Theatre Tech Lead & Scenic Carpenter - Flexible Schedule

THE LAKE WORTH PLAYHOUSE INC; Florida; On-site; USD 52,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Company parties

Flexible schedule

Job summary

THE LAKE WORTH PLAYHOUSE INC is seeking an Assistant Technical Director / Lead Production Carpenter for the 2026-2027 season. The role combines hands-on construction with leadership of volunteer crews, collaborating with designers, staff, and volunteers to realizing productions from build day to closing night.

The ideal candidate will read technical drawings, manage shop operations, and ensure safety throughout the scenic process, supporting Falsettos, The Game's Afoot, A Chorus Line and more in

Qualifications

• Experience in scenic construction, carpentry and technical theater.
• Ability to read and work from technical drawings and construction plans.
• Strong woodworking and fabrication skills.
• Excellent problem-solving and attention to detail.
• Able to lead volunteers and work independently.
• Collaborative, positive attitude and team player.

Responsibilities

• Lead the construction of scenery for multiple productions during the season.
• Interpret construction drawings, renderings, and technical plans.
• Assist with drawing and construction documentation as needed.
• Supervise and work with volunteer build crews.
• Coordinate scenic installations, load-ins, strikes, and changeovers.
• Maintain shop organization, tools, equipment, and inventory.
• Troubleshoot technical and construction challenges during rehearsals and performances.
• Support production needs during tech rehearsals and performances.
• Promote and maintain safe working practices throughout the production process.

Skills

Scenic construction

Carpentry

Read technical drawings

Woodworking

Problem-solving

Volunteer leadership

Vectorworks/AutoCAD

Tools

Vectorworks

AutoCAD

Job description

THE LAKE WORTH PLAYHOUSE INC is seeking an Assistant Technical Director / Lead Production Carpenter for the 2026-2027 season. The role combines hands-on construction with leadership of volunteer crews, collaborating with designers, staff, and volunteers to realizing productions from build day to closing night.

The ideal candidate will read technical drawings, manage shop operations, and ensure safety throughout the scenic process, supporting Falsettos, The Game's Afoot, A Chorus Line and more in