The Theatre Centre is currently accepting applications for the following positions:

Assistant Facilities Trainee – deadline to apply is 5pm, Wednesday April 8, 2015.

This is a full-time, year-long position, funded by Miziwe Biik, Aboriginal Employment & Training. 

Applicants must be able to register at Miziwe Biik Aboriginal Employment and Training (First Nations, Inuit or Métis background) and have been recently unemployed or underemployed. Please self-identify in your application.

Responsibilities

• Assist with Director of Facilities and Productions’ administrative coding and filing
• Draft a supplies schedule for consumables at the theatre based on first weeks shadowing Director of Facilities and Productions
• Revise and maintain a supplier database
• Work with the Director of Facilities and Productions to train on building preparation and maintenance
• Train with the Director of Facilities and Production to get a good sense of production communication and planning
• Attend meetings with residency artists and learn about creativity within building management
• Train on and assist with Winter facilities’ systems start-up

Qualifications

• This is an entry-level position; the successful candidate’s defining characteristic will be a strong work ethic and a pronounced interest in their training. Training will always be in close contact with The Director of Facilities and Productions until the trainee demonstrates comfort and aptitude for further responsibilities.
• Good organization habits
• An interest in facility management, especially as it pertains to theatre or performing arts would be an asset
• Basic computer skills (Microsoft Word, Excel; Email)

How To Apply:

Please submit a pdf of your cover letter and resume by email to: [email protected] by 5pm, Wednesday, April 8th, 2015. Please save pdfs as LastnameFirstname.pdf, and include Assistant Facilities Trainee in the subject line.

There is an additional form to complete for Miziwe Biik, Aboriginal Employment & Training Services. We will send this form to eligible applicants upon receipt of your cover letter & resume.

We thank all applicants who submit resumes for The Theatre Centre postings. Personal responses to inquiries are not possible, and only those considered for an interview will be contacted.