Scenic Carpenter

Queensbury Theatre; Carpenter (WY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

Queensbury Theatre is seeking an Overhire Scenic Carpenter (Part Time) to join the Production team in Houston. You will construct scenery, assist with build, load-in/load-out, and maintain a safe, efficient shop environment.

The ideal candidate has construction experience with woodworking, framing, finish carpentry, metalworking, welding, and safe operation of power tools. Some weekend/evening hours may be required.

Qualifications

• Construction experience required.
• Woodworking, framing and finish carpentry skills.
• Metal working, welding, bending.
• Safe operation of power tools and hand tools.

Responsibilities

• Construct scenery and set pieces.
• Collaborate with staff for safe build, installation and strike.
• Assist with load‑in and strike of productions.
• Maintain a clean, safe shop environment.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Production Manager.
• Actively engage in inclusive practices in the scene shop and theatre-wide.

Skills

Woodworking

Framing

Finish carpentry

Metalworking

Welding

Power tools safety

Job description

Job Title

Overhire Scenic Carpenter (Part Time)

Organization

Queensbury Theatre

Department

Production

Reports to

Associate Artistic Director & Production Manager

Direct Reports

N/A

About The Queensbury

Queensbury Theatre is a 501(c)(3) non‑profit organization which offers professional and educational theatre programs. Located in CityCentre, Queensbury is the only professional theatre in West Houston. With the desire to bring a new theatrical experience to Houston and to contribute to the future of the art form, Queensbury Theatre strives to produce, create and cultivate professional, ground‑breaking, and affordable musical's and plays on an intimate level. Queensbury Theatre houses and operates the Tribble School for the Performing Arts, a program which serves 350-400 students and their families per semester. In 2015, Queensbury moved into its current state‑of‑the‑art facility which features a 250 seat proscenium theatre and a 100 seat black box theatre.

About the Position

Queensbury’s Overhire Scenic Carpenter works as part of the scenic team and is responsible for constructing scenic elements for productions, basic scene shop operations, collaborating with staff on the build, load‑in, and load‑out of scenery, and maintaining a safe work environment.

Responsibilities

• Constructing scenery and set pieces
• Collaborating with staff on a regular basis to ensure safe and efficient build, installation, and strike of scenery
• Participation in the load‑in and strike of productions
• Maintaining a safe and tidy work and shop environment
• Performing other duties and responsibilities as assigned
• Actively engage in education and development of anti‑oppressive and inclusive practices and policies in the scene shop and theatre-wide
• Related duties as assigned by the Production Manager.

Minimum Qualifications And Competencies

Education/Experience: Construction experience necessary. The ideal candidate has skill in: woodworking, framing, finish carpentry, metal working, welding, bending, and training in safe operation of stationary and portable power tools and hand tools.

Supplemental Functions

The candidate has the ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment. Has strong organizational and interpersonal skills, with the capacity to work both independently, and collaboratively. Is detail‑oriented with excellent multitasking and prioritization abilities.

Physical Requirements/Working Conditions

Prolonged periods of standing at work table, ability to regularly move and lift 30-50 lbs, work at heights up to 30 feet on regular ladder and personnel lifts. No major sources of discomfort. Accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Typical hours are during the day, but the position requires the flexibility to be available for weekend, holidays, and evening work hours as needed.

Compensation

Compensation is commensurate with experience and ability.

Equal Opportunity Employment

Queensbury Theatre is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Contact

Box Office Hours: Mondays - Fridays | 10am-5pm

713.467.4497

Queensbury Theatre

12777 Queensbury Lane, Houston, Texas 77024

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