Assistant Carpenter (STG Fifth Avenue Theatre)

Seattle Theatre Group•Seattle, WA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Carpenter works on shows and events at the 5th Avenue Theatre in Seattle when STG is promoting in the space and additional carpentry help is needed. Events may include corporate events, dance, comedy, and musical acts. The position works with the Head Carpenter to support safe show operations, supervise local crews, and coordinate with other stage departments to meet show needs. For non-departmental shows (non-Yellow Card shows), the Assistant Carpenter must be able and willing to work with all theater departments as directed by the Production Manager. The role requires teamwork with house crews, Local IATSE overhire crews, touring crews, and clients. The Assistant Carpenter works with the Head Carpenter on duties and priorities, leads crews of varying sizes, adapts positively to changing show priorities and schedules, and works proactively and independently. The position pays $40 and receives benefits according to STG's contract with IATSE Local 15.

Requirements

Working knowledge of traditional stage carpentry.
Ability to work with and maintain stage carpentry equipment.
Ability to safely use power and hand tools.
Ability to work from an elevated position.
Demonstrated attention to detail.
Knowledge and ability to run show cues.
Good general working knowledge of lighting and sound equipment.
Ability to work collaboratively with house crew, Local IATSE overhire crew, touring crew, and clients.
Ability to adapt positively to changing priorities and fluctuating schedules.
Ability to work safely and predictably under stressful conditions and during long hours.
Ability to work proactively and independently.
Ability to lift 50 pounds unassisted.
Corrected vision close to 20/20.

Responsibilities

Work with the Head Carpenter to ensure the safe running of shows and supervise local crews.
Work with other stage departments to complete show needs.
Work with all theater departments on non-departmental (non-Yellow Card) shows as directed by the Production Manager.
Work with the Head Carpenter on duties, priorities, and assigned work.
Lead crews of varying sizes.
Use and maintain stage carpentry equipment, including soft goods, stage surfaces, fly systems, carpentry pieces, and grid work.
Safely use power and hand tools to complete work assignments.
Run show cues.