Theatre Technician
Job Type
Flexible
Union
MRSA
Salary Grade
Flexible / Casual Classification (Salary Grade)
SAD07 Administrative Services VII (Salary Grade 24)
Hybrid Work
This position is ineligible
Position End Date
9/30/2027
Location
MRU Main Campus - Calgary, AB T3E 6K6 CA (Primary)
About This Position
About the Role
Working within department of Event and Theatre Services, this is a flexible position whose work schedule is variable and may include an irregular schedule of not less than three (3) hours per shift and up to thirty-five (35) hours per week.
The Theatre Technician reports to the General Manager, Taylor Centre for the Performing Arts and is under the direction of the Lead, Technical Theatre Operations who is responsible for supervision and direction relating to hours of work, work assignment, client needs, technical operations and maintenance. The Theatre Technician is responsible for supporting events in the Bella Concert Hall, TransAlta Pavilion, Hal and Marnie Wyatt Atelier, Wright, Leacock, Nickle Theatres, TransCanada Amphitheatre. Ross Glen Hall and other locations known further as the “Performance and Event Venues”. Provides on site supervision of event producer staff and contracted technicians. Also provides set up and operation for non-performance activities in performance venues such as instruction or rehearsal. Assists with the coordination of knowledge and information base for equipment.
Responsibilities
- Works events in scheduled technical department (Audio, Lighting, Stage, Video)
- Provides set up for non-performance activities in theatres such as instruction or rehearsal.
- Ensures that the Lead, Technical Theatre Operations is appropriately informed as to the needs to efficiently and safely support performance activities in the Performance Venues.
- Performs live sound reinforcement, digital sound recording, digital video recording, video presentation and computerized presentations.
- Prepares audio equipment for operation by show audio technicians and supervises the safe use of equipment by the show audio technicians.
- Performs live lighting shows (busking), programs lighting shows under client direction, designs and sets up lighting fixture configurations to meet event needs.
- Assists with digital video recording, video presentations and computerized presentations.
- Prepares lighting equipment for operation by show lighting technicians and supervises the safe use of equipment by the show lighting technicians.
- Assists with rigging and hanging of all scenic and marketing assets; and Ensures that stage surfaces are properly cleaned and prepared for performance.
- Performs maintenance of theatre specific equipment and performs some regular routine and/or required maintenance of theatre related equipment under the supervision of Heads of Department and/or Lead, Technical Theatre Operations.
- Maintenance includes both performing physical repairs and maintaining digital assets and record ie. the organization and distribution of archive video and audio recordings.
- Two-Year Diploma from a University or Equivalent or Journeyman Ticket.
- 2-3 years experience.
- Work requires heavy visual concentration and/or physical exertion, effort and strain. Forces exerted are equivalent to lifting between 11-23 kg (25-50 lbs).
Closing Date: September 28, 2026
A resume should be submitted in one .pdf document. Please title your .pdf document as follows: [Last Name]_[Requisition Number]_[Document Title].pdf (ex. Smith_1234_CV.pdf).
We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, however, Canadian citizens, permanent residents and others currently legally authorized to work in Canada will be given priority. Please note only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. After the close date, you can check on the status of your application through your Career Centre. New career opportunities arise frequently and are posted as they become available. Please check back often to view our latest postings on our Career Opportunities page.
If you require accommodation to participate in the recruitment process, please notify erecruiter@mtroyal.ca and we will work together on your accommodation request.
About MRU
Founded in 1910 and located in Calgary, Alberta, Canada, Mount Royal University grew into a vibrant college in the 1930s and became a mid-sized university in 2009. A student-focused undergraduate university built on teaching excellence, Mount Royal University is known for our top-calibre programs, high-quality teaching and learning experience, robust delivery of liberal education, scholarly teaching, experiential learning and undergraduate research. MRU serves approximately 15,782 students, including 11,752 full-time and 4,030 part-time learners. MRU offers 13 bachelor's degrees encompassing 37 majors across faculties such as Arts, Business, Communications, Health, Community & Education, and Science & Technology. With over 74% of its student body drawn from the local area, Mount Royal University primarily serves Calgary and its surrounding region. MRU is a diverse yet close community with over 1,800 employees. Mount Royal provides employees the support they need to lead and advance institutional goals. Learn more about MRU's Academic Plan and Strategic Plan.
