaces), climbing, stooping, kneeling, crawling, working in cramped positions while reaching, pushing, pulling, driving, lifting and carrying up to 60 lbs. on a daily basis.
• Ability to frequently and safely climb and navigate stairs, work on roofs and catwalks over 50ft high.
• Good hand-eye coordination and reflexes for the safe operation of equipment.
• Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and abililty to adjust focus with or without corrective lenses. 

Work Environment:

• This position requires work inside and/or outside of the building as needed by events and is subject to changing climate and adverse weather conditions.
• The worker is subjected to noise.
• Noise levels will vary depending on job task and events in the building and is generally minimal to moderate during non-event days and moderate to loud during events.
• Knowledge of safe operation of tools and equipment such as service carts, scissor lifts, etc.
• Management reserves the right to ask crew to stay on site and on duty during paid lunch breaks, when the event schedule requires it. 

Strengthened by our Differences. United to Make a Difference

At OVG, we understand that to continue positively disrupting the sports and live entertainment industry, we need a diverse team to help us do it. We also believe that inclusivity drives innovation, strengthens our people, improves our service, and raises our excellence. Our success is rooted in creating environments that reflect and celebrate the diverse communities in which we operate and serve, and this is the reason we are committed to amplifying voices from all different backgrounds.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Oak View Group is committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally recognized basis (“protected class”) including, but not limited to veteran status, uniform service member status, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information or any other protected class under federal, state, or local law.