Theater Technician

Theater Technicians play vital production roles on all performances and events at Drexel University’s Mandell Theater and URBN Annex Black Box Theater. Theater Technicians must have solid working knowledge of both light board and sound board programming.

• Serve as light board operator, sound board operator, projectionist, stage floor manager, crew, fly operator, or other production roles as assigned and may vary by event
• Operate special effects and/or spotlights
• Hang and focus lighting equipment
• Hang drops, legs and scenery
• Move scenery, props and furniture 
• Assist load-ins and set-ups, as well as load-outs and strikes before and after performances and events 
• Clear and clean the stage and backstage area before and after performances and events
• Other duties as assigned

• Minimum of a HS Diploma or GED
• Minimum of 1 year of related experience
• Working knowledge of both light board and sound board programming
• Ability to work flexible hours which include days, evenings, and weekends

• Comfort with ladders and genies for hanging and focusing lighting equipment
• Basic carpentry skills to assist with the building and setting up scenery
• Ability to collaborate with teams that produce and present performances and events

• Typically standing, walking
• Typically bending, crouching, stooping
• Typically running, climbing
• Lifting demands ≤ 50lbs

• University City - Philadelphia, PA

This is a Part-Time per diem position classified as Non-Exempt. The offered pay is based on the successful candidate’s qualifications and experience, department budget, and an internal equity review.

For information about benefits, please review Drexel’s Per Diem/Casual/Temporary Benefit Fact Sheet.

Special Instructions to the Applicant
Please make sure you upload your CV/resume and cover letter when submitting your application.

A review of applicants will begin once a suitable candidate pool is identified.

Advertised: Jul 15 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: Aug 15 2026 Eastern Daylight Time

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