Established set building/custom fabrication firm seeking full time/part time/as needed builder/carpenter/installers for set building projects, trade show booths, retail build-outs / activations and events. We are seeking experienced, motivated, and team-oriented individuals. Prior set building experience is not required but highly desired. Significant carpentry experience and fabrication skills are mandatory.
Drop Works has been a leader in set/scenic fabrication in the Bay Area for over 25 years. We design, source and fabricate scenic architecture for commercial photo shoots and product testing, both on location, in our on-site rental photo studio. We also design and fabricate retail displays and buildouts, retail activations and custom event installations. We operate a large fabrication shop and commercial photo studio, located in Vallejo, CA.
Self-transport is required as employees sometimes are assigned to begin work at offsite locations around the Bay Area. Early mornings, possible travel, evenings, weekends, and overtime are all parts of the role. We are hiring for builders for immediate employment on an as-needed basis, part-time (at least 3 days a week), or full-time.
Responsibilities include fabrication, logistics, transport and installation of sets and scenic architectural elements, custom fabrication projects for retail customers and private events. Projects are completed in teams and being able to work well with other people under tight deadlines is a must. Candidates with strong communication skills, a positive demeanor and a flexible approach to the work tend to be a great fit for our company. The work environment is fast-paced and team-oriented, and requires excellent organizational skills, strong self motivation and the ability to adjust easily to changing expectations based on our client and company needs.
-Please respond with resume and cover letter describing your skills / experience, and why you would be a good fit for this position.
Desired Qualifications
3-5 years previous carpentry or scenic building experience required.
Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds, crouch, pull, bend, kneel, climb and reach for extended periods of time.
Carpentry and other building experience including familiarity with flooring installation, cabinet making, and painting highly desired. Furniture building, wallpapering, tile setting, welding, scenic painting skills a plus.
Intermediate / expert skill in use of professional power tools used in a carpentry/fabrication setting (i.e. table saw, sliding compound miter saw, screw gun/drill, router, pneumatic stapler/nailer, electric or pneumatic sander/ paint sprayer).
Ability to read and comprehend plans required to build and assemble scenery is required. Strong mathematical ability also required to ensure accuracy and consistency when reading plans, measuring, fabricating and installing.
Comfortable with communicating and processing information from our clients as needed.
Strong written, oral and interpersonal skills highly valued.
Valid driver’s license, good driving record, and background check required.
Team-oriented, curious, self-motivated and flexibility a must. We are growing rapidly and seek candidates who are motivated and inspired by this trajectory.
Ability to work independently as needed and ability to multitask and show flexibility in a fast-paced environment.
Reliable transportation is required as employees are sometimes scheduled to start the day at an offsite location.
Must be able to build and maintain good working relationships with a diverse group of individuals and personalities. We greatly appreciate friendly, flexible and solution-oriented team members.
Willingness to expand and improve skills.
Detail-oriented.
Ability to drive 24’ box truck a plus.
Benefits and Compensation for Full Time Employees (40+ hours per week on average)
Company funded health and dental insurance benefits
6 paid holidays per year
40 hours of sick pay, annually
80 hours of PTO annually, and flexible unpaid time off policy
Holiday bonus based on company performance
Company paid life insurance
Benefits available for all employees (full time, part time, and as needed)
Company paid sick pay of up to 40 hours annually
2 paid volunteer days per year
2 paid bereavement days per event
2x monthly paid crew lunch (if scheduled)
$500 in annual matching donation funds to go to organization(s) of your choice
Weekly cell phone reimbursement (when scheduled)
-Please respond with resume and cover letter describing your skills / experience, and why you would be a good fit for this position.
-Part-time employees are encouraged to work at least 3 days per week. We also strive to offer a flexible schedule for part time/as needed employees.
-We are also seeking employees who would like to work on an needed basis, for mutually agreed upon durations of time (similar to freelancing but you retain part-time employment status after the work is finished, so you can schedule future work with us at anytime).
-We are an equal opportunity employer and highly encourage women, BIPOC, members of the LGBTQ community and those who were formerly incarcerated to apply.
$35-$45 hourly pay rate depending on experience
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