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Emerson College lists this Head Carpenter opportunity in boston, Massachusetts. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Head CarpenterJoin our community and experience Emerson College! The Head Carpenter works closely with the Technical Director and scenic students & staff to build and install student scenic designs.Essential Job DutiesPartner closely with Technical Director to ensure supervision of construction, painting, rigging, and installation of scenery and properties for Emerson Stage productionsSupervise and instruct students engaged in co-curricular production work, various class labs, or working as student employeesMonitor shop stock material inventories and advise T.D. when stocks are low. Maintain running accounts of materials used per project when appropriateEnsure the regular maintenance of shop tools and equipmentEnsure the daily clean-up of the shop, including an inventory of toolsOther duties as assignedEnsure the safe use of hand tools, power tools, machinery, and handling of scenic construction materialsManage Material Safety Data SheetsAttend weekly Production Meetings (Fridays 9a-1p), attend Technical Rehearsals (evenings/weekends) as required, be on-call/available during performances (evenings/weekends), attend monthly Design/Tech Area meetings with faculty and production area staff (costumes, props, paint, sound, scenic)QualificationsCandidates 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 & assemblyExperience in working with CNC routers and softwareExperience in metalworking techniques, including rolling, forming, bending, shearing, cutting, SMAW & GMAW weldingExperience in basic scenic painting techniques, including flame-retardant treating, sizing, basing, cartooning, and pouncingExperience in CAD/AutoCAD, Vectorworks, Excel & Google SuiteValid Driver's License RequiredKnowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesStrong organizational, interpersonal and education-focused approachPhysical AbilitiesAbility to sit or stand for long periodsAbility to concentrate for long periods of timeWork EnvironmentTypical office environment /shop environmentSalary 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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boston, MA, 02108, US
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