General Statement of Job Function: A Stagehand is responsible for operation of all assigned scenic moves and assisting in the maintenance and repair of all scenic elements. Additionally, they lend support to the scene shop in the implementation, build, load-in, and strike of all scenic elements.

Principle Duties and Responsibilities:
-Complete all assigned scenic moves in a safe, accurate, and timely manner during rehearsals and performances.
-Maintain a safe, respectful and collaborative work environment.
-Work collaboratively and effectively with a wide variety of coworkers at different levels of skill and knowledge.
-Attend and participate in all technical rehearsals, notes, crew calls and performances as assigned.
-Assist in coordinating the shifting and storing all scenic and properties elements.
-Participate in daily/weekly inspection of all rigging and motorized scenic elements.
-Assist in the maintenance and repair of any damaged scenic elements and production equipment.
-Assist in the load-in, strike, and any notes for scenic elements.

Other Duties and Responsibilities:
-Provide assistance to other departments during the run of a production including, but not limited to, prop and costume handoffs.
-Assist in the moving of scenery around the Goodspeed campus.
-Assist in the construction of scenic elements in the scene shop.
-Maintain a safe and clean workspace.
-Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications + Skills:
-Experience in technical theatre
-Basic knowledge of stagecraft techniques
-Ability to repeatedly climb four flights of stairs while carrying 40 pounds
-Ability to work long hours and stand for 4-6 hours during tech rehearsal, show run and all performances
-Ability to troubleshoot problems in a safe, efficient, and calm manner under pressure
-Available nights, weekends, and the occasional holiday.

Preferred Qualifications + Skills:
-Valid drivers license with safe driving record
-Ability to work comfortably at elevations of up to 30 feet
-Ability to work safely and effectively in a collaborative environment with a wide variety of coworkers at varying levels of skill and knowledge.
-Basic knowledge and experience with basic hand and power tools.

Our goal is to be a diverse workforce that is representative, at all job levels, of the community we serve. Goodspeed Musicals is committed to creating an equitable, inclusive, and accessible workplace environment, and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Women, non-gender binary/trans individuals, BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and People of Color), and people with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.
Please be advised that the current representation for this position is under IATSE Local 84. The benefits outlined will apply until a formal agreement is reached between IA and Goodspeed. It's important to note that these benefits may be subject to adjustments based on the outcome of ongoing negotiations. Do not need to be union to apply

To apply, submit your resume, cover letter, and 3 references with Stagehand in the subject line