Staff Carpenter

Imagination Stage, Inc.; Bethesda (MD); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

75% health insurance coverage for HMO

Generous paid time off

Discount tickets, classes and summer-c

Job summary

Imagination Stage, Inc. is seeking a Staff Carpenter to execute scenic elements under the supervision of the Technical Director. The role includes building, loading in/out, transporting, and maintaining scenery for all programming, with attention to quality and safety.

The Staff Carpenter may assist with administrative duties such as purchasing, inventory management, and organization. Candidates should have at least two years of professional theatrical carpentry experience, CAD drawing literacy,

Qualifications

• Two years of professional experience as a theatrical carpenter.
• Expertise in set construction through carpentry, rigging, and welding.
• Working knowledge of technical theatre including lights, sound, and props.
• Ability to read and understand drawings generated by CAD programs.
• Demonstrated attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.
• Understanding of the theatrical design process.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to work weekends and evenings.
• Valid driver’s license and comfortable driving cargo van and box trucks up to 26’.

Responsibilities

• Construct, load in/out, transport, and maintain scenery for all Imagination Stage programming.
• Collaborate with the Technical Director on troubleshooting and prototyping.
• Direct overhire teams during build, load in, notes, strike, and other work calls.
• Assist with props construction as needed.
• Coordinate truck rental needs and logistics; typically serves as primary truck driver.

Skills

Theatrical carpentry

CAD reading

Team collaboration

Attention to deadlines

Education

Two years of professional experience as a theatrical carpenter

Tools

CAD software

Job description

Location: Beltsville, MD with frequent work in Bethesda, MD

Department: Production

FLSA Status: Exempt

Position Status: Full time. Hours variable, includes weekends, evenings and holidays. Must be present during all load ins, tech weeks, previews, and strike as required by the Technical Director.

JOB SUMMARY

The Staff Carpenter is responsible for the execution of all scenic elements for Imagination Stage programming under the supervision of the Technical Director. The Staff Carpenter may also assist the Technical Director with administrative duties such as purchasing, inventory management, and organization.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Construct, load in/out, transport, and maintain scenery for all Imagination Stage programming in accordance with plans provided by the Technical Director, and ensure that assigned projects are completed to the highest quality possible within the available resources.
• Collaborate with the Technical Director on troubleshooting problems, and prototyping as directed.
• Direct overhire teams during build, load in, notes, strike, and other work calls as directed.
• Assist with props construction, as needed.
• Coordinate and facilitate truck rental needs and logistics; typically serves as primary truck driver.

GENERAL AND ORGANIZATIONAL SUPPORT DUTIES

• Be on call on occasional nights and weekends as directed by the Technical Director to support Scenery needs for Imagination Stage productions, rentals, and programming.
• In collaboration with the Technical Director, ensure that Imagination Stage's equipment, facilities, and processes are capable of supporting organizational programming and suggest, develop, and implement changes and improvements as necessary and as within identified project scopes.
• Assist the Technical Director with sourcing and purchasing the necessary equipment, materials, and supplies to execute approved designs, maintain appropriate inventory, and keep the Scene Shop running smoothly.
• Work with the Technical Director to ensure that all Scene Shop equipment, tools, and work and storage spaces are well maintained, inventoried, stored and organized.
• Ensure safe working conditions by identifying potential hazards, assisting in mitigating potential hazards and updating procedures as new information is available, ensuring that safety protocols are followed, and creating an environment where safety comes first.
• Support the contributions and work objectives of colleagues.
• Contribute to Imagination Stage's anti-racist/anti-oppression organizational goals through strategic partnership, active participation in IDEA initiatives, and rigorous self-reflection and self-accountability.

QUALIFICATIONS

• At least two years of professional experience as a theatrical carpenter.
• Expertise in and ability to complete theatrical set construction through carpentry, rigging, and welding.
• Working knowledge of technical theatre including lights, sound, and props.
• Ability to read and understand drawings generated by CAD programs.
• Demonstrated attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.
• Understanding of the theatrical design process.
• Strong oral, written, and interpersonal communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and with initiative.
• Ability to work productively as member of an effective team.
• Ability to be on call on weekends and work some weekends and evenings.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and be comfortable driving cargo van and box trucks up to 26’.
• Commitment to Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility (IDEA) initiatives and values.

PHYSICAL CONDITIONS

The physical conditions described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• ble to walk and/or stand for long periods.
• Ability to lift, push or maneuver up to 50-70 lbs. repeatedly alone, and up to 100 lbs. with others.
• Ability to climb stairs and ladders.
• Ability to work in high places, such as catwalks and scissor lifts.
• Ability to successfully obtain a DOT Medical Card.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

• 75% coverage for HMO individual health insurance
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Generous free and reduced priced tickets, classes, and summer camps.

Imagination Stage celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive workplace that values members of our whole community.Imagination Stage is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It does not tolerate discrimination against applicants or employees on the basis of gender, race, color, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law. Candidates from diverse backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.

Imagination Stage is committed to providing an inclusive interview process. If you need accommodations to participate in an interview, please let us know in advance, and we will do our best to meet your needs.