Lead Carpenter

Details

Open Date 01/28/2026

Requisition Number PRN44119B

Job Title Staff Specialist (E)

Working Title Lead Carpenter

Career Progression Track UGR

Track Level

FLSA Code Administrative

Patient Sensitive Job Code? No

Standard Hours per Week 40

Full Time or Part Time? Full Time

Shift Variable

Work Schedule Summary

8-5 Mon-Fri. Some Weekends and schedule alterations as needed.

VP Area Academic Affairs

Department 00072 - Pioneer Theatre Company

Location Campus

City Salt Lake City, UT

Type of Recruitment External Posting

Pay Rate Range $49,000 – $55,000

Close Date 06/28/2026

Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time) 03/27/2026

Job Summary

The Lead Carpenter oversees the fabrication, assembly, installation, and strike of all scenic elements for Pioneer Theatre Company productions. Reporting to the Technical Director, this position guides the scenic build process from technical drawings to stage-ready execution, supervising shop carpenters and over‑hire labor while maintaining a safe, organized, and efficient work environment. The Lead Carpenter ensures all scenery meets artistic specifications, production deadlines, and University of Utah safety and operational standards.

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements

• Work performed in a theatrical shop and stage environment.

• Exposure to power tools, dust, noise, heights, and outdoor conditions during load-ins and strikes.

• Requires frequent lifting, bending, climbing, and extended periods of standing.

Disclaimer

This job description is designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not intended to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.

Responsibilities

Essential Functions

• Builds and modifies scenic elements using wood, metal, plastics, foams, and fabrics.

• Reads and interprets build plans to generate accurate cut lists, and material estimates.

• Assigns tasks to staff carpenters, over‑hire workers, and interns.

• Assist with training developing technicians and interns.

• Enforces OSHA , University of Utah, and theatre-specific safety policies.

• Maintains tools, machinery, and shop infrastructure.

• Leads installation and removal of scenic elements during load‑in, tech, and strike.

• Ensures rigging operations comply with theatre safety practices.

• Coordinates with production teams to deliver a standard of quality and maintain design intent.

Minimum Qualifications

Preferences

• Experience working in a LORT or professional regional theatre environment.

• Welding certification or advanced metal fabrication experience.

• Experience supervising crews in a production shop.

• Familiarity with rigging systems and ETCP recommended practices.

• Three to five years of professional theatrical carpentry experience, including wood and metal scenic construction.

• Proficiency with power tools, pneumatic tools, woodworking machinery, and welding.

• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and construction documents.

• Strong organizational and communication skills.

• Ability to lift 50–75 lbs, work at heights, and perform extended physical labor.

Type Benefited Staff

Special Instructions Summary

Additional Information

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