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Part-Time Building Set Up Person

City Opera House is seeking an energetic part-time hourly employee that can assist with the physical set-up needs for events. The ideal candidate would also have some stage technology background.

The position involves the following:

  • Assist with physical event set-ups, (changing the main floor from all chairs to tables and chairs)
  • Assist with building custodial needs
  • Assists with general cleaning as needed
  • Monitors restrooms and areas used during events for cleanliness, re-stocking supplies as needed
  • Has knowledge in theatre stagecraft
  • Assists with show load-in/strike and set up, (moving equipment boxes)
  • Spotlight operation
  • Assists technical director with show & event support of stage equipment
  • Hours will vary and will include late nights, weekends and occasional holidays
  • Position involves some heavy lifting
  • Hourly rate is dependent on skillset

    Interested candidates should send resume with qualifications and interest to:

    [email protected]

    Applications are always accepted and needed





    Part-Time House Manager

    City Opera House is seeking one or two part-time house managers. Oversees all front of house activities, first contact with volunteer ushers, provides ushers/security meetings prior to events. Ensures the safety and security of patrons and staff. Assists with post show clean up. Trouble shooting and problem solving skills are needed.

    This position involves the following:

  • Oversees front of house activities for events
  • Reviews COH work orders, for specific event details
  • Coordinates user and security meeting pre-show
  • Responds to patron’s concerns as necessary or directs them to who can respond.
  • Ensures ADA requirements are met or refers to appropriate staff
  • Lead ushers post-show on lost & found check, turn in all items to main office with seat number or area found (balcony or main floor, orchestra right or left)
  • Assist as needed on set-up and strike of events (peel seat numbers off seats, stack chairs, etc.)
  • Completes house report at end of show, indicating any issues that need to be resolve.
  • Gather bar totals and food counts when applicable
  • Responsible to complete patron injury report and address situation at the time, or request staff assistance
  • Monitors cleanliness of restrooms and re-stocks as necessary during the event
  • Hours will vary and will include late nights, weekends and occasional holidays

    Interested candidates should send resume with qualifications and interest to:

    [email protected]

    Applications are always accepted

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