Maintenance Crew, Electrical Department

David H. Koch Theater & New York City Ballet

Lincoln Center, New York City

The David H. Koch Theater at Lincoln Center opened in April 1964 as the New York State Theater. The theater was designed by the renowned architect Philip Johnson, built with funds from the State of New York, and given to the City of New York as a home for performing arts organizations. Today, the theater is home to the New York City Ballet as well as a growing number of national and international touring performing arts groups.

The Maintenance Crew is accountable for the upkeep, and functionality of all house electrical equipment and systems at the David H. Koch Theater. The incumbent is a member of the Electrics department and works under the supervision of the Master Electrician and must be willing and able to accomplish all tasks within the department as required.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

·         Turn on and maintain the house lights for all performances.

·         Maintain exterior lights of the theater.

·         Set portable power and lights.

·         Repair electrical fixtures, troubleshoot possible electrical problem, and be available to assist with electrical issue throughout the building.

·         Report major electrical problems to the Master Electrician.

·         Assist with insuring that all tenant installation.

·         Maintain and monitor appropriate material, equipment and supplies including any fire and safety equipment.

Minimum Requirements

·         IATSE Journeyman status with substantial experience in building wide electrical maintenance in one or more active, large scale metropolitan venues.

·         Ability to understand the work and needs of the department, and anticipate potential problems.

·         Ability to communicate effectively with a wide range of persons both with the department and organization.

·         Ability to attend to numerous projects concurrently and to respond professionally to numerous priorities and needs.

·         Must be able to identify potential technical malfunctions in electrical equipment.

·         Must be able to identify critical tasks and have the ability to resolve issues immediately.

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this position, the employee is frequently exposed to:

o    Standing for extended periods throughout the day.

o    Theater and studio settings

o    Office setting

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the minimum requirements of this position:

o    Regularly requires standing for extended periods of time.

o    Regularly requires working at height.

o    Requires lifting/carrying up to 50 pounds.

Compensation

This union position has a minimum hourly rate of $54.37 in addition to overtime, show pay, benefits in accordance with the CBA.

Employment is subject to the completion of due-diligence inquiries, including a background check which will take place after a conditional offer is made.

Interested, qualified candidates may apply by forwarding cover letter and resume to:

pschmiedl@davidhkochtheater.com

With “Maintenance Crew Electrical” in the subject line.

No Phone Calls, Please.

New York City Ballet is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, citizenship status, disability, pregnancy, creed, genetic predisposition or carrier status, military status or veteran status, status as a victim of domestic violence, unemployment status, familial status, sexual violence or stalking victim status, caregiver status, arrest or conviction record to extent required by applicable law, credit history or any other characteristic protected by law.

Statement of Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

New York City Ballet, one of the foremost ballet companies in the world, pursues the highest levels of artistic excellence and innovation. Therefore, we seek to attract, retain, and cultivate the most talented dancers, musicians, designers, stage technicians, and arts administrators. To this end, we are deeply committed to creating and sustaining an organizational culture that values diversity, inclusion, and equity. We are inspired by our founders, George Balanchine and Lincoln Kirstein, who envisioned an authentically American expression of ballet with a company that reflects the rich cultural diversity of this nation. In pursuit of their vision, we are committed to educating, developing, and supporting an organization that embodies diversity in its many forms.          

For more information about our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion, please visit:

https://www.nycballet.com/about-us/commitment-to-diversity-equity-and-inclusion