Stage Technician & Carpenter Lead (Paid)

Playbill, Inc.; Seattle, Northern (WA, KY); Hybrid; USD 51,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits per STG contract with IATSE

Job summary

Playbill, Inc. seeks an Assistant Carpenter for the Paramount Theatre in Seattle to assist the Stage Carpenter on Broadway shows, corporate events, dance, and musical acts. The role requires coordinating with local crews, other departments, and clients to ensure safe, efficient shows, with responsibilities including supervising crews and lifting up to 50 lbs.

The position pays $44.80 per hour and offers benefits per STG contract with IATSE Local 15.

Qualifications

• Experience in traditional stage carpentry and equipment maintenance.
• Ability to safely operate power and hand tools.
• Ability to work from an elevated position.
• Demonstrated attention to details.
• Knowledge to run a Broadway show and cues.
• General knowledge of lighting and sound equipment.

Responsibilities

• Work with the Stage Carpenter to prioritize tasks and duties.
• Lead a crew of varying sizes.
• Collaborate with house crew, Local IATSE over hire, road crew and clients.
• Adapt to changing priorities and fluctuating show schedules.
• Oversee the local Carpentry crew in the absence of the Stage Carpenter.
• Lift up to 50 lbs unassisted.
• Work safely under long hours and stressful conditions.

Skills

Stage carpentry

Tools proficiency

Safety awareness

Attention to detail

Show cues

Lighting knowledge

Sound knowledge

Tools

Power tools

Hand tools

Fly system knowledge

Job description

Playbill, Inc. seeks an Assistant Carpenter for the Paramount Theatre in Seattle to assist the Stage Carpenter on Broadway shows, corporate events, dance, and musical acts. The role requires coordinating with local crews, other departments, and clients to ensure safe, efficient shows, with responsibilities including supervising crews and lifting up to 50 lbs.

The position pays $44.80 per hour and offers benefits per STG contract with IATSE Local 15.