Electrics Overhire for John Proctor is the Villain
Northern Stage, a LORT D 240 seat regional theater in White River Junction, VT, seeks an Overhire Electrician for their production of John Proctor is the Villain. Northern Stage produces a mainstage season, an education season, a New Works festival, and 4-6 other events year-round. This position will report to the Lead Electrician.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Assist the LE in the execution of lighting designs including hang, focus and maintenance
- Help plan and execute onstage practicals, atmospherics, and special effects
- Help to maintain lighting and video inventory and grid space, including but not limited to intelligent LED fixtures and cue lights. Perform equipment repairs as needed
- Program and operate an ETC Ion XE lighting console for the tech, previews, and performances
- Maintain the cleanliness, organization, and safety of the dimmer room and other storage spaces
- Assist with general electric notes throughout the tech and performance process
Qualifications:
- Two or more years of experience in professional theatrical lighting. A combination of education and professional experience will be considered
Strong knowledge of the ETC Ion, Lightwright, and Vectorworks
Strong knowledge of conventional dimming and lighting fixture operation and maintenance
- Knowledge of basic rigging practices and intelligent LED fixtures preferred
- Experience with wiring and soldering especially as they relate to practicals and LED diodes/tape is a plus
- Excellent leadership, communication, and organization skills
- Excellent numerical skills and attention to detail. Experience managing and adhering to budgets
- Thorough knowledge of theatrical safety conventions, OSHA regulations, and fire codes
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to approach challenges collaboratively
- Proficiency with hand and power tools
- Comfortable working at heights in excess of 20 feet in a lift and on a tension mesh grid
- Ability to safely lift 75 lbs
- BA or BFA in technical theater a plus
Contract Dates: 9/7/2026 - 10/5/2026
Compensation: $20/hour
Job Type: Full time, nights and weekends as show run requires
Housing and Travel included
How to apply: Submit the following materials to production@northernstage.org:
- Cover letter
- Resume
- Two (2) professional references
We believe the most important and impactful art is made when we consider and commit to inclusion, diversity, equity, and access both on and off of our stage. We highly encourage folks who are Black, Native or Indigenous, People of Color, Queer or Trans, Poor or Working Class, Disabled, Young, Elderly, and/or who speak English as a second language to apply. To learn more about Northern Stage, please visit our website: www.northernstage.org. No phone calls, please.
