Deck Chief for The Play That Goes Wrong
We seek a talented individual who can efficiently manage a run crew on a highly technical show, conduct quality checks on scenic elements, and ensure a safe environment for cast and crew. All in support of the high standards expected from our audience for our production department at Florida Repertory Theatre. Qualified candidates will have a working knowledge of stage carpentry and rigging and will require strong organizational and time management skills. Candidates should be team players and have a positive attitude. Duties include training and supervising the production run, rigging, and maintaining scenery, props, and rigging during performances.
About Us: Florida Repertory Theatre is a fully professional theatre company serving Southwest Florida. Founded in 1998, Florida Rep is an ensemble-based, artist-driven organization with an annual operating budget of approximately $4.3 million. Florida Rep operates on an LOA/LORT D contract with Actors' Equity and works with United Scenic Artists and the Society of Stage Directors + Choreographers members. Performing in the Historic Arcade Theatre (a 393-seat proscenium house) and ArtStage Studio (a 120-seat adaptable black box), Florida Rep produces a wide variety of comedies, dramas, and musicals, and brings more than 100,000 people to the Fort Myers River District annually. In addition to its professional productions, Florida Rep operates an active Education + Outreach Department that reaches more than 45,000 young people annually.
About the Role: The Deck Chief is a temporary position for our production of The Play That Goes Wrong. Under the guidance of the Director of Production, the Deck Chief will maintain a clean, safe, and professional environment. The duties of the Deck Chief include, but are not limited to, the following:
+bull; Works with stage management to create crew schedules for the production.
+bull; Responsible for the assignment of all run-crew duties and supervision of all members of the run-crew.
+bull; In conjunction with the Director of Production, Stage Manager, and Technical Director, plans and maps out the movement of scenic elements.
+bull; Responsible for overseeing the maintenance of scenery, set pieces, and properties during the run of the production.
+bull; Collaborate with the production team to ensure that all safety issues affecting the production are managed appropriately.
+bull; Operates rigging systems and related equipment as directed for performances and rehearsals.
+bull; Maintains a flexible schedule for rehearsals, maintenance, and afternoon and evening show performances.
+bull; Maintains cue track documentation and participates in cue track rotation as directed.
+bull; Develops a thorough knowledge of all rigging equipment specific to the production to operate and maintain mechanized and manual rigging equipment safely.
+bull; Assists with the loading out/strike of the production
+bull; Organizes and maintains backstage spaces.
+bull; Executes daily inspection of stage equipment.
+bull; Attends Designer Runs and production meetings assigned.
+bull; Participates in, and is prepared for, meetings as scheduled.
+bull; Serves as a resource for other technical departments.
+bull; Attends all technical rehearsals.
About You: To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:
+bull; Problem-solve under pressure
+bull; Manual Dexterity and ability to work at heights over 20+rsquo; (able to lift to 50lbs)
About the Position: Work Hours/ Salary
+bull; Would need to be on-site starting on February 4th, 2026, through March 1st, 2026.
+bull; Temporary; 35 to 55 hours a week, average 40 hours a week
+bull; $840 a week salary
+bull; Housing provided
