Job Opportunities

Technical Director and Facilities Manager

Saint John Theatre Company is hiring a Technical Director and Facilities Manager. This is a full-time position in Saint John, New Brunswick, Canada.

A vital member of the SJTC team, this position provides technical support and oversees the upkeep of our facilities, including a 100-seat theatre, rehearsal studios, and office space. Reporting directly to the Executive Director, the Technical Director and Facilities Manager will work closely with the Production Manager (PM).

Tasks include the supervision and management of the technical aspects of many of the company’s activities, as well as oversight of the maintenance, security, and upkeep of the BMO Studio facility and other leased facilities as required.

The SJTC staff works in a very collaborative way. Although each staff member has specific roles and responsibilities, we support one another as needed.

Specific responsibilities include:

Technical Direction

• Serve as the primary technical operator for the event space and its building spaces, and act as the lead manager for hired crew and staff as needed.
• Manage the technical aspects of events, rentals, and productions as required by the PM, including oversight of technicians and scheduling.
• In consultation with the PM, plan and maintain production schedules and scheduled activities, including installs, technical rehearsals, openings, closings, strikes, and returns. Schedule build times for shops and stage crews, including volunteers.

Facilities Management

• Take primary responsibility for tracking building conditions and prioritizing small, medium, and large facility projects.
• Arrange for and implement building repairs or renovations.
• Oversee building maintenance and manage maintenance contracts and janitorial staff.
• Repair, maintain, and update theatrical infrastructure.
• Oversee adherence to all health and safety guidelines within the building.
• Authorize, clarify, and estimate costs for crew and other technical expenses for rental clients.

Qualifications and Experience

• Knowledge and experience with Technical Direction for live performances, including pre-production, onsite coordination, and post-event evaluation.
• Hands-on experience operating and troubleshooting core technical disciplines for live events, including audio, lighting, video, staging, and basic rigging.
• Experience executing and working with technical riders, lighting plots, ground plans, stage plots, and input lists.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with venue technicians, touring crews, artists, and production vendors.
• Strong interpersonal and oral/written communication skills, with excellent attention to detail.
• High level of organization and the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Demonstrated initiative and ability to work independently as well as in a team environment.
• Proficiency in CAD/Vectorworks for interpreting and creating technical drawings.
• Proficiency with standard office software, including Outlook, Teams, Excel, Word, and Google Docs.
• Curiosity and flexibility to support innovative or emerging technical processes and production methods.

Compensation

This is a permanent, full-time position with a salary commensurate with experience. The position includes participation in SJTC’s health benefits package. Frequent evening and weekend work is required, particularly during the run of shows. Salary range: $44,000–$50,000.

Education and Experience

• Formal training or an acceptable combination of equivalent experience in Technical Production, Technical Theatre, Production and Design, or an equivalent program.
• Experience in a technical theatre or technical management capacity. We are willing to offer an opportunity to a capable recent graduate, provided they demonstrate knowledge, exceptional dedication, and a willingness to lead.
• Experience working with a variety of live performances, including theatre, dance, and festivals.

How to Apply

Please submit a cover letter and resume in PDF format as attachments, not links, and include two references with a phone number and email address for each.

The deadline to apply is open. Interviews will be conducted as soon as a qualified candidate applies and is selected. Applications will continue to be accepted until the position is filled. Thank you to all applicants; only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

Applications should be sent to drew@saintjohntheatrecompany.com.