Assistant Carpenter -- Paramount Theatre

STG•Seattle, WA

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Carpenter shall be employed in all shows and events that require additional help above the Stage Carpenter in the Carpentry Department at the Paramount Theatre in Seattle. Events include Broadway shows, corporate events, dance, comedy, and musical acts among others. The responsibilities include working with the Stage Carpenter to ensure safe running and supervising local crews, working with other stage departments to complete the needs of the show. Must be able and willing to work with all departments in the theater for non-departmental shows (ie Non-Yellow Card shows) as directed by the Head Carpenter.

Requirements

Ability to lift 50lbs unassisted.
Working knowledge of traditional Stage Carpentry.
Ability to work with and maintain all stage carpentry equipment (ie soft goods, stage surface, fly system, carpentry pieces, grid work).
Ability to safely use power and hand tools to complete work assignments.
Ability to work from an elevated position.
Demonstrated attention to details.
Knowledge and ability to run a Broadway show and cues.
Good general working knowledge of Lighting and Sound Equipment.
Corrected vision close to 20/20.
About 90% of the time is spent standing and walking.

Responsibilities

Working with the Stage Carpenter to ensure safe running and supervising local crews.
Working with other stage departments to complete the needs of the show.
Working with all departments in the theater for non-departmental shows as directed by the Head Carpenter.
Working with a team in all aspects of interaction (house crew, Local IATSE over hire Crew, Road Crew, and Clients).
Working with the Stage Carpenter in duties and priorities work assigned.
Leading a crew of varying sizes.
Adapting to changing priorities of a show and fluctuating schedule in a positive manner.
Working a safe and predictable manner under stressful conditions and long hours.
Being proactive in work assignments and working independently.
Overseeing the local Carpentry crew in absence of the Stage Carpenter.