Carpenter

The Old Globe; San Diego (CA); Presencial; USD 32.000 - 46.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Vacation and Sick time

IATSE pension

IATSE Health plans

Descripción de la vacante

The Old Globe in San Diego, CA is seeking a Carpenter to construct, erect, install, repair, and dismantle scenery and fixtures using wood, plywood, metal, and other materials. The role collaborates with supervisors to plan and execute scenery construction and ensure timely completion of projects.

Applicants should have 1–2 years of related experience or equivalent education, strong construction skills, and the ability to lift heavy loads.

Formación

• Demonstrated high-quality wood and metal construction skills.
• Proficiency in a wide range of scenic construction techniques.
• Able to stand, walk, and lift heavy loads as part of daily tasks.

Responsabilidades

• Review plans, drawings, and specifications to determine materials, dimensions, and construction methods.
• Collaborate with supervisors to plan and execute scenery construction.
• Prepare layouts, select materials, and cut, shape, and assemble components using hand and power tools.
• Operate woodworking and metalworking equipment safely and effectively.
• Assemble, finish, transport, install, rig, and dismantle scenery and stage effects.
• Install scenic machinery, electronics, and theatrical rigging as required.
• Ensure all work meets construction standards and deadlines.
• Communicate progress and issues to supervisors.
• Assist the Head Carpenter or supervisor with related production tasks.

Conocimientos

Woodworking

Metalworking

Scenic construction

Tool operation

Team collaboration

Educación

High school diploma or equivalent

Herramientas

Hand tools

Power tools

Woodworking equipment

Metalworking equipment

Descripción del empleo

Job Details: Job Location: San Diego, CA 92101, Salary Range: $28.27 - $28.27 Hourly, The Old Globe, a Tony Award-winning theatre and one of the country’s leading regional LORT B+ theatres, is seeking qualified applicants for a Carpenter. This position is responsible for constructing, erecting, installing, repairing, and dismantling scenery and fixtures made of wood, plywood, metal, and other materials.

Key Responsibilities

• Review plans, drawings, and specifications to determine materials, dimensions, and construction methods.
• Collaborate with supervisors to plan and execute scenery construction.
• Prepare layouts, select materials, and cut, shape, and assemble components using hand and power tools.
• Operate woodworking and metalworking equipment safely and effectively.
• Assemble, finish, transport, install, rig, and dismantle scenery and stage effects.
• Install scenic machinery, electronics, and theatrical rigging as required.
• Ensure all work meets construction standards and project deadlines.
• Communicate progress and issues to supervisors.
• Assist the Head Carpenter or supervisor with related production tasks.

The Old Globe is actively committed to fostering a culture of equity, diversity, inclusion, & access in all areas of our operation. By making intentional, actionable steps, we strive to make The Old Globe a place where theatre makers, employees, volunteers, audience members, and community members of all identities and backgrounds belong. The Old Globe welcomes candidates who demonstrate a commitment to these goals. We strongly encourage people with the following identities to apply: BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, people living with disabilities, and those from other historically and presently marginalized groups. Multilingual candidates are also strongly encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience required.
• Candidates must be able to demonstrate high-quality wood and metal construction skills; and be proficient in a wide range of scenic construction techniques.
• Able to stand and walk for extended periods; use hands and arms for handling, reaching, and tool operation. Frequently lifts up to 75 lbs. and occasionally more than 100 lbs.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• This is a full-time, IATSE Local 122 Union position. If the selected candidate is not a member of the Union, they will be required to join IATSE local 122. Hourly rate subject to the agreement between Local 122 and The Old Globe, 2026 rate is $28.27 per hour. Benefits include Vacation and Sick time, IATSE pension, and IATSE Health plans.