School of the Arts Scene Shop Assistant
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Job no: 550628
Work type: Student Assistant
Location: Chico
Categories: Temporary, Part Time, Theatre Arts, On-site (work in-person at business location), Unit 15 - CSUEU - Student Assistants
Our Commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion:
Chico State is committed to recruiting outstanding candidates. The ideal candidate will embrace our values predicated on the primacy of student success and the elimination of equity gaps, have demonstrated experience working with diverse populations, and will contribute to policies, programs, and practices that support an inclusive, accessible, and equitable learning and working environment. Black, Indigenous, People of Color, veterans, and those with bilingual and/or diverse abilities are encouraged to apply.
| Position Title: |
Scene Shop Student Assistant
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| College/Unit/Division: |
College of Humanities and Fine Arts |
| Department/School: |
School of the Arts |
| Application Deadline: |
12/05/2025
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| Seasonal Role Working Dates: |
Spring 2026
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| Student Employee Classification Level: |
Student Employee I - $16.50
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| Position Available for the Following Funding Types: |
Both – Federal Work Study and Non-Work Study
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| Location Type: |
On-site |
| Role Description: |
The School of the Arts in the College of Humanities and Fine Arts is collecting application materials for a student assistant position in the Scene Shop. Hours are flexible and no experience is required.
Working under the direct supervision of the Scene Shop Supervisor, the primary responsibility of the Scene Shop is to construct, paint, install and remove all theatrical sets for the College of Humanities and Fine Arts. Student Assistants will be required to operate a variety of power tools, hand tools and shop machinery in a safe and supervised environment. Situations may arise where heavy lifting will be required. Working on the floor or from ladders and elevated structures are common occurrences in the shop.
Description of Duties:
Shop Duties 70%
- Fabricate set pieces and other scenic elements based on design specifications
- Read and work with measuring tapes and rulers
- Safely operate hand and power tools and equipment
- Work with a variety of materials including wood, metal, foam and plastic
- Apply paint, textures, and finishes to scenic elements to achieve the desired look
- Maintain a safe and organized work environment
Theatre Duties 15%
- Assist with setup and teardown of sets for productions
- Maintain, clean and organize theatres and rehearsal spaces
Email Duties: 5%
- Email notifications of absences and/or any shift changes
Safety Training 5%
- Complete hands-on tool training and assessment
- Complete ladder training
- Complete assigned online training
Miscellaneous: 5%
- Log work times on written monthly calendar located in the Scene Shop daily
- Log work times into CHRS daily
- Sign monthly timesheet when ready
Hours per week: 6-20 hours
Minimum Qualifications: none
Exceptions to the minimum eligibility qualifications may be granted at the sole discretion of the University.
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| Applicants Must Provide: |
- Resume (required)
- Class schedule / availability
- Work study / financial aid award (if applicable)
- Preferred number of hours per week
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| Job-related questions should be directed to: |
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Additional Information:
All work must be performed within the State of California.
Compliance training completion (approx. 4 hours of work time) is required of this position within the first 30 days of work.
The person holding this position is not considered a ‘mandated reporter’ under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.
A background check (including a criminal records check) is not required for this position.
For disability-related accommodations, please call the ADA Coordinator at (530) 898-5959.
All positions are contingent on funding.
Chico State is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, medical condition, disability, marital status, or protected veteran status and only employ individuals authorized to work in the U.S.
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