Theatre Technician

Company Overview

Our Vision:

At the Toronto Catholic District School Board, we transform the world through witness, faith, innovation and action. Servant-leadership that is visionary, empowering and inclusive is a fundamental characteristic of our Board.  We seek colleagues who demonstrate a powerful personal mission and commitment through action to these principles. We are committed to fairly and objectively recruiting and selecting leaders and staff who are excellent role models, visionary and innovative, student-focused, committed to diversity, inclusion and equity and are also collaborative in building a Catholic community.

TORONTO CATHOLIC DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARD:

 The TCDSB is an inclusive learning community rooted in the love of Christ. We educate students to grow in grace and knowledge and to lead lives of faith, hope and charity. At Toronto Catholic, we have a long and distinguished history of providing excellence in Catholic education for the Toronto community. Catholic Social Teachings, the Ontario Catholic School Graduate Expectations and the Board’s Pastoral Plan are foundational to our exemplary approach to teaching and learning in the 21st century.

 The TCDSB is proud to be a significant part of the fabric of publicly-funded Catholic education in the province of Ontario. We serve more than 84,000 students in more than 195 Catholic schools in the city of Toronto and represent close to 475 000 catholic school supporters.

Job Description

                                                                                           APPLICATIONS ARE INVITED FOR THE POSITION OF

THEATRE TECHNICIAN – CARDINAL CARTER ACADEMY FOR THE ARTS

CUPE LOCAL 1328 OFFICE, CLERICAL AND TECHNICAL EMPLOYEES

Salary Range - $1,762.43 - $2,047.41 Biweekly

(Inclusive of Benefit and Pension Plan Entitlements)

Our Vision:

At the Toronto Catholic District School Board, we transform the world through witness, faith, innovation and action. Servant-leadership that is visionary, empowering and inclusive is a fundamental characteristic of our Board.  We seek colleagues who demonstrate a powerful personal mission and commitment through action to these principles. We are committed to fairly and objectively recruiting and selecting leaders and staff who are excellent role models, visionary and innovative, student-focused, committed to diversity, inclusion and equity and are also collaborative in building a Catholic community.

 TORONTO CATHOLIC DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARD:

 The TCDSB is an inclusive learning community rooted in the love of Christ. We educate students to grow in grace and knowledge and to lead lives of faith, hope and charity. At Toronto Catholic, we have a long and distinguished history of providing excellence in Catholic education for the Toronto community. Catholic Social Teachings, the Ontario Catholic School Graduate Expectations and the Board’s Pastoral Plan are foundational to our exemplary approach to teaching and learning in the 21st century.

 The TCDSB is proud to be a significant part of the fabric of publicly-funded Catholic education in the province of Ontario. We serve more than 84,000 students in more than 195 Catholic schools in the city of Toronto and represent close to 475 000 catholic school supporters.

 PLEASE NOTE:     

1. IN ORDER TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION, THE INCUMBENT MUST BE A PRACTICING ROMAN CATHOLIC VERIFIED THROUGH A PASTORAL REFERENCE FROM A ROMAN CATHOLIC PARISH PRIEST
2. THE WORK SCHEDULE FOR THIS POSITION IS 12 MONTHS

 QUALIFICATIONS:

• Two-year college diploma in technical theatre training (e.g., Theatre Arts, Theatre Production) or equivalent
• Minimum 6 months prior related experience
• Main stage experience would be an asset

 DUTIES:

Reporting to and under the direction of Principal, this position will provide technical and logistical support for school productions.  Duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

• Participate with the Arts staff to determine the technical and stage requirements for school productions
• Operate the sound, lighting and fly functions during internal and external performances
• Participate in the Theatre Tech Club and provide guidance and technical direction as required
• Liaise with community group permit holders regarding equipment needs
• Arrange performance venues, check performance space and on site equipment required
• Order additional equipment from the Board or outside agencies as needed
• Maintain the inventory of theatre and arts related materials, supplies and equipment
• Ensure the storage, upkeep and security of all equipment including props and costumes
• Follow up with the Purchasing Department regarding new equipment, delivery dates, installation, and modifications as required
• Make equipment and facilities available to other schools within the Board as requested
• Maintain and operate the concession booth
• Perform other duties as assigned or required

 The successful incumbent will be required to work evenings and weekends, in order to provide technical support to students during rehearsals and performances. 

 As such, the employee’s daily work schedule will involve staggered hours scheduled throughout the year by the Principal.  The staggered work schedule may change according to the needs of the school (i.e. rehearsal changes etc.).

 If the staggered work schedule results in the incumbent working outside the band hours of 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., a shift premium will be applied to the employee’s salary accordingly.

 PLEASE NOTE: A SKILLS ASSESSMENT WILL BE CONDUCTED.  

Diversity and Inclusion:

Consistent with the TCDSB’s Employment Equity policy, the TCDSB is strongly committed to fostering a diverse workforce. We especially welcome applications from individuals who would contribute to the further diversification of our staff, including but not limited to, those who are members of groups protected by the Human Rights Code. You are invited to voluntarily indicate if you identify as such a person. This information will be kept confidential.

Barrier-Free Recruitment and Selection:

TCDSB embraces the principles of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and as such, is committed to creating an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process.

Please inform the Human Resources department at the time of your application of any requirement for an accommodation. Accommodations will be provided in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code.

Interested applicants are asked to submit a completed résumé and cover letter no later than Friday, April 28, 2023.

Applications are to be submitted online through ApplyToEducation at:

https://network.applytoeducation.com/Applicant/AttJobPosting.aspx?JOB_POSTING_ID=743f1bd7-a53a-4f18-a78e-7fcc905f04f1&MAF=0

We thank all applicants, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.