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Job Title

Performing Arts Technician I

Classification

Performing Arts Technician I

Auto Req. ID

555873

Salary Range

Classification Range $21.47 - $31.27 per hour

(Hiring range depending on qualifications, not anticipated to exceed $21.47 - $25.15 per hour)

Work Schedule

Intermittent, on an as-needed hourly basis, based on departmental needs. This is a temporary, intermittent position ending on or before June 30, 2027, with the possibility of annual renewal contingent upon available funding and program needs. Hours will not exceed 1,000 per fiscal year. This is a non-benefited position.

Why CSUF

California State University, Fullerton (CSUF) is a leading public university known for its strong academic programs and commitment to student success. As one of the largest campuses in the CSU system, CSUF fosters innovation, collaboration, and professional growth. The university values teaching, research, and service, creating an environment where students, staff, and faculty can thrive. Joining CSUF means becoming part of a dynamic team dedicated to making a meaningful impact. We continuously seek individuals from various career disciplines that share the University's mission and core values. We warmly welcome you to consider joining the Titan Community where minds expand and opportunities flourish.  

Department

The department of Theatre/Dance within the division of Academic Affairs is situated in the heart of Southern California with proximity to the film and television industries of Los Angeles and the performing arts communities and theme park industry of Orange County. We are committed to providing students with real-world training through hands-on curriculum and are dedicated to preparing students for all facets of the theatre industry and academia. In the areas of performance, design, and technical production, high impact practices encourage life-long learning habits, collaborative skills, and team dynamics that prepare students for future success. We strive to create a student-centered educational environment that builds upon the artistic skills of students while preparing them to adapt, innovate, and respond to the ever-changing professional performing arts environment. We seek an exceptional individual to join our team as the Performing Arts Technician I. The ideal candidate in this role should have a positive attitude and an active, energetic mind characterized by highly ethical practices and a commitment to inclusivity, openness, flexibility, integrity, and kindness.

Duties and Responsibilities

The Performing Arts Technician I supports production design, technical implementation, and maintenance for theatrical and performing arts events at Grand Central and the Arena Theatre. This position collaborates with faculty and production staff to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality execution of performances. Assists with load-in, setup, rehearsals, performances, strike, and post-production activities. Supports implementation of scenic, lighting, sound, rigging, and projection elements. Operates production equipment as assigned. Assists in scenic construction and installation. Perform routine maintenance and minor repairs of theatrical equipment. Assists with inventory management and organization of tools and materials. Supports ordering and tracking of production supplies. Other duties as assigned.

Essential Qualifications

Competition of professional training or applicable college coursework and practical experience. A minimum of one year of experience working for a theater, repertory, or stock company engaged in the applicable production specialty such as costume construction, stage and set construction, lighting production, and/or sound and audio production. Working knowledge of design principles and the ability to translate design specifications, blueprints, or drawings into applicable costume, scenery, lighting, and sound production. Ability to identify and appropriate materials and supplies needed for projects and manage materials budgets for production specialty and specific projects. Foundational knowledge of applicable software packages for the production specialty. General knowledge of historical periods as they relate to the production specialty. Working knowledge of and ability to use the patterns, methods, materials, and equipment involved in the construction and reconstruction of costumes and related accessories. Ability to assist in the training and supervision of students involved in productions. General knowledge of methods and problems related to applicable production specialty area.

A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily and is required for employment. CSU will make a conditional offer of employment, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to complete the background check satisfactorily may affect the continued employment of a current CSU employee who was conditionally offered the position.  

Preferred Qualifications

Completion of professional training or relevant college coursework, along with practical experience. A minimum of one year of experience working with a theater, repertory, or stock company in a relevant production specialty, such as costume construction, stage and set construction, lighting production, or sound and audio production, is essential.

Candidates should have a working knowledge of design principles and the ability to translate design specifications, blueprints, or drawings into applicable costumes, scenery, lighting, and sound production. Additionally, they must be able to identify and acquire the appropriate materials and supplies needed for projects, as well as manage material budgets for specific production specialties and projects.

A foundational knowledge of relevant software packages for the production specialty is necessary, along with a general understanding of historical periods as they pertain to the field. Possess working knowledge and the ability to use patterns, methods, materials, and equipment related to the construction and reconstruction of costumes and accessories. The ability to assist in the training and supervision of students involved in productions. A general knowledge of methods and challenges related to the applicable production specialty area is important.

License/Certifications

A valid California driver's license.  

Special Working Conditions

Notice of Non-Discrimination on the Basis of Gender or Sex and Contact Information for Title IX Coordinator

Ability to climb ladders, upwards of 12 to 20 feet tall and work on catwalks at heights of 20 to 40 feet. Working in various light levels and sound levels. Ability to move and lift heavy equipment. Ability to concentrate and multi-task under tight timelines and pressure.

Additional Information

California State University, Fullerton is committed to fostering an environment where students, staff, administrators, and faculty thrive. We welcome individuals ready to make an impact on student and staff success to apply and become part of the Titan Community. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who self-disclose.

Cal State Fullerton is an equal opportunity employer that prohibits discrimination based on regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity, national origin, or any other protected status.

As of January 1, 2022, the CSU Out-of-State Employment Policy prohibits the hiring of employees to perform CSU-related work outside the state of California.

The person holding this position is considered a general mandated reporter under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and must comply with the requirement outlined in CSU Executive Order 1083, revised July 21, 2017.

Applicants will be required to disclose whether they have received a final administrative decision or final judicial decision determining that they have committed sexual harassment within the last 7 years only after a determination is made that they meet the minimum qualifications for the position, and before an offer of employment is extended. Applicants who reach the final stages of the application process must also sign a release form that authorizes the release of information by the applicant's current and/or former employers to the CSU concerning any substantiated allegations of misconduct.

Multiple positions may be hired from this recruitment based on the strength of the applicant pool.

If you are applying for a staff position, please note that you are not eligible to work concurrently in a staff position and an Academic Student position such as a Graduate Assistant, Teaching Associate, Instructional Student Assistant, or Student Assistant position.

Regular attendance is considered an essential job function; the inability to meet attendance requirements may preclude the employee from retaining employment.

Employee/applicant who applies for a position may be required to successfully complete job-related performance test(s) as part of the selection process.  

Online application/resume must be received by electronic submission on the final filing date by 9:00 PM (Pacific Standard Time)/midnight (Eastern Standard Time). Applicants who fail to complete all sections of the online application form will be disqualified from consideration. 

California State University, Fullerton is not currently sponsoring any new H-1B petitions for staff, management, or faculty positions.

Effective October 1, 2025, the California State University (CSU) will implement a salary step structure for CSUEU-represented employees in bargaining units 2, 5, 7, and 9. This position may be subject to changes resulting from this implementation, in alignment with the provisions of the collective bargaining agreement.

Hiring Preference

On-Campus CSUEU Employees

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