What are the responsibilities and job description for the Theater Technician position at City of Farmington?
JOB OPENING
CITY OF FARMINGTON
JOB POSITION #217 Theater Technician
NUMBER OF VACANCIES: 1
DEPARTMENT: Cultural Affairs
WORK LOCATION: Varies between theaters
TYPE OF POSITION: Temporary, Part-time
HIRING RANGE: $16.00/ Hour
DAYS WORKED: Varies
HOURS WORKED: Varies
APPLICATIONS WILL BE RECEIVED: Tuesday, March 3rd, 2026
JOB DUTIES
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
Works under the supervision of the Technical Director to perform technical theater services such as lighting and sound engineering, set design, and stage management for live performances, meetings/conferences, and events at the Farmington Civic Center, Sandstone Amphitheater at Lions Wilderness Park, and Totah Theater. The Totah Theater is also fitted with a full cinema package which is operated by the Technical Theater team. This role may involve setting up, operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting technical equipment, as well as assisting with stage setups and breakdowns.
Set up and operate lighting and sound equipment. Adjust lighting cues in collaboration with the lighting designer. Assist in mixing sound and balancing levels for microphones, speakers, and effects. Troubleshoot lighting and sound issues during rehearsals and performances. Maintain lighting and sound equipment to ensure proper functioning.
Assist with building and maintaining sets. Move and adjust props, furniture, and equipment during performances. Set up and manage stage entrances and exits for actors.
Assist with rehearsals to ensure the technical aspects are aligned with the director's or organizer's vision.
Collaborate with designers, directors, and other technical staff to ensure smooth execution of the production.
Work with and assists the Civic Center staff in operation and troubleshooting of the Audio/Video systems in the exhibition halls.
Maintain a clean and organized workspace.
Adhere to all safety protocols and guidelines.
Using excellent customer service skills, establishes and maintains effective working relationships with other employees, officials, and all members of the general public.
Acts as a community contact and representative of the City of Farmington.
Operates a motor vehicle to assist in carrying out the business of the department and the City. Set up and tear down of equipment for events, including electrical, sound and stage.
Assists in maintaining continuity of the show.
Attendance at work is an essential function of this position.
NON-ESSENTIAL DUTIES
The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or logical assignment to the position.
QUALIFICATIONS
This position is subject to the City's Drug and Alcohol Free Workplace Program. This includes: pre employment testing, post-accident testing, reasonable suspicion testing, return-to-duty testing, and follow-up testing.
Extensive background checks required.
Valid New Mexico Drivers license is required.
A minimum of one (1) year experience in performance productions preferred.
Ability to work a varied work schedule to include evenings and weekends. Ability to work harmoniously with a wide range of people.
Ability to operate tools and equipment listed.
TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED
Light board and equipment, sound boards and equipment, personal computer, cell phone, "clear com" systems, various power tools or portable radio, "genie" personnel lifts as well as various theatre technical equipment.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to walk, sit and talk or hear. The employee is often required to use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is often required to climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision and hearing abilities required by this job include close vision, and the ability to adjust focus and hear details.
Will be required to work at heights up to 25 feet from ground level.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee frequently works in outside weather conditions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee frequently works in outside weather conditions. The employee is frequently exposed to wet, hot and/or humid conditions.
The noise level in the work environment is often moderate to loud.
WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER, M/F/D/V
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