Head Carpenter
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The Head Carpenter works closely with the Technical Director and scenic students & staff to build and install student scenic designs.
ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES
- Partner closely with Technical Director to ensure supervision
of construction, painting, rigging, and installation of scenery and
properties for Emerson Stage productions
QUALIFICATIONS - Qualifications are deemed required or preferred and represent what is needed to effectively perform job.
- Candidates should hold a BA/BFA in Theatre Production or
equivalent experience, ideally 2-4 years' experience, preferably at
an institution of higher learning.
- Experience in carpentry techniques including layout and
construction, including preparation of cutting lists, lofting,
sawing, sub-assembly & assembly
- Experience in working with CNC routers and software
- Experience in metalworking techniques, including rolling,
forming, bending, shearing, cutting, SMAW & GMAW welding
- Experience in basic scenic painting techniques, including
flame-retardant treating, sizing, basing, cartooning, and
pouncing
- Experience in CAD/AutoCAD, Vectorworks, Excel & Google
Suite
- Valid Driver's License Required
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES - May be representative, but not all-inclusive, of those knowledge, skills, and abilities commonly associated with the job.
- Strong organizational, interpersonal and education-focused
approach
PHYSICAL ABILITIES - Activities commonly associated with the performance of the functions of this job. The physical demands described below 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 essential functions.
- Ability to sit or stand for long periods
- Ability to concentrate for long periods of time
WORK ENVIRONMENT - Environmental or atmospheric conditions commonly associated with the performance of the functions of this job.
- Typical office environment /shop environment
Salary for this ten (10) month position is $49,039 - $60,122, commensurate with experience.
IN-OFFICE EXPECTATIONS
This position requires an in-person presence on the Boston Campus during the work week.
Grade of Position: S-23-07E
Employment Category: Regular
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Scheduled Weekly Hours: 36.25
10 month position paid over 10 months
This position will be exclusively represented by the Service Employees International Union (SEIU), Local 888 for purposes of wages, hours and other terms and conditions of employment.
In addition to a competitive salary, Emerson College is committed to the health and well-being of our employees and family members. We offer a generous benefits package to regular staff scheduled to work 20+ hours per week.
Emerson Employment Categories influence work schedules, benefits eligibility, and time off policies. Benefits include outstanding health plans with limited out-of-pocket expenses, dental plans, generous time-off programs, and a 403(b) retirement benefit with a 9% employer contribution once eligible. Additional benefits, such as life and disability coverage as well as commuter offerings, are available.
Please refer to our benefits website for a full list of benefits and eligibility requirements.
To apply, please visit: https://emerson.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Emerson_College_Staff/job/Boston-Campus/Head-Carpenter_JR008884
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