Load In / Out / Carpenter Crew Associate

Job Description

Job Description

Salary :

Load In / Load Out / Carpenter Crew

Job Overview :

Starting Arts runs about 45 shows a year - 75% of them are Cafeteria shows in elementary-middle school cafeterias (simplified set and tech elements), 25% of them are In-House productions that are performed in professional theater venues (intense set and tech design). Starting Arts is a youth theatre company, so you will mostly be loading in and out of schools and potentially interacting with children.

The Load In / Load Out / Carpenter Crew member is responsible for moving technical equipment, set, costumes, and props in and out of a venue, and constructing the set when required. This position involves working closely with the Production Manager and Technical Director.

Key Responsibilities :

Load-in and Load-out Help :

• Move items from our storage into the truck and vice versa.
• Assist with the arrangement of technical needs, including lighting, sound, scenic elements during the move into the theatre.
• Drive the 16 or 20 truck when needed.

Carpentry / Construction :

Put together the set pieces (jacks on flats, flats on skids, etc.)

Qualifications :

Previous experience in theater production, stage operations, event set up, or construction is preferred.

Strong problem-solving skills and ability to troubleshoot technical issues in real time.

Must be able to lift heavy equipment (up to 50 lbs), climb ladders, and work in various physical conditions (including above stage level or in confined spaces).

Must be available Monday mornings (typical Load Ins) and Friday nights (typical Load Outs), as well as some weekends, holidays, or other Load In / Load Out times as needed by the productions.

Starting Arts productions are held in a variety of venues, from cafeterias to large theaters, across the South Bay (from Los Altos to Almaden / South San Jose). Our storage and truck are located near San Jose Fairgrounds.

Work Environment :