Established set building/custom fabrication firm seeking full time/part time/as needed scenic builder/carpenter/installers for advertising photo shoots and in-store displays. We are seeking experienced, motivated, and team-oriented individuals. Prior set building experience not required, but encouraged.
Strong carpentry skills are highly desired. A positive attitude, desire to learn and jump right in is greatly desired. We have been a leader in set/scenic fabrication in the Bay Area for over 20 years and are currently in a period of rapid growth and development. We are hiring for builders for immediate employment on an as-needed basis, part-time (at least 3 days a week), or full-time.
We design, source and fabricate set/scenic architecture for advertising photo shoots, in store displays and build-outs both on location, in our on-site rental photo studio and in our large fabrication shop 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.
Responsibilities include fabrication, logistics, transport and installation of sets and scenic architectural elements as well as the striking and storage of set elements as needed. Projects are completed in teams and being able to work well with other people under tight deadlines is a must.
Significant carpentry experience is required. Set/scenic building experience is highly desired. 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.
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 knowledge of professional power tools used in a carpentry setting (i.e. table saw, sliding compound miter saw, screw gun/drill, router, pneumatic stapler/nailer, electric or pneumatic sander).
Ability to read and comprehend plans required to build and assemble scenery is required. Moderate mathematical ability also required to ensure accuracy and consistency when measuring and fabricating set elements.
Comfortable with communicating and processing information from our clients as needed.
Strong written and 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 and developing and seek candidates who are motivated by this.
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 (36 hours per week on average)
Company funded health and dental insurance benefits
Optional rotating unpaid day off every 2 weeks to encourage work/life balance
Optional FSA (Flexible Spending Account) with $1000 company annual matching
Company paid life insurance
2 weeks of PTO per year and flexible unpaid time off time
Benefits available for all employees (full time, part time and as needed)
2 paid volunteer days per year
2 paid bereavement days per year
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)
-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.
$30-$40 hourly pay rate depending on experience
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