Job Description

THE POSITION

The Stagehand II plays a key operational and leadership role within the Events Services Division, supporting the successful execution of event production activities across the facility. This position ensures smooth event operations by coordinating technical setup, equipment maintenance, and backstage workflows while providing guidance to Stagehand I staff. The Stagehand II helps uphold safety standards, production quality, and client service expectations through consistent communication with supervisors and event stakeholders. Additionally, the role supports efficient load-ins and load-outs and maintains readiness of all production spaces and equipment.

IDEAL CANDIDATE STATEMENT

The ideal candidate is an experienced technical events professional who thrives in fast-paced production environments and demonstrates strong leadership and communication skills. They will be knowledgeable in theatrical equipment, event operations, and safety protocols, with the ability to troubleshoot issues quickly and effectively. A collaborative mindset, attention to detail, and commitment to maintaining high-quality production standards are essential.

Under general direction to perform technical work which involves the installation, operation, maintenance and repair of stage equipment for a variety of theatrical events. Incumbents of positions in this class prepare and set up the theater for a variety of professional theatrical productions and operate stage equipment during performances.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

A Stagehand II is distinguished from a Stagehand I in that the former has responsibility for planning and assigning work and acts as a lead worker in the performance of duties.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

Depending upon assignment, duties may include, but at not limited to, the following:

• Sets up, operates, maintains, and repairs sound, lighting, and staging equipment for a variety of events and productions.
• Operates sound consoles controlling quality and volume of sound in accordance with prearranged standards and plan.
• Operates lighting console and related controls during performances according to an established plan of action.
• Operates stage rigging and rigs.
• Adjusts stage scenery and curtains as necessary for various productions.
• Acts as property worker; performs stage carpentry work; builds and dismantles stages, furniture, and displays.
• Assists different promoters using facilities installing and removing equipment.
• Maintains inventory of sound cables and lights.
• Keeps properties and facilities clean and in order.
• Performs related work as required.

Qualifications

Knowledge of:

• Safety rules, building codes, and equipment operation of a theater stage.
• Electrical principles and practices.
• Theatrical lighting systems and techniques.
• Theatrical sound systems and public address systems.
• Techniques of stage preparation for theatrical or related productions.
• Care and maintenance materials and procedures for stage equipment.
• Theatrical and stage terminology.

Ability To

• Install, operate and maintain sound and lighting equipment.
• Perform stage carpentry work.
• Establish and maintain effective relationships with employees and the general public.

Special Qualifications

Possession of a valid California Class III Driver License at the time of appointment. Loss of the Class III License is cause for discipline. Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to physical disability will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis.

Experience And Education

Ability to read and write the English language at a level necessary for efficient job performance.

Stagehand I

Two years of experience in stage work including experience in sound and lighting work.

Stagehand II

Two years of experience as required for Stagehand I, and one year of supervisory or lead worker experience over employees performing theatrical stage maintenance duties.

Probationary Period

Employees must complete twelve (12) months of probation at a satisfactory performance level prior to gaining permanent status.

THE SELECTION PROCEDURE

Please note, the City of Sacramento's preferred method of communication with applicants is via e-mail. As such, please ensure you verify the e-mail address on your application, and check your e-mail frequently, including your spam and junk folders. All e-mail notifications can also be accessed through the governmentjobs.com applicant inbox.

• Application: (Pass/Fail) – All applicants must complete and submit online a City of Sacramento employment application by the final filing deadline;
• Employment applications must be submitted online; paper applications will not be accepted.
• Employment applications will be considered incomplete and will be disqualified:
• If applicants do not list current and/or past job-related experience in the duties area of the "Work Experience" section. Note: Qualifying experience is based on full-time experience (40 hours per week). Qualifying experience is calculated to the full-time equivalent (pro-rated if less than 40 hours/week).
• If "see resume" is noted in the "Work Experience" section; a resume will not substitute for the information required in the "Work Experience" section.
• Position/job titles will not be considered in determining eligibility for meeting the minimum qualifications for this position.
• If you’re requesting Veteran’s credit, a copy of your DD214 must be submitted online with your application or emailed to the Employment Office by the final filing deadline. Information regarding the use of Veteran’s credit can be found in the Civil Service Board rules under rule 4.9C.
• Applicants are responsible for attaching a copy of their DD214 to each position for which they apply.
• Training and Experience Exam: (Weighted 100%) – The questions located at the end of the application are the Training and Experience (T&E) Exam. Responses to the T&E questions will be rated and scored. This exam will evaluate the relevance, level, and progression of a candidate's education, training and experience. The exam score will determine your ranking on the eligible list for this job. When completing the T&E questions, please note:
• Responses to the T&E questions must be submitted online; paper questionnaires will not be accepted.
• A resume will not substitute for the information required in the T&E questions.
• Eligibility: Candidates who pass the Training and Experience Test will be placed on the eligible list. The hiring department may contact candidates for interview at any time during the life of the one-year list. Candidate’s eligibility expires one year from the date of notification of a passing score for the Stagehand II examination.
• Screening Committee: (Pass/Fail)– All candidates that pass the examination and are in one of the top three ranks will have their application forwarded to the hiring department for review. The hiring department will select the most competitive applications for further consideration. Human Resources will only evaluate employment applications for the minimum qualifications, as stated on the job announcement, for applications selected by the hiring department.
• Conditional Hire: Upon receipt of a conditional offer, the selected candidate must complete and pass Live Scan/fingerprinting. If applicable, candidates may also need to pass a pre-employment medical exam, controlled substance and/or alcohol test, and possess any required licensure or certification prior to receiving a start date from the Department. Failure to meet these prerequisites will be grounds for withdrawal of your conditional offer of employment.

Questions

For questions concerning this job announcement and the application process:

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• Call the Human Resources Department at (916) 808-5726

Bilingual Pay

Did you know that the City offers bilingual pay? That's right, most labor agreements offer the option of providing employees with bilingual pay if the department deems it to be operationally necessary.

Pension Reform Act

The City of Sacramento is covered by the California Public Employees' Retirement System, and as such, must adhere to the California Public Employee's Pension Reform Act (PEPRA) of 2013. Please note that the provisions within this act may affect or impact an applicant's eligibility and/or selection for open vacancies at the City of Sacramento.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of Sacramento is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.

Additional Information

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APPLICATION : I understand my application must meet the minimum qualifications for consideration of employment with the City of Sacramento. The experience I list in the duties area of the "Work Experience" section of the employment application will be used to determine if I meet the minimum qualifications as stated on the job announcement. A resume, responses to the supplemental questions requiring a narrative response, employment history listed elsewhere in the application or attachments will not substitute for the information required in the "Work Experience" section of the employment application. Position/job titles will not be considered in determining eligibility for meeting the minimum qualifications for this position. Note: Qualifying experience is based on full-time experience (40 hours per week). Qualifying experience is calculated to the full-time equivalent (pro-rated if less than 40 hours/week). Please refer to the City of Sacramento's Applicant Resources Page for Screening Instructions:

• Yes

SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE : The answers to the questions below will be reviewed by the hiring department along with the information provided in your employment application. Therefore, your answers must be consistent with your employment application information (especially in the "Education" and "Work Experience" sections), must be unambiguous, and must contain sufficient but concise detail and organization. A resume will not be accepted in lieu of completing this Supplemental Questionnaire. Lack of clarity, incomplete or inconsistent information, and/or disorganized presentation may negatively affect the hiring department's review of your Supplemental Questionnaire. I understand and agree to the above instructions.

• Yes

Describe your experience with event production equipment, including any maintenance, troubleshooting, or technical work you have performed.

Provide an example of a time you led or coordinated a crew during a load-in, load-out, or another high-pressure event situation.

What safety protocols or standards (e.g., OSHA, lockout/tagout) have you worked with, and how have you applied them in your previous roles?

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE EXAMINATION : The following questions are the Training and Experience (T&E) Examination. In addition to the City of Sacramento employment application, applicants must complete and submit online responses to the T&E questions. This exam will evaluate the relevance, level, and progression of a candidate's education, training and experience. Therefore, your responses to the T&E Exam questions should be thorough and complete because the exam score will determine your ranking on the eligible list for this job. In accordance with the City of Sacramento's Racial and Gender Equity Action Plan (RGEAP), this examination contains non-binary names and pronouns. For additional information regarding the City's RGEAP, please copy and paste the following link into a web browser: I understand and agree to the above instructions.

• Yes

Select the one option that best describes your experience performing maintenance and/or resolving repairs on stage equipment such as, but not limited to, sound systems, lighting systems, or electronic display systems.

• Four years or more
• At least three years, but less than four years
• At least two years, but less than three years
• At least one year, but less than two years
• Less than one year

Select all the boxes that best describe techniques you have used to carry out successful preparation, set-up, and execution of events in a theater environment.

• Develop crew calls for productions and/or run point behind the scenes
• Coordinate stage set-up for events by assigning task and/or identify the needs of the client
• Ensure staff productivity prior to event, throughout event, and/or redirect staff workload
• Develop maintenance schedules and/or take inventory on stage equipment
• Prioritize upcoming events and/or provide solutions to unexpected events
• None of the above

Select the one option that best describes your experience understanding and following safety rules, building codes, and policies related to production needs and/or equipment operation.

• Four years or more
• At least three years, but less than four years
• At least two years, but less than three years
• At least one year, but less than two years
• Less than one year

Select the one option that best describes your experience establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with vendors, colleagues, or members of the public to create a positive theater experience.

• Four years or more
• At least three years, but less than four years
• At least two years, but less than three years
• At least one year, but less than two years
• Less than one year
• Required Question

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