Seasonal Welder/Float Fabricator

Macy's•Moonachie, NJ

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Be part of an amazing story Macy’s is more than just a store. We’re a story. One that’s captured the hearts and minds of America for more than 160 years. A story about innovations and traditions…about inspiring stores and irresistible products…about the excitement of the Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks, and the wonder of the Thanksgiving Day Parade. We’ve been part of memorable moments and milestones for countless customers and colleagues. Those stories are part of what makes this such a special place to work. Job Overview The Seasonal Float Fabricator contributes to the construction of floats, props, and other scenic elements for Macy’s iconic events, including the Thanksgiving Day Parade, Spring Flower Shows, 4th of July Fireworks, Santaland, and other seasonal elements.

Requirements

Knowledge or experience in one of the following: carpentry, welding, painting, or sculpting is required
Ability to work as a carpenter, welder, sculptor, or painter on floats and other studio projects
Ability to read scale drawings and use scale models
Ability to multitask and collaborate with multiple artists and builders
Ability to perform "professional level" finish work on all projects
Candidates with a bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience in a related field are encouraged to apply.
Must be able to work in a production shop environment
Effective written and verbal communication skills; ability to draft reports and other communications; present to management and internal and external business partners; interpret technical documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals; compute rate, ratio, and percent; draw and interpret bar graphs.
Ability to translate drawings to material, cut lists, and orders.
This position requires heavy lifting, constant moving, standing, and reaching with arms and hands.
Involves standing for at least two consecutive hours, lifting at least 50 lbs. stooping, kneeling, crouching, and climbing ladders.
May involve reaching above eye level.
Requires close vision, color vision, depth perception, and focus adjustment.

Nice To Haves

General knowledge of welding/metal fabrication and general rigging is a plus
Knowledge or experience in electrics, plumbing, and hydraulics is a plus
Experience in theater sets, construction, or display shop a plus

Responsibilities

Works as a welder, fabricator, on floats and other studio projects
Acts as crew member on installations, set ups and take downs.
Acts as a crew member for parade set up and other events as needed
Acts as a crew member for the installation and implementation of special projects: Holiday Displays, Marquee Elements and Flower Show
Collaborates with the Production and Engineering teams on building methods and execution
Performs other tasks and duties as assigned by the Shop Manager and/or production manager