Scenic Carpenter

Atomic Design, Inc.; Lititz (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Atomic Design, Inc. is seeking a skilled carpenter to build and assemble wooden scenic elements for live events. The role requires reading plans, working with laminates and veneers, and maintaining a clean wood shop. Expect overtime based on project schedules and client needs.

Candidates should have 5+ years in scenic carpentry and a working knowledge of rigging and theater terminology. Ability to lift and handle heavy materials is required.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of scenic carpentry experience.
• Working knowledge of scenic construction and rigging.
• Knowledge of theater terms and procedures.
• Ability to read drawings and ground plans.

Responsibilities

• Build and assemble wooden scenic elements based on a plan, drawing or request.
• Prepare finished pieces for next step of process (paint, labeling, packaging, etc.).
• Maintain a clean and organized wood shop.
• Keep accurate records of inventory usage.

Skills

Carpentry skills

Laminate/veneer

Joinery

Spray adhesives

Casework assembly

Read drawings

Ground plans

Tools

Table saw

Planer

Edge bander

Shaper

Job description

Build and assemble wooden scenic elements based on a plan, drawing or request.

Core Responsibilities

• Culture / One ATOMIC – Every employee plays a role in shaping and sustaining our culture. How we show up and engage matters. Inputs include:
• Work at mastering technical skills through learning and development, while modelling ATOMIC values of respect, curiosity, collaboration, resourcefulness, flexibility, and caring candor.
• Contribute to the development of a safety culture.
• “Other duties as assigned” is part of our team culture. While we have individual roles and responsibilities, one constant is help and support for each other.
• The dynamic nature of the live events industry requires flexibility to work overtime, including early mornings, evenings and weekends, as dictated by project schedules and client needs.
• Perform all carpentry tasks with a focus on quality assurance, attention to detail, and adherence to ATOMIC's standards and best practices.
• Prepare finished pieces for next step of process (paint, labelling, packaging, etc.)
• Maintain a clean and organized wood shop.
• Keep accurate records of inventory usage.

Organizational Relationships

The Carpenter reports to the Wood Shop Lead.

Desired Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong carpentry skills.
• Experience with laminate, veneer, joinery, applying spray adhesives, assembling casework spackling/filling voids.
• Experience with woodworking tools including but not limited to table saw, planer, edge bander, shaper, etc.
• Working knowledge of scenic construction and rigging.
• Knowledge of theater terms and procedures.
• Ability to read drawings and ground plans.
• 5+ years of applicable scenic carpentry experience.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 75 pounds
• Those necessary for general warehouse work

Typical manufacturing environment for the majority of the time with occasional offsite work at industry-based venues.