2nd Electrician

Company Overview

About Us 

The Arts Club Theatre Company is Canada’s largest year-round not-for-profit theatre company. Now entering our 61st season, the Arts Club offers the best in professional theatre and has staged over 650 productions. Arts Club is grateful to have our offices, rehearsal halls, workshops, and theatres on the unceded, ancestral and traditional shared lands of the xmθkwym (Musqueam), Skwxwú7mesh (Squamish), and Slílwta/Selilwitulh (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations. 

We are British Columbia’s largest non-profit cultural employer—hiring more than 500 artists, staff, and crew to stage up to 20 shows annually. We educate and cultivate students and theatre lovers of all ages—over 2,500 people engage in our education and professional development programs annually. We support artists and other arts organizations through professional engagement activities, believing firmly that an investment in the industry benefits all. We are a major economic driver in the areas surrounding our venues—our theatres attract a quarter million theatre patrons to dine and shop in the South Granville, Olympic Village, and Granville Island neighbourhoods.

 Our Mission

 To inspire and nurture artists and audiences through cultural experiences that are engaging, thought-provoking, and artistically innovative.

 Our Vision 

A community that, through storytelling, is inspired to reflect on who we are and who we can be.

 Our Values

v  Determination: We have the drive to continue to move forward, with a respectful nod to our tenacious past and a fearless embrace of our future. It is through this forward momentum that we ensure we are the artistic leaders of our community.

v  Curiosity: We have a strong desire to know more; about ourselves, our art, and our patrons. This spirit is reflected in our willingness to make room for diversity of thought. This exploration of different viewpoints and ideas is reflected in our engagement with each other, with our art, our peers, and our community.

v  Creativity: We use our imaginations to explore our artistic practice and champion innovation in all the work that we do. We believe in the depth of our local talent and use our resources to showcase it.

v  Comradery: We interact with each other with good-fellowship and levity.  Our spirit of generosity and warmth is seen in our empathy towards each other, our artists, our patrons, and our community. This allows us to embrace differences and makes us stronger.

v  Safety: The health and well-being of each other and our community informs our work and creates a safe, inviting, and inclusive space for all who enter and interact with us. We commit to constantly review our practices to ensure they are anti-racist and non-discriminatory. We are fiercely dedicated to being an organization that continually respects, champions, and uplifts underrepresented voices in all jobs. 

We also strive to provide a safe work environment, both physically and mentally, and we have made ongoing commitments to inclusion, anti-racism and anti-oppression. We want the stories we work together to tell to have nuanced and varied perspectives.

Job Description

JOB SUMMARY

The Second Electrician is a permanent part-time role, part of our fit-up and running crews. This role will work under the supervision of the Stanley Theatre Technical Director. Scheduling of this position will be as required, depending on the specific demands of each production.  This is a unionized position under the Arts Club Theatre Company/I.A.T.S.E. 118 Collective agreement. 

This position will act as an assistant position to the Head Electricians at the various venues. The Second Electrician may be asked to step in and lead the crew through the hang, focus, level sessions and show runs as well as acting in the same capacity for the Sound department on smaller shows. They will also provide swing relief as a running crew position. 

We are looking for a reliable team-mate, who looks to support a production through technical excellence. The successful applicant will be excellent at trouble shooting issues,and have a broad general knowledge of theatrical lighting.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Programming and operation of computer lighting boards (ETC ION) and all components of the lighting system.
• Operation of sound for pre-recorded sound (QLab).
• Assist with all aspects of pre-production as it relates to electrics/sound/video.
• Read, understand and implement Lighting Designer plots and associated paperwork.
• Hang, Focus and Maintain a wide range of theatrical fixtures.
• Supervise lighting/sound/video installations when required.
• Be part of running crew and assist on theatre rentals when required.
• Assist with ongoing maintenance, organization and purchasing of consumables.
• Assist other stage crew during show (e.g. during scene changes).
• Assist with occupational safety and health of workers; keep work area safe, tidy and hygienic.

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

·         Proficient in programming and operation of computer lighting boards (ETC ION) and all components of the lighting system.

·         Able to read and understand Lighting Designer plots and associated paperwork.

·         Proficient with networking, troubleshooting, and maintaining IP-based transmission protocols for Sound, Lights and Video.

·         Ability to work under tight time constraints.

·         Ability to communicate effectively in writing and orally.

·         Ability to problem solve and think on your feet.

·         Ability to lift heavy objects safely.

·         Ability to work at heights.

·         Broad knowledge in theatrical lighting procedures, problem solving, time management tools and theatre products.  

·         Proficient working knowledge of counter weighted fly systems and the set-up, rigging and strike of lighting equipment.

·         Operation and maintenance of motorized stage equipment control systems.

·         Ability to supervise LX hang, focus, and strike crews.

MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS

·         Minimum of three (3) years experience as a stage electrician working for a professional theatre company.

·         Experience working in a Fly House and the ability to work at heights and climb ladders.

·         LPEC certificate.

·         Able to repeatedly lift, push or maneuver heavy loads, either alone or with assistance from others.

·         Valid Driver’s License.

CONDITIONS AND REMUNERATION

·         Work is based on a permanent part-time schedule.

o   There are no guaranteed minimum weekly hours

o   Information regarding scheduled hours will be given well in advance

During Installations and Tech weeks there may be work scheduled in excess of 40 hours per week.

·         Overtime hours worked can be banked and paid out at the employee’s discretion.

·         Work will take place at all three ACTC venues.

·         Hourly rate is set by IATSE 118 Collective Agreement (Sept 23: $30.72/hr).

BENEFITS

·         Option to be included in IATSE RRSP Matching Program.

·         Comprehensive Benefits Package through IATSE Local 118.

·         Vacation days and PTO for illness and emergency as defined by the ACTC/IATSE CBA.

·         4 Complimentary tickets to every production.

·         Invitation to dress rehearsals.

·         Invitation to first rehearsal, and other artistic initiatives.

·         Discount on all bar and concession items in our venues.

Where will preference be given?

 ·         Preference will be given to candidates whom are members of IATSE local 118.

·         Experience in programming and running sound control for both live mix and pre-recorded sound as well as projection (Q-Lab) is considered an asset.

·         Limited Entertainment (LE) or Full Entertainment (FE) certificate is an asset.

·         Fall Arrest Certification.

·         OFA Level 1 certificate.

·         Pyrotechnic and/or Firearms certificate.  

·         More than 3 years’ experience as a Head Electrician.

·         Candidates with experience working with Windows and Apple computer operating systems and computer networking.