Carnegie Mellon School of Music seeks individuals with Technical Direction experience and scenic fabrication skills to work with student designers in the creation and installation of scenery for the School of Music's fall and winter opera productions. This is an hourly position, with fluctuating hours from week to week. Individual must be able to read drawings, collaborate with colleagues, supervise crew and work unsupervised. The Technical Director will be responsible for installing the scenery in our theater space, supervising technical rehearsals and being on call during the 4 performances. Requires applied knowledge of materials handling, installation, assembly and safe rigging practices. Daytime and evening hours vary per the schedule.
Your core responsibilities will include:
Actual responsibilities will vary depending on job function. Functional areas could include audio, piano, print shop, etc.
Other duties as assigned.
Flexibility, excellence, and passion are vital qualities within Computing Services. Inclusion, collaboration, and cultural sensitivity are valued competencies at CMU. Therefore, we are in search of a team member who is able to effectively interact with a varied population of internal and external partners at a high level of integrity. We are looking for someone who shares our values and who will support the mission of the university through their work.
Qualifications:
High School or GED
1-3 years of relevant work experience
A combination of education and relevant experience from which comparable knowledge is demonstrated may be considered.
Requirements:
Successful background check
Training:
OSHA - Hazardous Materials Safety Training
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Benefits eligible employees enjoy a wide array of benefits including comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision insuranceas well as a generous retirement savings program with employer contributions. Unlock your potential with tuition benefits, take well-deserved breaks with ample paid time off and observed holidays, and rest easy with life and accidental death and disability insurance.
Additional perks include a free Pittsburgh Regional Transit bus pass, access to our Family Concierge Team to help navigate childcare needs, fitness center access, and much more!
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Location
Pittsburgh, PA
Job Function
Technicians
Position Type
Staff – Fixed Term (Fixed Term)
Full Time/Part time
Part time
Pay Basis
Hourly
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