Stage Technician Specialist 2

Location: Pullman, WA

Online applications must be received before 11:59pm on

November 22, 2026

If a date is not listed above, review the Applicant Instructions below for more details.

Available Title(s)

202F-YN_CS_NPS - Stage Technician 2

Business Title

Stage Technician Specialist 2

Employee Type

Classified

Position Details

The Opportunity

As the Stage Technician Specialist 2, you will serve as the lead technical production specialist for Beasley Coliseum under the general direction of the Director. In this role, you will be responsible for the design, setup, operation, and maintenance of theatrical lighting systems while assisting with the coordination and execution of production activities for concerts, athletic events, commencements, trade shows, conferences, and other special events. You will provide on-site technical leadership, coordinate event production logistics, lead temporary event staff, and support backstage operations to ensure events are executed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with client and production requirements.

Additional Information

This is a full time (100% FTE), permanent position. This position is overtime eligible.

Monthly Salary: $3,917 to $5,240 | Range 43 Steps A - M | Successful candidates are typically hired at the beginning of the salary range and receive scheduled salary increment increases in accordance with WAC 357-28.

In accordance with RCW 49.58.110, the above salary reflects the full salary range for this position. Individual placement within the range is based on the candidate’s current experience, education, skills, and abilities related to the position.

Benefits: WSU offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes paid sick and vacation leave; paid holidays; medical, dental, life and disability insurance package for employees and dependents; retirement; deferred compensation, optional supplemental retirement accounts; training and development; and employee tuition waiver. For additional information, please review the detailed Summary of Benefits offered by WSU for Classified staff and Total Compensation.

Required Qualifications

Two years of experience as Stage Technician 1; OR equivalent education/experience.

Demonstrated experience working with lighting systems.

Ability to complete required Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) certifications and trainings for advanced rigging (examples: working in extreme heights, fixture security, etc.)

Ability to complete required equipment trainings (examples: fork lift, scissor lift, boom lift, etc.).

Demonstrated knowledge of safety and fire codes for large event spaces.

Ability to work a flexible schedule as needed (i.e. evenings, weekends, holidays).

Ability to work at extreme heights.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in major concerts and basketball game event preparation, including installation of portable stages and basketball floors.

Demonstrated knowledge of Computer-Aided Design (CAD) or other similar design software.

Demonstrated ability to successfully communicate

Ability to positively interact with clients

Ability to coordinate different events simultaneously.

Position Sponsorship Eligibility: Not eligible for work visa sponsorship

About Department/College/Area/ Campus - https://wsucougars.com/

Area/College: Athletics, Intercollegiate Department Name: Beasley Coliseum

Application Instructions: Applicants must upload the following required documents to their online application. Application materials should clearly communicate how the applicant meets all required qualifications and additional requirements.

1) Resume

2) Cover Letter

External candidates, upload all documents in the “Application Document” section of your application.

Current WSU Employees (internal candidates), before starting your Workday application, please use these instructions to update your education and experience in your worker profile in Workday. Internal candidates, upload all documents in the “Resume/Cover Letter” section of your application.

Documents may be submitted as one file or separate files. Applicants are encouraged to upload as a PDF, if possible.

Reference contact information will be requested later in the recruitment process through Workday.

Background Check: This position has been designated by the department to require a background check because it requires access to children or vulnerable adults as defined by RCW 74.34, engages in law enforcement, requires security clearance, interacts with WSU students in a counseling or advising capacity, has access to personal identifying and/or financial information, unsupervised access to university buildings/property, or other business-related need. A background check will not be completed until an initial determination of qualification for employment has been made.

Time Type

Full time

Position Term

12 Month

Washington State University encourages all qualified candidates to apply, including members of the military and veterans, and persons with disabilities.

WSU employs only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.

WSU is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact Human Resource Services: 509-335-4521 (v), Washington State TDD Relay Service: Voice Callers: 1-800-833-6384; TDD Callers: 1-800-833-6388, 509-335-1259(f), or [email protected].

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