Shows Tailoring and Repair

Six Flags New England; Northampton (MA); On-site; USD 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Six Flags New England is seeking a Costume Technician to join our wardrobe team. Pay starts at $16.25 per hour.

You will perform general repair and alteration of costumes, operate sewing equipment, assist in laundering, and construct special costumes for shows. Ideal candidates have knowledge of clothing construction and alterations, experience with serger or industrial machines, and the ability to work independently as well as in a high-energy team.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of clothing construction, alterations, and repair.
• Experience with serger or industrial machines preferred.
• Theatrical costume experience helpful.
• Ability to work independently and in a high-performance team.

Responsibilities

• Perform general repair and alteration of various costumes.
• Operate sewing equipment.
• Assist in the laundering of costumes.
• Construct special costumes and show projects as assigned.
• Maintain the appearance and integrity of Licensed Characters.
• Maintain a clean and safe environment for Guests and Team Members.
• Comply with Six Flags New England policies and procedures.

Skills

Self-motivated

Communication skills

Team player

Flexible schedule

Tools

Serging machine

Industrial machines

Job description

Six Flags Entertainment Corporation is the world’s largest regional theme park company with 42 parks across North America. Six Flags has entertained millions of families with world-class coasters, themed rides, thrilling water parks, and unique attractions. With a culture built on safety, service, fun and friendliness, integrity, innovation, and results orientation, our mission at Six Flags New England is to create fun and thrills for all ages.

Pay Starting at $16.25/Hour

Overview:

Six Flags Entertainment Corporation is the world’s largest regional theme park company with 42 parks across North America. Six Flags has entertained millions of families with world-class coasters, themed rides, thrilling water parks, and unique attractions. With a culture built on safety, service, fun and friendliness, integrity, innovation, and results orientation, our mission at Six Flags New England is to create fun and thrills for all ages.

Pay Starting at $16.25/Hour

Responsibilities:

• Performing general repair and alteration of various costumes
• Operating sewing equipment
• Assisting in the laundering of costumes
• Constructing special costumes and specialty show projects as assigned
• Maintaining the structural integrity and design of the Licensed Characters as to not distort the appearance of the characters
• Maintaining a clean and safe environment for Guests and Team Members
• Complying with all Six Flags New England policies and procedures
• Performing other incidental and related duties as required and assigned

Qualifications:

• Knowledge of clothing construction, alterations, and repair
• Previous experience preferred in any or all of the following; serger, industrial machines & other tools to assist in maintenance of costumes
• Previous theatrical costume experience helpful
• Self-Motivated skills to work independently, without direct supervision
• Ability to interact in a professional and positive manner with large groups of people
• Valid Driver’s license and clean driving record helpful in fulfilling errands and supply orders
• Sense of fun
• Willing to work in a high performance team environment
• Willing to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Able to meet the physical demands of the job, with or without reasonable accommodations, including walking long distances, standing for long periods of time, lifting, working at heights, etc.
• Able to communicate effectively in the English language, including the ability to read, speak, and understand the English language
• 18 years old or older