About Us
We are Harper College…the college in your community.
The College was established by referendum in 1965 and opened September 1967. It is named for Dr. William Rainey Harper, a pioneer in the junior college movement in the United States and the first president of the University of Chicago.
Harper College is now one of the nation’s premier community colleges and one of the largest, serving approximately 29,000 students annually in Chicago’s northwest suburbs. The College’s academic programs prepare students for rewarding careers and for transfer to four-year universities. Harper offers associate degree and certification programs, advanced career programs, workforce training, professional development, continuing education classes, accelerated degree options for adults and developmental education programs.
At Harper College, we are committed to fair and equitable compensation for all employees. In compliance with Illinois state law, we prioritize transparency in salary information. Our salary ranges reflect our dedication to attracting and retaining top talent while ensuring equitable pay practices.We encourage open discussions about compensation and invite you to reach out with any questions you may have regarding salary details. Harper College typically offers compensation up to the median market rate for this position. We aim to ensure our pay is competitive while aligning with both the role's requirements and the candidate's experience. To review all benefit information visit us at:
https://www.harpercollege.edu/about/directory/hr/index.php
Job Description
Assists with technical set up of theatre lighting and sound equipment as well as any additional staging equipment to provide smooth running, strike, and clean-up as needed for events in the Performing Arts Center, J Theatre, Drama Lab, Ender Pavilion, and other event locations around campus. Assists with the lighting hang in the Performing Arts Center, J Theatre, and the Drama Lab. Responsible for the loading and unloading of trucks for equipment that is rented or purchased for productions in the Performing Arts Center, J Theatre, and Drama Lab. Performs routine maintenance of department equipment under the supervision of the Technical Director. Maintains current knowledge of the functioning and operation of computerized lighting and sound control systems. Operates theatrical equipment in a safe and efficient manner as dictated by safety and training guidelines for the department.
Responsibilities:
Utilizes standard office and computer equipment, computerized theatre lighting control, lighting instruments and supplies, computerized sound control, AV equipment, power tools, hand tools, pneumatic equipment, personnel lifts, motorized chain hoists, truss rigging, winch motors, scenic rigging, theatrical lift, and counterweight fly system in order to perform the duties of the job.
Qualifications:
High School Diploma or equivalent is required. Some college preferred. 1 year of previous technical theater experience. Excellent organization and time management skills required. Must be 18 years of age or older.
Job Info
- Job Identification: 231261
- Job Category: Contingent Staff
- Posting Date: 11/11/2026, 09:57 PM
- Locations: 1200 W Algonquin Road, Palatine, IL, 60067, US
- Job Schedule: Part time
- Salary Range: $21.00
- Grant-funded position? No
- Budget-Neutral Position? Yes
- Salary Account Number: 0001-3060-196-5109001
