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Carpenter/Rigger
New Brunswick, NJ
George Street Playhouse
Full Time
Posted June 26, 2024
George Street Playhouse, a professional, producing theatre company 40 minutes from Manhattan, seeks experienced Carpenter and Rigger to assist the Technical Director and work with the scene shop staff in preparation and execution of their 5 show, main stage, season, annual Gala Benefit, and other company events.
Duties and Responsibilities
Essential Job Duties:● Demonstrate experienced carpentry skills
● Constantly operate industrial, power, and hand tools most importantly table saw
● Assist Scene Shop with the organization and execution of set builds, load ins, and strikes
● Rigging skills
● Frequently move and transport items and materials weighing 50+ pounds
● Understand and translate build drawings
● Enforce and follow all Scene Shop safely protocols
Non-Essential Job Duties / Other Duties:
● Painting and carving skills
● Welding and metalwork skills
● Basic wiring skills
● The ability to drive vans and small trucks
Requirements
Requirements:● Carpentry skills, including finish and trim
● Knowledge and experience with industrial, power, and hand tools most importantly table saw
● Rigging skills and knowledge of rigging hardware
● Must be able to remain in a stationary position for periods of time
● Must be able to move and transport items and materials weighing 50+ pounds
● Must be able to occasionally ascend/descend ladders
● Good with heights and being on lifts
● Good organizational skills and strong sense of professionalism
● Positive attitude
● Be a “can-do” team player who can take direction
● A valid driver’s license
Working Conditions:
● In addition to regular shop hours, overtime hours will include evenings, weekends, and early mornings.
● Carpenter reports to work at the Scene Shop with exposure to loud noises, and various construction materials.
How To Apply
Position pays a weekly salary of $945.00. Position is a Local I.A.T.S.E. position and includes health and dental benefits, overtime, sick days, paid holidays, and annuity benefits as outlined in the I.A.T.S.E. CBA. Position begins August 12, 2024 and runs through June 8, 2025. Qualified applicants should submit a resume, references, and portfolio photos for consideration to: Christopher Bailey, Production Manager.
Email: jobs@georgestplayhouse.org
