Scenic Carpenter - Hale Centre Theatre

Responsibilities shall include, but are not limited to the following: 

• Work independently or in a team to construct Scenic elements for productions.
• Participate as a collaborative member of the build staff specializing in carpentry.
• Complete tasks as assigned by Shop Supervisors or Shop Manager in an efficient and timely manner.
• Maintain accurate build dimensions throughout the build process. 
• Use appropriate construction techniques that support the specific functionality of the scenic element.
• Assist other shop departments as needed; including metal shop, paint, warehouse, transportation.
• Participate in the Strike/Install operations of all scenic elements for productions.
• Assist other Production Departments with setup, strike and restore of show equipment; including set, props, rigging, projections, lighting and sound. 
• Maintaining a safe working environment at all times by adhering to Hale Centre Theatre safety policies and procedures 
• Maintain a safe & clean work environment onstage, backstage, shop and storage areas for staff and performers alike. 
• Follow all pertinent Hale Centre Theatre policies and agreements.
• Report all accidents and incidents immediately to Management .
• Any other projects as assigned by the Scenic Shop Manager or Scenic Shop Supervisors. 

 QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS:

• Must be able to demonstrate a good working knowledge of finish carpentry and carpentry in general.
• Must have a good working knowledge of all hand and power tools related to finish carpentry, and must be able to demonstrate the ability to use all such equipment in a reasonable and safe manner.
• Must have basic skills in reading shop drawings.
• Must be able to maintain tight dimensional tolerances.
• Must be able to work weekdays and occasional weekends.
• Experience in Theatrical Stage Carpentry is preferred.
• An ability to work well in a team atmosphere.
• Be comfortable working independently. 
• Possess strong desire to hone existing skills and a willingness to learn new ones. 
• Be highly resourceful and possess efficient problem solving and time management skills. 
• Demonstrate strong communication skills. 
• Successful candidates must be able to pass a drug screening prior to beginning work.

Hourly compensation commensurate with experience. Individual compensation packages are based on various factors unique to each candidate, including skill set, experience, and qualifications. 

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