Scenic Shop Welder/Metal Fabricator

Reports to: Metal Shop Supervisor & Scenic Shop Manager Overview Job Descriptions/Duties Responsibilities shall include, but are not limited to the following: Work independently or in a team to construct Scenic elements for productions Participate as a collaborative member of the build staff specializing in metal working Complete tasks as assigned by Shop Foreman or Shop Manager in an efficient and timely manner Maintain accurate build dimensions throughout the build process Use appropriate construction techniques that support the specific functionality of the scenic element Assist other shop departments as needed; including wood shop, paint, warehouse, transportation Participate in the Strike/Install operations of all scenic elements for productions Assist other Production Departments with setup, strike and restore of show equipment; including set, props, rigging, projections, lighting and sound Maintaining a safe working environment at all times by adhering to Hale Centre Theatre safety policies and procedures Maintain a safe & clean work environment onstage, backstage, shop and storage areas for staff and performers alike Follow all pertinent Hale Centre Theatre policies and agreements Report all accidents and incidents immediately to Management Any other projects as assigned by the Scenic Shop Manager or Scenic Shop Foreman. Qualifications/Skills Must be fluent with welding both aluminum and steel using MIG processes Experience with cutting, grinding, layout Experience with ironworker and machining is a plus Must have basic skills in reading shop drawings Must be able to maintain tight dimensional tolerances Must be able to work weekdays and occasional weekends Experience in theatrical construction is preferred An ability to work well in a team atmosphere Be comfortable working independently Possess strong desire to hone existing skills and a willingness to learn new ones Be highly resourceful and possess efficient problem solving and time management skills Demonstrate strong communication skills Successful candidates must be able to pass a drug screening prior to beginning work #J-18808-Ljbffr