Assistant Production Electrician (Summer Seasonal)
DESCRIPTION
The Glimmerglass Festival seeks Assistant Production Electricians for its 2025 Summer Festival Season.
The Assistant Production Electrician works as a member of a 16-person Electrics and Lighting multi-departmentalteam; they report to the Production Electrician, and work alongside another Assistant Production Electrician, Electrics Staff, and Electrics Apprentices. The primary goals of the position will include assisting in leading the electrics crew in the preparation, install, circuiting, and focusing of a large repertory light plot; acting as the lead deck electrician for assigned productions; and overseeing the strike process. A successful candidate will have knowledge with stage electrics, personnel management, 12v/24v practical lighting fixtures, troubleshooting, intelligent lighting fixtures, LEDS, Network, and power distribution. Having a team-oriented attitude and the ability to cultivate a positive work environment is essential. Some projects will be worked on independently, while other projects will require working in a group setting. The responsibilities of this position require the employee to be physically present on campus to complete the tasks assigned. This position has offices or workspaces that require the employee to climb flights of stairs or ladders. Additional training and workshops may be provided during the season. This is a seasonal position; employees that work well within the team are often asked to return for subsequent seasons. Commitment to safe work habits and shop practices is essential. Must be willing to abide by Glimmerglass Festival’s current and potential future health and wellness policies.
This position runs May 12 to August 24, 2025. $17.30/Hr. Housing provided.
The hiring process is highly competitive; some positions are filled as early as January. Early applications are encouraged. All positions will be posted for two weeks prior to the start of the interview process and applications will be accepted until all positions are filled. This job was posted on March 30, 2025.
To apply, please prepare a Cover Letter and Resume (including three references) in a single PDF document. Submit and complete the application process by clicking HERE, or by going to our Glimmerglass Website Employment Page, and filling out the Employment Application Form.
Desired Start Date: May 12, 2025
BENEFITS
Pay Range: $17 - $17 Hourly
$17.30/Hr. Housing provided.
HOW TO APPLY
To apply, please prepare a Cover Letter and Resume (including three references) in a single PDF document. Submit and complete the application process by clicking HERE, or by going to our Glimmerglass Website Employment Page, and filling out the Employment Application Form.
Application Deadline: August 24, 2025
Application Email/Link: glimmerglass.org/employment/