SCENIC CARPENTER

• Ability to read blueprints, shop, and construction drawings and extract information, including material requirements and dimensions
• General hand and power tool proficiency is required
• Performing layout preparation using measurement tools
• Safe operation and knowledge of hand and power tools, as well as typical woodshop equipment.
• 2 years’ carpentry experience
• Ability to problem solve
• Knowledge of special surfaces, laminates, and veneers. Able to work with metals, plastics, and other composite materials to build and repair scenic elements
• Efficient materials usage knowledge
• Ability to work in a safe, positive manner, showing respect to others and contributing to the team

Preferred Skills:

• Must be dependable and punctual

• Knowledge of jigs and other time-saving efficiency techniques
• Professional Theatre set construction and/or television or Motion Picture experience
• Millwork experience is a plus
• Positive attitude and strong work ethic with a willingness to work both on a team and individually when necessary
• Enthusiasm to learn and advance your career
• Promote a safe and clean work environment (including being vocal about what you don’t know to avoid injury)
• Able to follow manufacturing instructions and understand processes
• Ability to read and understand technical drawings
• Must practice PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) policies as mandated. (Use of safety glasses/goggles, respirator, hearing protection, etc.)
• Must comply with company, industry, and product safety guidelines
• Maintain daily labor and material use tracking records

Benefits include:

• Personal Time accrual of 1 hour for every 30 hours worked immediately upon hire
• Vacation Accrual: 4% of hourly compensation contributed by ADKS, payable in March of each year.  Accrual begins after the initial 1000 hours worked
• Participation in the ADKS 401K plan following 90 days of employment and then at quarterly enrollment periods
• Retirement Annuity offered at no cost to the employee based on the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA)
• Participation in ADKS Medical, Dental, and Vision plans
• Participation in the ADK Studios Profit Sharing Plan following 3 years of employment. Employees must work a minimum of 1000 hours per calendar year, and ADKS must reach financial goals

Location:

This position will be located in Argyle, New York (1 hour north of Albany and approximately 30 minutes from Saratoga Springs and Glens Falls). The shift is anticipated to be Monday through Friday, 7:00 am – 3:30 pm.

Range of Rates:

$19 – $25 per hour + benefits. The actual base salary offered will depend on various factors, including, without limitation, the individual applicant’s qualifications for the position, years of relevant experience, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and, if applicable, the position’s location.

Adirondack Studios is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for this full time, hourly position without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status or any other category protected by law.

ADKS is always ready to meet talented and enthusiastic people to help us grow our business! We accept applications and portfolios at any time. To learn more about who we are and the work that we do, visit our website and apply: https://www.adkstudios.com/team/#careers

We are sure you will find Adirondack Studios a fantastic place to work, and we look forward to hearing from you.