Lead Carpenter

Position Summary:

The Lead Carpenter works directly with the Technical Director and Scenic Charge Artist to ensure information is communicated effectively to the shop floor and scenery is completed in a timely manner for delivery to the paint department. Working with a team of two Carpenters the Lead Carpenter manages the workflow on the shop floor and leads the fabrication of scenic elements for all Milwaukee Rep productions. 

Compensation and Benefits:

This is a full-time, non-exempt, seasonal, hourly position. The bulk of the work hours will happen during normal business hours, and the duration of the position runs from July to April, exact dates TBD. Work rules, benefits, and compensation are governed by the collective bargaining agreement (CBA) between Milwaukee Rep and IATSE Local 18. The hourly rate for the 26/27 season is $34.51.

Major Duties and Responsibilities Include:

• Under the direction of the Technical Director, the Lead Carpenter, distributes projects to the other members of the scenic team ensuring quality control and managing the work flow
• Consult with Technical Director on the feasibility of scenic designs and suggest material choices and construction techniques to deliver the designer’s vision
• Work with over-hire crew to delegate tasks and ensure the safe and efficient installation and removal of scenic elements in all venues
• Track material usage by show
• Report carpentry hours to the Union Steward
• Maintain a clean and orderly scene shop
• Attend coordination and company meetings as needed
• Maintain safe working environments in all performance spaces and scene shop
• Additional duties as required

Qualifications:

Ideal candidates will have a minimum of 5 years working in a large-scale scene shop or equivalent. Candidates must also work and communicate well with a diverse group of colleagues, all while exhibiting grace and good humor under pressure.

• Solid layout and construction skills; working with both wood and steel 
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings 
• Knowledge of theatrical construction techniques
• Familiarity with scenic automation is a plus
• Willingness to learn and expand capabilities in all areas of technical production

Physical Conditions:

The physical conditions described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Specific vision abilities required by the job include: Ability to discern color, close vision, and the ability to discern fine detail
• Able to stand and work with your hands for 2-4 hours at a time
• Able to lift and carry 50 Lbs. unassisted
• Able to climb stairs and ladders
• Able to work around ventilated wood dust and fumes