POSITION SUMMARY

The Stage Carpenter shall be employed in all shows and events that require the use 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 Technical Director to ensure a safe running and supervising of 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 (ieNon-Yellow Card shows) as directed by the Technical Director. This position earns $43.97/hour base rate and follows the conditions of STG’s IATSE local 15 contract.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. (Other duties may be assigned)

• Ability to work with a team in all aspects of interaction (house crew, Local IATSE over hire Crew, Road Crew, and Clients)
• Ability to work with the Technical Director with work duties and priorities as assigned.
• Ability to lead a crew of varying sizes. 
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities of a show and fluctuating schedule in a positive manner.
• Ability to lift 50lbs unassisted. 
• Ability to work a safe and predictable manner under stressful conditions and long hours.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the education, experience, knowledge, skill, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must have working knowledge of traditional Stage Carpentry and be able to work with and maintain all stage carpentry equipment. (ie soft goods, stage surface, fly system, carpentry pieces, grid work, construction of set pieces )
• Ability to safely use power and hand tools to complete work assignments.
• Ability to work from and climb an elevated position.
• Demonstrated attention to details.
• Knowledge and ability to run a Broadway show and deck cues.
• A general working knowledge of Stage Carpentry, Props, A/V, and Sound Equipment
• Ability to be proactive in work assignments and work independently.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Requirements:

• Vision – corrected vision close to 20/20 is necessary.
• Sitting/Standing/Walking – about 80% of the time is spent standing and walking.

Interested parties should submit a current resume and cover letter.