Senior Technical Assistant-Audio Engineer

Job Description

*This position is evergreen and always accepting applications.*

Position: Sr. Technical Assistant- Audio Engineer

Department: Parks, Recreation & Arts - LPAC

Salary: Range:$26.52-$30.70/hour

Classification: Temporary

Non-Exempt – Overtime Eligible

Job Summary:

The position operates under the supervision of the LPAC Stage Manager and is responsible for one or more of the following: mixing/programming audio for in-house, touring and rental artists as required, audio support and setups for outdoor events as needed and audio equipment maintenance.

The position is highly visible and requires extensive contact with amateur and professional performing arts organizations, as well as the general public. The position supervises Stage Assistants.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None

Example of Duties & Responsibilities:

Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

Familiarity with live audio mixing and stage audio setup requirements

Yamaha CL-5 console mixing and Dante/Rio protocols

Soundcraft Qu series mixing

Counterweight rigging and fly rail operation skills

Personnel lift operation skills

Setting audio stage plots, audio snake cabling, distro power feeds

Ability to set and complete goals with minimal supervision

Ability to work accurately, under pressure, on multiple tasks

Experience working in a roadhouse

Knowledge of audio maintenance procedures

Ability to operate Yamaha mixing control and apps

Experience in audio mixing for dance, music, and theatre performances

Familiarity with projection audio systems

Ability to work nights and/or weekends

Required Skills:

Customer service skills

Supervisory skills

Excellent verbal communication skills

Word processing computer skills

Ability to organize

Understand and follow written and oral instructions

Deal tactfully and effectively with staff, participants, and the public

Education and Experience:

Any equivalent combination of three or more years of education and experience that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary for acceptable job performance.

Currently enrolled in a college, university, or trade school majoring in Theatre Arts, Film, Television, or a related field, is desirable.

Core Competencies:

Problem Solving – Analytically and logically evaluating information

Learning Agility – Seeking learning opportunities and applying the lessons to work

Handling Stress – Maintaining emotional stability and self-control under pressure, challenge, or adversity

Professional Integrity & Ethics – Displaying honesty, adherence to principles, and personal accountability

Safety Focus – Showing Vigilance and care in identifying and addressing health risks and safety hazards

Customer Focus – Attending to the Needs and expectations of customers

Informing – Proactively obtaining and sharing information

Teamwork – Collaborating with others to achieve shared goals

Valuing Diversity – Appreciating the benefits of varied backgrounds and cultures in the workplace

Allocating Resources – Prioritizing the use of fiscal and material resources to maximize organizational effectiveness

Guiding Principles

Put people first.

Be visionary.

Be an ambassador for Lancaster.

Be Fiscally Responsible.

Be Creative.

Always Improving.

Be Adaptable and Resilient.

Essential Physical Requirements:

Ascend/Descend stairs/ladders/balance (moderate)

Position self to bend or twist (frequent)

To move, transport, position items up to 15 lbs. (frequent)

Exposed to outdoor weather conditions (infrequent)

Operate Equipment (none)

Stationary or squatting position (frequent)

Environmental Factors:

Work under time pressure (moderate to frequent)

Interruptions (frequent)

Essential Cognitive Functions:

Analyze (continuous)

Computations (frequent)

Generate Written Work Product (moderate)

Independent Problem Solving (continuous)

Interruptions (frequent)

Maintain Positive Public Relations (continuous)

Organize (frequent)

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time;

The City of Lancaster will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if the City of Lancaster is concerned about conviction that is directly related to the job, you will be given the chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. Find out more about the Fair Chance Act by visiting