What are the responsibilities and job description for the Deck Carpenter position at Soho Repertory Theatre?
DESCRIPTION
Soho Rep seeks a Deck Carpenter for our upcoming production of Horsegirl & Cowdaddy, at the Peter Jay Sharp Theater at Playwrights Horizons.
For more information about Soho Rep and Horsegirl & Cowdaddy, please visit sohorep.org.
Salary: $34/hour, non-exempt from overtime. Any prep work will also be compensated at the same rate.
Key production dates as follows:
- Load-in begins Feb 4, 2027
- Prep Work: TBD Feb 12 - 13, as needed
- Tech: Feb 16 - 19, 2027
- 1st Preview: Feb 20, 2027
- Opening: Mar 7, 2027
- Closing: Mar 21, 2027
- Possible extension through Apr 4, 2027
Role and responsibilities:
- Serve as backstage deck run crew for all technical rehearsals, preview rehearsals, and performances.
- Prepare stage and backstage areas for each technical rehearsal and performance, including assisting with setup and breakdown of tech tables before previews.
- Perform any pre- and post- show duties as identified by the Stage Management team and Production Manager.
- Address any scenic and prop notes and perform maintenance needed throughout the run, coordinating with the Production Manager on any major maintenance needs or issues.
- Maintain a safe, healthy, and inclusive workplace at all times.
Skills and experiences:
We value diverse experiences and believe many different backgrounds can prepare someone for this role. Successful applicants will likely have some combination of the below experience and skill sets:
- Well-rounded experience in live performance
- Knowledge of and experience in carpentry, including use of hand and power tools, and preferably, knowledge of other theatrical technology
- Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills with a keen attention to detail
- Be collaborative and self-motivated, with a positive and can-do attitude
- Dedication to anti-oppressive practices in the theater and beyond and/or a willingness to learn and embody these practices
- Ability to sit and stand for long periods
- Ability to remain calm, professional and respectful when performing the role and responsibilities
- Ability to move and lift objects up to 50 lbs
- Ability to climb stairs
- Ability to work at heights
- Ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays, as set by production schedule
- Holder of a valid FDNY E-06 Certificate of Fitness is a plus
To Apply
Soho Rep. makes theater that strives to create radical empathy between people. We strongly believe that radical and empathetic work can only be made in an equitable and inclusive work environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, or veteran status.
To apply, please send a resume and cover letter to [email protected]. Please indicate “HGCD Deck Carpenter” in the subject line of your email. In your cover letter, please briefly answer ONE of the following questions:
* Describe your work and communication styles, and share a time when you worked with a coworker who has a different work and communication style from you.
* Share about a difficult work situation or incident that you had to overcome and how you overcame it.
* How would your previous supervisors and coworkers describe you?
Please include 3 professional references in your application.
Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
SALARY
$34.00 – $34.00 per hour