Venue Technician

JOB LOCATION

Aurora, Colorado 80010-2163

City of Aurora, Colorado

It is an exciting time to work for the City of Aurora, we're growing and looking for dedicated and collaborative individuals to join our team of talented and valued employees. Excellent organizations have a set of principles, or core values, that are used to implement their mission and vision. Those values represent the touchstone for the organization, guiding the decisions of the individuals and the organization. At the City of Aurora, we demonstrate our excellence by modeling the CORE 4 Values of: Integrity, Respect, Professionalism, and Customer Service, and we welcome all who share these values to apply.
 
Why Work for Aurora?

• Make a difference in the lives of real people every day
• Diverse community
• Competitive total compensation package
• Well-Funded General Employees Retirement Plan
• Light rail station minutes away
• On-site fitness center and overall employee well-being programs Internal educational programs to assist with career advancement
• Access to innovation workspaces

PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Hiring Salary: $22.74 - $28.43/hour

The deadline to apply to this position is November 23, 2025. However, it is subject to close at any time once a qualified pool of candidates is obtained.

OVERVIEW OF POSITION / DEPARTMENT

Department Information

The Library and Cultural Services Departments vision is to empower an environment of lifelong learning and cultural enrichment by stimulating learning and literacy, inspiring creativity, and integrating arts, culture and history into the lives of Aurorans. We have two divisions within the department: Library and Cultural Services, both offering a variety of free programs and services to the community.  Please go to www.AuroraGov.org/LCS to learn more about our department.

 Library Services Summary

• 5 locations

• Books, CDs, DVDs, magazines

• Database and language learning programs

• Public computers

• Study space

• Printing, faxing and scanning services

• Community events, programs, and activities for all ages 

Cultural Services Summary

• Aurora History Museum and Historic Sites

• Aurora Fox Arts Center

• Bicentennial Arts Center

• Art in Public Places collection (over 240 commissioned pieces around the city)

• The People’s Building

Position Information

The City of Aurora is seeking a highly skilled theater technician. This position is responsible for the theater’s lighting, scenic installation, sound, operation, and general building upkeep.

As part of the City of Aurora Library and Cultural Services Division, The People’s Building is located at 9995 East Colfax in the Aurora Cultural Arts District. The People’s Building utilizes two performance spaces, a 220 seat auditorium and a 65  seat lower level black-box/community room. In addition, there is a small artist studio, conference room, and offices.

This is classified as a VHNE (Variable Hour Non-Benefited Employee), where the selected candidate will work less than 29 hours per week. This position does not provide medical benefits. This position earns sick leave in accordance with the Healthy Families and Workplace Act.

PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performing or assisting in building projects
• Operating specialized and heavy equipment
• Operating sound and or lighting equipment
• Performing routine repair and maintenance to equipment, infrastructure, facilities and/or other related items
• Troubleshooting systems
• Resolving complaints
• Identifying potential areas of operational concerns
• Monitoring regulatory compliance
• Performs other related duties as assigned

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice. 
 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & WORKING CONDITIONS

An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that demonstrates required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered.

Education:

• High School Diploma or GED

 

Experience:

• 2 years of directly related experience

 

Knowledge:

• Knowledge of methods, techniques, tools and equipment used in performing facilities construction and maintenance functions 

Skills: 

• Skill in the use of tools, specialized equipment common to commercial facilities and construction maintenance

• Skill in the use of QLab 5, Master Fader 5, and other theatrical software programs

• Experience in bar inventory management and keg line cleaning and maintenance

Abilities: 

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees 

• Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing 

• Train and instruct other employees 

• Keep and maintain accurate records 

• Organize and schedule resources, materials and equipment to accomplish tasks 

• Lift 50 pounds repetitively 

• Supportive team player with a positive attitude and ability to adapt to change 

• Strong commitment to safety 

WORKING CONDITIONS

Essential Personnel:

• When a local announcement of emergency or disaster is declared by the City, all City of Aurora employees may be required to work as essential personnel.

Physical Demands:

• Moderate to heavy physical work requiring ability to lift a maximum of 100 pounds

• Frequently lifts and carries objects weighing up to 50 pounds

• Considerable walking and standing

• Frequent performance of activities requiring full range of body movement including bending, stooping, pushing, pulling, grasping, and climbing (on tall ladders)

• Hand/eye and hand/foot coordination for operation of tools, equipment, and motor vehicles to pick up materials

• Vision to read reports, manuals, set plans, and monitor/observe lighting and technical instruments

• Hearing/listening for troubleshooting and warning signals

• Speech communication to provide technical information and instructions, and to communicate with employees, contractors, clients, and residents

Work Environment:

• Works primarily in theatre/stage environment with exposure to noise, dust, and fumes

Equipment Used:

• Tools and technical equipment common to stage production work.

• This job may require the incumbent to use personal equipment (e.g. vehicle, cell phone, tools, etc.) in the course of their employment.

For Veterans preference:  Please show all of your employment history, including military service and related documentation (DD214) on the application.
           
The City of Aurora is an equal opportunity employer.  We are required by state and federal agencies to keep certain statistical records on applicants.  It will not be used in any way to discriminate against you because of your sex, race, age, sexual orientation, creed, national origin, disability or military status, gender identity, unless related to a bona fide occupational qualification as defined by the Colorado Civil Rights Commission and the Equal Opportunity Commission.
                                         
Despite the changes in Colorado law, the City of Aurora maintains a drug-free workplace.  A positive test of marijuana is grounds for disqualification and ineligibility for employment with the city for one year or termination once hired.
 

Drug Testing, Thorough Criminal Background Check, and Employment References:
As a condition of employment, all applicants selected for employment with the City of Aurora must undergo a thorough criminal background check. 

Applicants selected for safety-sensitive positions are required to complete and pass a drug screening as a condition of employment. Safety sensitive positions include Civil Service positions within Police and Fire Departments and positions where their job responsibilities have direct and substantial responsibility that would impact the health and safety of others.  

Employment references will be conducted on finalists for City of Aurora vacancies.