Venue Technician

Venue Technician - Red Deer, Alberta

This is a casual position in Red Deer. The wage range for this position is $20.00 – $25.00 per hour.

About the role
We’re building a roster of reliable Venue Technicians we can call on for performances,
rehearsals, rentals, and event changeovers as show schedules require. This is contract, oncall work—ideal for experienced technicians who want flexible gigs without a fixed weekly
schedule. (Expect a lot of evenings and weekends.)

Responsibilities
• Core responsibilities include:
• Event technical support & show ops: set up, operate, and strike house systems (audio,
• lighting, basic AV) for rehearsals, performances, and rentals
• Support touring/rental clients: assist with load-in needs, integrate house systems (e.g.,
• PA tie-ins), and respond to technical issues during events (escalate as needed)
• Load-in/load-out + space resets: coordinate safe load-ins, help with stage/FOH setups,
• and ensure timely resets between bookings
• Safety & equipment care: follow safety requirements and PPE; operate lifts/specialized
• equipment only when trained/authorized; report hazards or equipment issues promptly
• Back-of-house readiness: keep stage/backstage areas show-ready (quick cleans/resets,
• dressing room readiness), troubleshoot minor fixes within capability, and support postevent resets
• Professional communication: coordinate with FOH, the Operations Manager, and
• clients; help improve rep

Qualifications
• You’re a fit if you have:
• Solid hands-on experience (2-3 years) in live event / technical theatre / venue
• operations, especially sound (and working knowledge of lighting/video/AV)
• The ability to work independently, take initiative, and communicate clearly during live
• events
• A safety-first mindset and comfort working in active backstage environments (load-ins,
• changeovers, quick turnarounds)
• Good physical condition (this role includes lifts, pushes/pulls, and hands-on setup/strike
• work)
• Valid driver’s licence and reliable transportation (call times aren’t always busfriendly)
• Availability for irregular, on-call scheduling (days/evenings/weekends depending on
• show needs). Candidates who are frequently unavailable on short notice or can’t reliably
• work evenings/weekends should not apply

How to apply
Apply through this posting with your resume.