Carpenter (Temporary)

Rock Steady Productions LLC; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Rock Steady Productions LLC in Long Beach, CA is seeking a reliable Carpenter to join our fabrication team. The role builds scenic structures, retail displays, and event environments, requiring strong carpentry skills and a can-do attitude in a fast-paced shop.

Candidates should read blueprints, operate hand and power tools, and install components at job sites. Preference for experience in event production or themed environments; must have own hand tools and reliable transportation.

Qualifications

• General carpentry experience required; finish carpentry and scenic fabrication a plus.
• Able to read blueprints and follow technical instructions.
• Proficient with table saws, routers, drills, sanders, and other woodworking tools.
• Reliable transportation and valid driver's license required.
• Personal hand tools required.
• Comfortable lifting up to 50 lbs and heights.

Responsibilities

• Perform rough and finish carpentry work, from framing to final installation
• Read and interpret shop drawings, sketches, and work orders
• Safely and effectively operate hand tools, power tools, and woodworking equipment
• Install fabricated components at job sites as needed
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area
• Communicate with project managers and teammates to meet project deadlines
• Ensure quality craftsmanship with attention to detail

Skills

General carpentry

Blueprint reading

Team collaboration

Tool proficiency

Tools

Table saw

Routers

Drills

Sanders

Job description

Description

Position Overview:
We’re looking for a reliable, skilled Carpenter to join our fabrication team. This role involves building a wide variety of scenic structures, retail displays, and event environments. Ideal candidates have a strong work ethic, a good understanding of carpentry tools and techniques, and a can‑do attitude in a fast‑paced production shop.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform rough and finish carpentry work, from framing to final installation
• Read and interpret shop drawings, sketches, and work orders
• Safely and effectively operate hand tools, power tools, and woodworking equipment
• Install fabricated components at job sites as needed
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area
• Communicate with project managers and teammates to meet project deadlines
• Ensure quality craftsmanship with attention to detail

Requirements

Qualifications:

• General carpentry experience required (finish carpentry and scenic fabrication experience a plus)
• Able to read blueprints and follow technical instructions
• Proficient with tools including table saws, routers, drills, sanders, and more
• Reliable transportation and a valid driver’s license required
• Must have and maintain a personal set of hand tools
• Comfortable lifting up to 50 lbs and working on ladders or at heights
• Experience in event production, themed entertainment, or fabrication is preferred