It is not uncommon to receive compensation (such as comp/free tickets to the current or future productions or items used in the show) in other forms than money for pay.
This type of compensation allows the person working to receive value for their services while not costing the producer more out-of-pocket expenses.
The Electrics department is also typically in charge of any fog or haze machines used during a production, as well as the configuration of pyrotechnics and other special hardware.
Sailors were considered the earliest stagehands in history and many techniques used today for rigging in the theater are from standard uses on boats.
Theater technicians today have also incorporated techniques from mountain climbers as well to improve the capabilities of flying equipment in the air.
The truss is considered as to be the most important rigging system in theater because it consists of two or more pieces of pipe fabricated together with cross bracing.
Responsibilities include calling the cues and determining the starting time of the show and ensuring the safety of all persons involved.
Depending on circumstances, multiple positions are possible: Responsible for the creation and maintenance of costume pieces and dressing the performers.