Scenic Carpenter

Ready Set Inc; New York (NY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) w/ ER matching

Health insurance

Parental leave

Job summary

Ready Set Inc. in New York is looking for full-time carpenters to handle custom builds for live events and retail displays. Ideal candidates will have over a year of finish carpentry experience and extensive knowledge of power tools. The role includes fabrication, installation, and ensuring quality standards under the direction of Production Managers.

Benefits include 401(k) matching and health insurance. Candidates should be prepared to work overtime, nights, and weekends as needed.

Qualifications

• 1+ years’ experience in finish carpentry.
• Knowledge of building materials focused on sheet goods.
• Valid Driver’s License and ability to drive box trucks.

Responsibilities

• Fabrication, installation, and handling of custom builds.
• Operating in the fabrication department under direction of Production Managers.
• Ensuring proper safety practices are followed.

Skills

Finish carpentry experience

Knowledge of power tools

Ability to lift heavy objects

Effective communication

Tools

Table saw

Routers

Job description

Ready Set Inc. is first and foremost, a service company. Since our start in 1997, we’ve been the standard bearer for set-building in the NYC metro area. Our mission is to exceed client expectations. We deliver solutions from our Custom Fabrication shop and our Rentals Division is here to accommodate the needs of clients who may not have the time or budget to have a set custom made to spec.

We’re constantly on the lookout for dependable people to add to our crew of skilled carpenters and scenic artists.

Reporting to the Production Managers, carpenters are responsible for the fabrication, installation, and handling of custom builds. They must have knowledge of fabrication specific to live events, staging, photoshoots, and retail displays. The carpenters will need to meet the established quality standards and timelines of all builds set by Producers and
Production Managers

Duties Include, But Are Not Limited To

• Operating in the fabrication department under the direction of the Production Managers
• Working on projects as outlined by the Production Managers and adhering to production schedules
• Working from drawings to verify dimensions and build with attention to detail and quality
• Maintaining best practices and sound fabrication techniques
• Effective communication and remaining professional at all times
• Maintaining standard of quality while working as part of a team
• Ensuring proper safety practices are followed, personal protective equipment is worn at all times, and that a safe, efficient, and clean work space is maintained

The ideal candidate will have:

• 1+ years’ experience in finish carpentry - additional 1+ years’ experience in scenic (or related) carpentry preferred
• Extensive knowledge of stationary and hand-held power tools including table saw, routers and typical rotary blade/bit tools
• Knowledge of building materials focused on sheet goods made of wood, laminate and plastics
• Willingness to work overtime, nights, and weekends when necessary to deliver the project on time
• Ability to use ladders and carry at least 80 lbs
• Valid Driver’s License and ability to drive box trucks up to 20''

Job Type: Full-time

• 401(k) w/ ER matching
• Health insurance
• Parental leave

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Experience:

• Construction Experience: 1 year (Preferred)
• Carpentry: 1 year (Required)
• Fabrication: 1 year (Required)
• Painting: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)
• Day Shift (Preferred)
• Night Shift (Preferred)

Pay scale commensurate with experience and will be set at time of offer,