AY Dance Student Stage Technician Tier 1 (WS-ST1)

Northfield, MN, United States · On site · Posted 9/11/2026 Leaves the board today
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Job Title: Dance Student Assistant Technician (WS-ST1)

Classification: Student Employee (non-exempt)

Name and Address of Employer: St. Olaf College, 1520 St. Olaf Ave, Northfield, MN 55057

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Department Name: Dance

Unit Number (5 digits): 11738

Length of Position: See Employment Authorization

Contact Person/Supervisor: Technical Director - Dance Department

Wage Range: $12.00-13.00/hour


Description of the Position: (Purpose of the Position):

To assist the Technical Director of the Dance Department with the setup, running and striking of Dance Department and Dance Department sponsored performances as well as maintenance of theatrical equipment and storage.

Transferable Skills:

  • Communication

  • Attention to detail

  • Collaboration

  • Self Motivation

  • Organization

  • Observation

  • Application

  • Patience

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Hang and focus lights

  • Run cable

  • Setup various audio and visual equipment

  • Stage Manage

  • Assistant Stage Manage

  • Operate ETC Ion light board

  • Setup and run audio and video on Q-Lab

  • Operate Sound Board and Com units

  • Operate Fly Rail

  • Organize props and sets

  • Setup, clean, and strike Vinyl Dance Floor

  • Hang and Focus lights for the Art Galleries and Spaces

  • Maintain Theatrical Equipment and Dance Performance Space

  • Observe safety at all times


Qualifications: (Education/Experience/Skills)

  • Must be comfortable with heights or watching someone else operate at heights

  • Must be willing to work with your hands

  • Must be attentive to details

  • Must be able to communicate clearly and follow directives

  • Must be okay with a little dust


Physical and Environmental Factors:

This position requires crouching, kneeling/crawling, stooping, twisting/pivoting, climbing/balancing, reaching overhead, grasping/handling, pushing/pulling, lifting and carrying objects up to 50 lbs., operating hand tools, and operating equipment or machinery to perform the essential functions. It also requires exposure to loud noise, respiratory factors, chemicals, proximity hazards, and heights or cramped quarters to perform the essential functions. Protective equipment is required for some essential functions. Candidates must possess the ability to safely perform the physical work required of all duties with or without reasonable accommodation.

This job description is for general information purposes. It is not intended to list all duties and responsibilities of the position. This job description is subject to change at any time by St. Olaf College, with or without prior notice.