Technical Theatre Assistant - 20260374V

Villanova University Technical Theatre Assistant Posting Details Do you have questions about the application process? If so, please refer to the Applicant FAQ's. Position Information Posting Number: 20260374V Position Title: Technical Theatre Assistant Posting Type Student Hours/week: 12-20 Eligibility: Work study preferred but open to all students Semester 2026-2027 Academic Year Location Mullen Center Detailed Work Schedule Work hours take place during standard shop hours, 10am-5pm, M-F, with a 2-hour minimum per work call. Some accommodation for class conflicts can be made during these hours. Some evening & weekend work hours may be offered during each semester, typically with plenty of advanced notice. Number of positions: 12 Department: 176-Theatre - Winter Contact Name: Jacob Rothermel Contact Phone/Extension: 9-8043 Position Summary Information Job Description Summary: Student technicians construct, paint, install, and operate all theatrical scenic, property, and lighting and audio/visual elements for the Theatre Department's productions in the Mullen Performing Arts Center's three (3) performance spaces. Technicians may also support department functions, such as class and graduate thesis projects, faculty workshops, and visiting productions associated with Villanova Theatre and/or the Mullen Performing Arts Center. Training at any and all levels is provided by the Technical Director and/or Assistant Technical Director. Specific duties may include: • Operating a variety of stationary and hand-held common wood construction tools (e.g., table saw, miter saws, routers, sanders, impact drivers, drill/drivers, pneumatic tools, hand tools, tape measures, layout tools, etc.) in custom stage scenery fabrication; • Mixing and applying a variety of scenic paint treatments, paint finishes, and other scenic decorative elements & techniques (e.g., water-based latex paints, paint sealers, glues, faux finishes, and wallpapers, etc.); • Custom and creative stage hand prop fabrication, reutilization, and/or assembly;• Assisting with programming theatrical lighting & audio consoles as well as operating consoles during certain technical rehearsals and scheduled evening performances;• MIG welding and using other common arc welding & metalworking equipment;• Operating CNC machinery, cutting bits, and equipment;• Working At Height on elevated catwalks, on ladders, in personal genie or scissor lifts ( View the full job description on the employer's website. Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. PI286769734 / 47-2141.00 Painters, Construction and Maintenance