Rechercher CITT/ICTS

Job Description / Duties

Responsibilities:
• Reporting to the venue Technical Director, the technician provides support for the assigned rental/activity,
including:
o Preparation and rigging of stage sets, equipment, props, and stage resources;
o Preparation and rigging of lighting, sound, and projection equipment;
o Working on load-in, setup, tear-down, and load outs, as required and as assigned;
o Running crew for performances, including the running of audio, lighting, and video consoles,
counterweight fly systems, and backstage operations, as required and as assigned;
o Occasional props, scenery, or stage equipment maintenance;
o Occasional preparation and maintenance of wardrobe;
o Occasional painting of stage, sets, props, and touchups as needed;
o Assisting with ensuring that working areas and equipment are kept in a clean, tidy, and safe
condition;
o Working in accordance with the Health and Safety policies and legislation in force;
o Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications / Required Skills

Ideal Experiences and Skills:
• Outstanding collaborator and team player – with a positive attitude and problem-solving focus.
• Able to handle intense, stressful or emergent situations with grace, good humour, excellent
communication & strong conflict resolution skills.
• A passion for the arts, in all its forms (theatre, music, dance, educational, etc.)
• Maintains a professional appearance and demeanor at all times, punctual and reliable.
• Previous experience an asset: QLab, ETC Eos Lighting Consoles, DiGiCo Sound Consoles; hanging, focusing
lights; installing sound equipment; operating sound or lighting for shows; running crew or similar.
• Certificates in Basic First Aid (formally Emergency First Aid Level 1), fall arrest, and lift training are an asset
but not required at time of hiring.

Qualifications:
• The ability to lift at least 50lbs.
• Comfort working at heights.
• An interest in all aspects of technical theatre, with some experience demonstrated, at any level.
o The ideal candidate might have demonstrated practical, hands-on experience in professional
technical theatre and/or formal training in technical theatre;
o The ideal candidate may also have an understanding of modern stage equipment including lighting,
sound, rigging, painting and scenery construction techniques;
• Experience in carpentry, paint, rigging, lighting or electrical work are assets
• A team player, willing to learn, ready to “pitch in”, and able to get along well with others by responding to
others in a helpful and positive manner, including liaising with clients & artists.
• Manages stress well, and exhibits excellent interpersonal skills, tact and diplomacy.
• Willing to work a flexible schedule that includes some evenings, weekends, late nights and early mornings
as the production schedule requires.

Additional Information

Position Details
• This is an ongoing, full-time with a variable schedule. Flexibility is essential as shifts are scheduled 3-4
weeks ahead of time and are based on venue bookings with most shifts on weekday evenings, or on
weekends. The shift length ranges between 3-14 hours. Our venues are particularly active between
September and June each year.
• The role is based in Kamloops, BC
• Wage starts at $19.00 per hour with a scheduled increase after a 3-month probationary period.
• This role’s location is subject for review entering the 2025-2026 season.
• New hires are subject to the following conditions of employment:
o Must be able to legally work in Canada.
o Must provide a recent & clear police information check.

Salary: $19/hr with scheduled increase

Contact Information

Please express your interest by sending a cover letter, resume, & two professional references to:
Marta Oraniewicz, Venue Services Director
 marta@wctlive.ca 

Submissions will be reviewed starting May 14, 2025 and will continue until the role has been filled. We thank all who express
interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Employer Profile

Western Canada Theatre (WCT) is searching for Full-Time THEATRE TECHNICIAN to support our venue operations
at the Sagebrush Theatre. Our theatre Technicians are the energy and person-power behind our productions, and
fill a vital role in the creation of theatre, music & dance in Kamloops. Fulfilling many tasks to support our
productions, activities & workshops, the technician may be called upon to serve in a variety of capacities, in their
areas of expertise or interest. This position provides a great opportunity to build skills in all aspects of technical
theatre, under experienced mentors and team leaders. Hours are dependent on the programming needs of our
venues & activities, and vary seasonally, with the busiest season between September and June of each year.