Master Technician (West Side YMCA)
Part-Time / Regular
$25.00 - $30.00 Hourly

The YMCA of Greater New York is here for all New Yorkers — to empower youth, improve health, and strengthen community. Founded in 1852, today the Y serves a diverse population of more than half a million New Yorkers who learn, grow, and thrive through programs and services at our 24 branches. Community is the cornerstone of the Y. Together, we connect active, engaged New Yorkers to build stronger communities.

To help fulfill our mission, we cultivate a culture of learning, leading, and collaboration to enhance community impact. Through our talented staff and “LEAP” career framework (Leadership, Empowerment, Accountability, Personal Growth), we are committed to a people-first approach that fosters trust, inclusion, growth, and development for all.

The West Side YMCA is seeking a reliable and organized Master Technician, with a flexible, "can-do" attitude and a
familiarity with all aspects of theater and film production, and stage management
for part-time, occasional employment as needed by organization. Candidate must
be able to work with a creative team, assist director and stage manager,
oversee strike and load in, help construct sets/set pieces, run technical
rehearsals, light or sound boards and oversee all technical operations in the
theater.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee load-in and strike for
  rentals and in-house performances. 
• Facilitate production meetings
  with potential vendors and clients.
• Provide recommendations for
  theater safety and functionality.
• Ensure theater remains in
  pristine condition and safety codes are observed.
• Undertake small set builds and
  oversee sets being put up for productions.
• Troubleshoot as needed during
  the run of shows.
• Maintain inventory of
  equipment and notify supervisor of purchasing needs.
• Upkeep and cleaning of
  equipment and theater spaces.
• Must be able to run basic
  sound and/or lights.
• Must have a knowledge of the
  following: automated lights, sound
  board, microphones, lavalieres, projection, and various other sound
  equipment. Light boards, hanging and focusing lights, operating house
  dimming equipment, cutting, and placing gels, various other lighting needs
  and responsibilities. Q-Lab. Carpentry, painting, and various other
  set construction skills. Should be able to work with scenic designers in
  the drafting, execution and building of sets.
• Evaluate existing designs and
  suggesting changes where necessary.
• Design sound/light plans for
  each show.
• Coordinate with production
  staff to ensure that designs fit within the larger context of the
  production elements.
• Consult with Technical Director
  on upgrades, maintenance of equipment.
• Ability to design full sets.
• Ability to lead others in
  their area of expertise (sound, light, carpentry).
• Experience working with
  outside vendors regarding rentals.
• Assist as Run Crew for in-house
  and rentals and needed.
• Ability
  to work with buildings & properties staff and building security.

Desired Skills & Experience:

• Bachelor's Degree in Theater Tech or Production or equivalent work experience.
• Minimum of two (2) years in the professional theater experience as a technician.

Benefits:
The YMCA of Greater New York offers a variety of benefits to its staff members including retirement benefits, medical, paid time off, free YMCA membership, and more! Benefit eligibility is determined by an individual’s employment status (i.e., full-time or part-time), tenure and/or the number of hours scheduled to work. Click here for more information.

How to Apply:
If you would like to be a member of our dynamic team, please complete our online application and submit your résumé and a thoughtful cover letter that explains your interest in the role and our organization.

If you are a current YMCA employee, please submit your application through the Internal Career Site in Cornerstone.