We are currently looking for a Lead Carpenter to join our team. The ideal candidate should possess strong carpentry skills and experience, and be able to oversee and execute various carpentry projects while ensuring top-quality workmanship and timely completion. This is a hands-on role that requires excellent leadership skills and a vast knowledge of carpentry tasks.

Responsibilities:

Complete projects assigned by the Fabrication Manager and the Shop Foreman accurately and on time.
Use build drawings created by the Scenic Technical Designers to measure, cut, shape, assemble, and join materials and communicate any issues or concerns.
Fabricate or modify scenic elements as necessary for scenic events.
Report any problems with deadlines, materials, or conflicts within team personnel to the Fabrication Manager and the Project Manager.
Communicate and delegate tasks to carpenters, without direct supervision, to ensure efficient workflow.
Alert the Fabrication Manager when projects are ready for QC by the Project Manager.
Ensure scenic pieces are wrapped and moved onto the dock for loading.
Maintain shop safety by overseeing the maintenance of machinery, equipment, and tools.
Alert the Fabrication Manager and the Shop Foreman when running low on stock and inventory of hardware, tools, and cleaning supplies.
Maintain the physical quality and safe operation of all scenic elements for each production.
Ensure that all carpenters are knowledgeable about safe and appropriate use of common chemical-based products found in the scenic shop, including solvents, fillers, paints, adhesives, and epoxies.
Work with the Fabrication Manager to identify scheduling needs.
Lead onsite teams when required, with load-ins, scenic installations, and strikes.
Work late nights, overtime, and weekends during busy seasons to complete projects on time.
Lift 50+ lbs.
Perform other job responsibilities as assigned by MEI.

Qualifications:

Leading carpenters and teams onsite.
Working with theatrical construction and finish paint techniques.
Self-starter with the ability to learn and adapt based on the needs of a given production.
Ability to work in an active environment requiring standing, sitting, bending, climbing, crouching, and kneeling, often for extended periods.
Knowledge of a wide range of tools & materials including- metal, woodworking, welding, and CNC.
The ability to read working technical drawings.
Must be proficient in computer skills, email, and operating inventory tracking systems.
Reliable transportation to & from the shop as well as onsite event locations.

If you are a skilled carpenter looking for an opportunity to showcase your expertise and lead a team of professionals in delivering high-quality craftsmanship, we encourage you to apply for this position.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $25.00 - $29.87 per hour

Benefits:

401(k)
Dental insurance
Employee discount
Flexible schedule
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance

Schedule:

10 hour shift
8 hour shift

Ability to Relocate:

Anaheim, CA 92806: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

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