Stage Carpenter/Omni Tech - Theatre Practitioner level 2 or 3
- Banff, AB
- $22.59-25.85 per hour
- Training
- Full-time
- Administration of the stage carpentry department, including direction of assigned crews, with attention to safety procedures and within the supplied frameworks of staffing, equipment, space and time.
- Contributes to the assessment of the costs of building and mounting scenic and staging elements.
- Co-ordinates all aspects of scenic/staging construction and installation from prep to restore, and participates actively in the building process, where required.
- Assist with load in/load out of performance equipment
- Assist with on-stage set up of performance equipment, including risers and musical equipment
- Attend all rehearsals/sound checks for performances
- Assist with all stage changes during the performances
- Selecting the appropriate tools for a task and operating them in a safe manner
- Theatre Practitioner level 2: must have a minimum of 3 years’ experience as a working practitioner in their discipline within a Theatre or Performing Arts production environment
- Theatre practitioner level 3: must have a minimum of 5 years’ experience as a working practitioner in their discipline within a Theatre or Performing Arts production environment
- Has completed a formal theatre education
- Experience supporting live music is preferred.
- Experience working in a fly house an asset.
- Must be proficient in the use of computers and multi-media and able to operate specialized equipment
- Must have a working knowledge of the theories and practices that support this discipline
- Strong interpersonal skills, and ability to stay calm under pressure
- Able to work with tight, changing timelines in a fast paced environment
- Knowledgeable of related industry trends including the application of up to date techniques, and use of special materials and current health and safety standards
- Able to apply professional theatre techniques and methods to provide the quality, efficiency and support level required by Performing Arts
- Due to the nature of the job, this position requires the candidate to be available to work a flexible, irregular schedule and weekends.
- In accordance with CUPE 4318, this is a unionized, hourly support staff position, subject to a 500-hour probationary period.
- Theatre Practitioner Level 2: this position pays between $22.59 and $25.85 per hour working up to 40 hours per week on a rotating schedule.
- Theatre Practitioner Level 3: this position pays between $27.17 and $31.51 per hour working up to 40 hours per week on a rotating schedule.
- We are hiring for the following term: October 1 - 18, 2025
(based on availability) * Professional development
- Employee Assistance Program
- Staff cafeteria and restaurant discounts (Vistas, Maclab Bistro)
- Onsite fitness facility (Fitness centre, climbing wall and pool.)
- We are accepting applications for this position until a suitable candidate has been found.
- Candidates offered a position with Banff Centre, in this capacity, will be required to obtain a criminal record check verifying a clear record prior to an extension of a final employment offer.
- Visa Requirements: Candidates must be legally eligible to work in Canada. Banff Centre is unable to assist candidates in obtaining Canadian work authorization.