Head Electrician

Job Title

Head Electrician

Location: Greenbrier Valley Theatre, Lewisburg, West Virginia
Reports To: Technical Director

About Greenbrier Valley Theatre (GVT)

Greenbrier Valley Theatre is proud to be West Virginia’s State Professional Theatre, dedicated to producing high-quality live performances that enrich our community. Our 2026 season will consist of Ripcord, The Greenbrier Ghost, Tuesdays with Morrie, The Mousetrap, and Miracle on 34th Street: The Live Musical Radio Play and we are seeking a skilled Head Electrician to provide leadership for our electrical operations over a 8-month contract.

Position Overview

Greenbrier Valley Theatre is seeking an experienced, safety-conscious, and collaborative Head Electrician for our 2026 mainstage season. This key leadership role involves overseeing the installation, operation, and strike of all lighting and electrical elements for our productions. The successful candidate will work closely with the Technical Director and other technical staff to ensure that every show meets our high standards of safety, creativity, and technical excellence. This position will also program and run lights for various one-night events that the theatre produces. This is an excellent position for recent college graduates seeking a career in theatre/live event production.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise all electrical operations during the installation, operation, and strike phases of productions, collaborating closely with the Technical Director to ensure that lighting designs are executed accurately and safely.

• Oversee the hanging, circuiting, focusing, maintenance, and strike of lighting fixtures and electrical equipment.

• Assist in the installation of practicals, atmospheric, and special effects as required by each production, and program and operate an ETC ION XE lighting console as needed.

• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized electrical work environment; monitor and help manage lighting inventory—including intelligent LED fixtures, moving lights, and; and enforce all safety protocols and industry best practices.

• Regularly inspect equipment and rigging to ensure a secure working environment and contribute to special technical projects as assigned by the Technical Director.

• Work productions as needed, as a board or spotlight operator.

Required Experience & Skills

• Demonstrated experience in theatrical or live event lighting, including conventional dimming systems and fixture maintenance.

• Proficiency in electricity, wiring, and soldering techniques.

• Ability to interpret technical paperwork and lighting plots, with a solid understanding of basic rigging principles.

• Comfort working at heights (up to 30+ ft.), on ladders, and in lifts.

• Physical capability to safely lift up to 50 lbs, climb, and manage equipment in various positions (kneeling, crouching, etc.).

• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills, with a proven ability to lead in a theatre-based environment.

• A strong commitment to safety and an equitable work environment.

• Be able to successfully pass a background check.
  
  

Preferred Experience & Skills

• Prior experience operating EOS family lighting consoles.

• Familiarity with industry software such as Lightwright and Vectorworks.

• Knowledge of traditional, intelligent, and moving fixtures.
  
  

Employment Details

• Salary range for this position is $500 per week for the 8-month contract 

• Out of town seasonal hires receive a private bedroom with a shared bathroom, living and kitchen space within walking distance of the theatre.  Housing is furnished, and basic kitchen supplies and bedding are provided. There is access to complimentary laundry facilities and wifi.  

• A travel stipend of $150 will be offered for this position.

• The contract begins April 13, 2026 and concludes on December 22, 2026.

• This is a full-time position requiring a variable schedule to meet production demands, including day, weekend, and evening hours. Compensation on a standard 40-hour work week. Overtime is paid in accordance with state and federal law with managerial approval.

• US work authorization is required.

• All seasonal employees must have a valid drivers license and reliable transportation.

Apply

To apply, please email seasonalartistsprogram@gvtheatre.org and include the position you’re applying for in the subject line. We ask that you apply for one position only.

Your application should include a brief cover letter sharing your interest in the role, a current resume, and three professional references. While not required, applicants are welcome to include links to a portfolio or personal website if they feel it supports their application.

The deadline to apply is March 8, 2026 at 5 PM EST. 

No phone calls, please.