Scene Shop Carpenter/Painter Position

UWSUP University of Wisconsin Superior; Superior (WI); On-site; USD 6,900 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

University of Wisconsin-Superior is seeking a Scene Shop Carpenter/Painter for the theatre season. This student hourly role involves building and painting scenery, maintaining the scene shop and stage safety, and assisting with lighting and box office duties as needed.

Ideal candidates are current or incoming UWS students with a passion for theatre tech, able to lift 75 pounds, climb ladders, and commit to at least 5 hours per week. Training will be provided.

Qualifications

• The candidate must be a current or incoming University of Wisconsin–Superior student and eligible for federal work-study.
• Enthusiasm for technical theatre and theatre production work is preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 75 pounds and work on ladders or powered lifts when required.
• Must be able to work a minimum of 5 hours per week; more hours possible with production needs.

Responsibilities

• Follow supervisor instructions to build/paint scenery, maintain props and hang masking curtains.
• Maintain organization and safety of the scene shop and performance stage.
• Assist with lighting and sound tasks when assigned, with training provided.
• Help with general shop organization, inventory, and equipment management.
• Attend scheduled theatre employee meetings and work Saturdays/Sundays as needed.

Skills

Student status

Federal work study

5+ hours/week

10hrs/wk preferred

20hrs/wk max

Lifting 75 pounds

Climb ladders (10 ft)

Safety awareness

Work unsupervised

Theatre tech enthusiasm

Allergy/dust awareness

Education

Current or incoming UWS student

Job description

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Position Title

Scene Shop Carpenter/Painter Position

Job Category

Student Hourly Job

Job Profile

Student Help

Job Summary

Scene Shop Carpenter/Painter Position $14.00/hr JOB SUMMERY Build and paint theatrical scenery, furniture, and hang masking curtains for all UWS Theatre productions. Maintain the organization and safety of the scene shop and performance stage. Student employees will be working with various professional shop tools: drills, saws, staplers, nailers, sanders and painting products. Students will be lifting and moving lumber and stage scenery, as well as climbing ladders. The average work week is 10 hours but can be less or more hours dependent on the student’s daily/weekly availability. Holidays and college breaks are unscheduled, and the theatre shops and box office are closed. There are some work Saturdays and Sundays scheduled for the season. One for each production. Saturdays are used to complete the production construction. Sundays are used to partially dismantle the production. UWS Theare performances are Thursday-Sunday and are performed for two weekends. There are four shows a year, two main stage productions for each semester and two smaller alternative productions each semester. These performance and special work dates are scheduled well in advance and are posted on the UWS Theatre Student Employee Canvas portal.

Primary Responsibilities

• Follow supervisor’s instructions when building and painting scenery, maintaining props furniture, and hang masking curtains. Training is provided.
• Maintain the organization and safety of the scene shop and performance stage. Training is provided.

Secondary Responsibilities (if and when assigned)

• Assist the lighting crew in completing in hanging and circuiting lighting and sound equipment when needed. Training is provided.

General Responsibilities (if and when assigned)

• Assist with the general organization, maintenance and inventory control of all shops, supplies, and equipment: makeup, sewing notions, electronics, hardware, power tools, paint, etc.
• Assist with the requests to borrow or rent equipment, props, costumes, etc.
• Assist with Box Office duties and ushering during performances.
• Assist the Costume Shop.
• Attend scheduled UWS Theatre student employee meetings, work Saturdays, and Sundays dismantling the set. These dates are scheduled well in advance.

Primary Qualifications

• Enthusiasm and a desire to work in technical theatre.
• Must qualify for federal work study.
• Must be a current or incoming UWS student.
• Must be able to work a minimum of 5 hours a week.
• 10hrs/wk preferred.
• 20hrs/wk max.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 75 pounds short distances.
• Must be able to work on ladders and powered lift at heights up to 10 feet or higher.
• Be aware of any allergic reactions to latex gloves and paints and dust sensitivities.
• Work well unsupervised.

Preferred Qualifications (but not necessary)

• Previous high school, college or community theatre experience.
• Experience or interest in operating wood shop powered tools and painting.
• Basic knowledge in carpentry and painting.

Notice to New Employees

Employment will require a criminal background check. A pending criminal charge or conviction will not necessarily disqualify an applicant. In compliance with the Wisconsin Fair Employment Act, the University does not discriminate on the basis of arrest or conviction record.

UW is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other bases protected by applicable federal or State law and UW System policies. We are committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills, and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.

Location

UW-Superior, A Superior Place: The University will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except that the identities of ‘final candidates’ must be revealed upon request. According to the Attorney General, ‘final candidates’ under Wisconsin law means the five candidates who are considered most qualified for the position. See Wis. Stat. Sec. 19.36(7)(a).

Background check and references

Employment will require a criminal background check, and if you have prior work history within the last seven years with Universities of Wisconsin or State of Wisconsin agencies, a personnel file review check for employee misconduct. It will also require your references to answer questions regarding employee misconduct, sexual violence and sexual harassment. The University reserves the right to check references with notice given to the candidates at the appropriate time in the process.

Immigration verification

Employment is subject to federal laws that require verification of identity and legal right to work in the United States as required by the Immigration Reform and Control Act.

Campus safety information

For UW-Superior campus safety information and crime statistics, review the Annual Security Report or contact the University Police Department Safety at 715-394-8114 for a printed copy.

University information

The Universities of Wisconsin serve approximately 161,000 students. Awarding nearly 37,000 degrees annually, the Universities of Wisconsin is Wisconsin’s talent pipeline, putting graduates in position to increase their earning power, contribute to their communities, and make Wisconsin a better place to live. Nearly 90 percent of in-state Universities of Wisconsin graduates stay in Wisconsin five years after earning a degree – with a median salary of more than $66,000. The Universities of Wisconsin provides a 23:1 return on state investment. The Universities of Wisconsin also contribute to the richness of Wisconsin’s culture and economy with groundbreaking research, new companies and patents, and boundless creative intellectual energy. The Universities of Wisconsin and its employees are purpose-driven, people-focused, and committed to stewardship.