Scenic Carpenter

Trigger House•Portsmouth, NH

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Scenic Carpenter is responsible for building and assembling event and project elements that meet the highest standards of quality, craftsmanship, and design intent. This role supports the execution of creative concepts within defined budgets and timelines. Work may include, but is not limited to, carpentry, metal fabrication, welding, wiring, painting, vinyl installation, and other hands-on production tasks. The Scenic Carpenter must operate all tools and equipment safely, following established procedures and wearing appropriate protective gear at all times.

Requirements

Experience using all shop hand tools, drill/drivers, pneumatic staplers, table saws, chop saws, sanders, drill press
Welding and metal fabrication experience
Low-voltage light electrical/lighting knowledge
Vinyl application experience
Painting experience, home and/or auto.
Fine/finish carpentry
Plexi welding
Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, renderings, and build plans
Highly organized and detail-oriented, with strong time management skills
Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills; effective collaborator across departments.
Demonstrates enthusiasm, ambition, and a commitment to quality craftsmanship
Accurately comprehends project requests and responds in a professional and timely manner
Flexible and adaptable when working within established Trigger House processes
Open to feedback, ideas, and continuous improvement
Resilient and adaptable when facing challenges or shifting priorities
Displays honesty and integrity; earns trust and maintains confidentiality
Tenacious and driven—committed to completing projects efficiently and effectively
Proactive, self-motivated, and eager to learn new skills

Nice To Haves

CNC router table experience
Welding and metal fabrication experience
Vinyl application experience
Plexi welding

Responsibilities

Fabricate and assemble wood, plastic, and metal structures with the ability to use all appropriate equipment and tools.
Read and interpret technical drawings, construction plans, and design renderings accurately.
Monitor job costing, quality reporting, forecasting, and productivity.
Work closely with management each day to align on production goals and quality expectations, address any challenges that arise with people, materials, or methods, and share ideas to help the team reach project milestones efficiently.
When rework is required, help the team learn from any mistakes and accurately record costs.
Proactively seek solutions to special requests or issues related to work in a timely and professional manner.
Observe strict safe work habits
Develop strong working relationships with vendors, resources, and team members
Travel to event sites for team support and fabrication installations as needed; represent the Company and its clients professionally and responsibly while in the field
Demonstrate the highest standards of quality and adherence to company processes, procedures, and craftsmanship expectations.