Scenic Carpenter & Fabrication Specialist

Mohegan Tribal Gaming Authority - Mohegan Sun; Mohegan (CT); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Mohegan Sun's Event Design Shop seeks a versatile scenic construction teammate to build decor for ballroom events, promotions, and casino displays. Involve framing, woodworking, welding, sewing, painting, and lighting/electrical tasks with safety at the forefront.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent, plus four years in theatrical staging or a related field, or a bachelor’s degree in technical theater.

Qualifications

• Four years of professional experience in theatrical staging or a related field.
• Bachelor’s degree in technical theater or related field preferred.
• Ability to read scenic renderings, designs and elevations.
• Willingness to learn multiple disciplines of construction and finish work.
• Must work safely at heights.

Responsibilities

• Construct scenic décor for ballroom events, displays, and casino decorations.
• Read and execute work based on drawings and blueprints.
• Assist with packing, shipping, installing and striking scenery.
• Support load-in/load-out for events across Mohegan Sun venues.
• Maintain a safe, organized shop environment.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Read blueprints/renderings

Safe equipment operation

Knot tying

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree in technical theater or related field

Tools

Table saw

Band saw

CNC Router

Planer

Welding equipment

Fork lifts

Screw guns

Job description

Mohegan Sun's Event Design Shop seeks a versatile scenic construction teammate to build decor for ballroom events, promotions, and casino displays. Involve framing, woodworking, welding, sewing, painting, and lighting/electrical tasks with safety at the forefront.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent, plus four years in theatrical staging or a related field, or a bachelor’s degree in technical theater.