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CENTERS, LLC is a professional management firm specializing in facility, operation, and program management for higher education. CENTERS' management approach is customized for each client yet retains our uniform quality. Our firm unites site staff with a centralized administrative team, each contributing to the firm's goals and client needs. The CENTERS team is innovative, entrepreneurial, trail-blazing, and ambitious for both CENTERS and our clients. Today, CENTERS provides management services for 14 clients.Commitment to the well-being, security, and future of our employees is a priority. View the comprehensive information about the competitive benefits package on our careers page then scroll down to CENTERS Benefits (click link to view).The part-time Technical Theater Assistant works with the Technical Theater Coordinator to facilitate theatrical productions by maintaining the scene shop, maintaining theatrical lighting systems and infrastructure, and assisting in the creation of scenic and stage elements for theatrical productions.This position will work on-site at Johns Hopkins University Homewood Campus. JHU is recognized as America’s first research university, a place that has revolutionized higher education in the U.S. and continues to bring knowledge and discoveries to the world. JHU opened its first-ever student center in August 2025. The 148,000 gross square feet Bloomberg Student Center will transform the student experience by providing spaces, amenities, and opportunities for students who want to socialize, connect, create, and relax. The building is designed to be a welcoming environment for all Hopkins students while extending an invitation to the community through events, programs, and dining opportunities.​Essential ResponsibilitiesReading and interpreting shop drawings and CAD and VectorWorks drawings.Constructing scenery and developing cut lists.Using a variety of tools, processes, materials, and equipment in completing assigned projects.Assisting in maintaining the safety and efficiency of all scene shop operations.Performing maintenance and upkeep of scene shop, tools, and stage facilities.Participating in the transportation, installation, strike, and disposal of scenery.Ensuring all equipment and setups are safe for performers and crew.Education and ExperienceHigh School Diploma or equivalentPrevious work experience preferredPrevious experience assisting in lighting, sound, set construction or related stage production areasExperience with hand, power, and pneumatictoolsLicensed driverSkills and AbilitiesAbility to work independently and/or as part of a small groupAbility to make sound decisions and adapt to changingdirectionsGood organizational skillsMechanical aptitudeExcellent communication skills including active listeningAbility to read drafting and shop drawingsWork EnvironmentShop and theater environmentModerate to loud noiseNon-smoking environmentMaintain flexible hoursPhysical DemandsMust be able to work in high places such as ladders, lifts, grids.Must be able to lift, move and set up items weighing as much as 60 lbs.Ability to crawl and be on hands and kneesMust be able to discuss, converse with, and exchange accurate information with patrons, staff, stakeholders, etc.Other DutiesPlease note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.