Electrician

ELECTRICIAN

CATEGORY: TECHNICAL

Cleveland Play House

Cleveland, OH

US

CONTACT NAME

Wendy Weaver

JOB DETAILS

DESCRIPTION

(IATSE) Electrician Job Description

Position type: Full-Time; Seasonal; Non-Exempt; Union (IATSE) Pay: $19.61 /hr

Start Date: August 4, 2025, End Date: June 5, 2026

s to: Lighting Supervisor and Associate Lighting Supervisor

Work Schedule: Based on 40 hours per week; workdays and call times vary with production schedule.

Cleveland Play House (CPH) is seeking an IATSE Electrician to join the production team for the 2024-25 season to help light our main stages, New Ground Theatre Festival, and the CWRU/CPH MFA program to help ensure that each technical rehearsal and performance runs smoothly. Must be willing to join IATSE Local 27.

This position will primarily work in collaboration with the Lighting Supervisor, Associate Lighting Supervisor, IATSE Head Electrician and IATSE Electricians.

Responsibilities include:

Work as part of the Electrics Crew to prepare all technical aspects of implementing the

Light Plot and installing the lighting equipment for all CPH shows, CPH/CWRU MFA shows

and special events

Assist the Head Electrician for all productions and events

Serve as the Light Board Programmer and Operator for all productions, performances,

and events in the Outcalt or Allen Theatre

Maintain and repair theatre lighting systems and stage lighting equipment

Maintain a safe and healthy work environment, and uphold the policies and procedures

outlined in the Cleveland Play House Handbook

Attend and participate in all assigned staff training sessions, department meetings, show specific training and potentialmittee groups within theanization.

Follow all health and safety guidelines established by the theatre; report any unsafe conditions or practices to your supervisor immediately

Required Skills:

Working knowledge of stage rigging, basic electricity, and electrical wiring

Ability to work from ladders and personnel lifts

Experience in: run crew, theatrical, concert, or event lighting, electrical wiring and safety

Desired Experience & Skills Include:

Ability to read and interpret Light Plots, Lighting Paperwork, and construction drawings

Familiarity with ETC EOS family control systems (3.0 or newer)

Familiarity with MIDI show control and basic console networking

Familiarity with DMX controlled fixtures, LED technology, and W-DMX systems

Benefits:

Six days' PTO uponpletion of an evaluation period.

Paidpany holidays.

CPH contributes to IATSE Health, Pension, and Profit-Sharing Plans.

Tickets to select CPH productions subject to availability.

Parking is available at employees' cost.

Cleveland Play House is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Cleveland Play House (CPH) is dedicated to fostering an inclusive and weing environment w artists and employees are valued for their talent, contributions, and diverse perspectives. We ensure that our hiring, casting, and workplace policies are based on merit, collaboration, and fairness and approached with respect. Our focus is on fostering creativity, access, excellence, and professional growth for all who engage in our work, in accordance with all applicable laws.

DURATION

Aug 4, 2025 - Jun 5, 2026

SALARY

$19.61 - $19.61 per hour

UNION

IATSE