Stagehand Carpenter
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The Carpenter stagehand works backstage assisting in scene changes and show presets with relation to the stage set and any staging pieces as determined by supervisors in conjunction with the guidelines of best practices during performances. Assists in directing local crews, loading and unloading, and assembling and disassembling of all show equipment. Conducts regular maintenance in an effort to preserve the high integrity and professionalism of the company and its equipment.
PLEASE NOTE: This position remains posted on our website year-round. We may or may not currently have an opening, but we encourage you to submit your resume now in the event one becomes available. We will keep your resume on file and contact you within a year of submitting if your skills and experience meet the job qualifications. You may be contacted via phone or email for any of our touring properties.
Essential Job Functions
- Assembles and disassembles stage set and all equipment assigned to the Carpenter Department.
- Directs local crews in loading and unloading; assembling and disassembling all equipment associated to, but not limited to the Carpenter department.
- Conducts regular maintenance on all equipment related to stage set.
- Follows productions cues in a manner that meets productions standards.
- Complies with all safety and security procedures related to the show and Feld Entertainment Safety policies.
- Accepts all other relevant duties as assigned by supervisor.
Job Requirements
- At least one year experience as a stage carpenter in a backstage setting for live show or one experience in related construction type setting.
- Understands theatrical terms and directions.
- Knowledge and ability to use hand tools and small motors.
- Ability to climb, work and perform repairs at heights up to 40’ using a wire rope ladder and safety equipment with 300lb limitation.
- Basic skills in scenic painting.
- Ability to work as member of team; accept & follow oral, written, &/or diagram instructions.
- Ability and desire to tour year round.
About Feld Entertainment
Feld Entertainment®, family owned and operated, is the worldwide leader in producing and presenting live touring family entertainment experiences that bring people together and uplift the human spirit. Properties include Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey®, Monster Jam®, Disney On Ice, Monster Energy AMA Supercross, and the SuperMotocross World Championship. Across the brand portfolio, Feld Entertainment has entertained millions of families in more than 80 countries and on six continents. Visit for more information.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Feld Entertainment is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug Free Workplace. We are committed to providing an inclusive environment for our employees, customers, and partners worldwide. We celebrate diversity and encourage our profoundly talented workforce to express themselves proudly. Our successful business model requires different perspectives and voices so that we can create the incredible live shows we put on. Come join us and help us light up the world.
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Resume/CV, Full name, Pronouns, Email, Phone, Current location, Current company, LinkedIn URL, Twitter URL, GitHub URL, Portfolio URL, Other website, What is your age range?, I identify my ethnicity asSelect all that apply, What gender do you identify as?
Short answers (6)
- Full Legal Name
- House Number & Street
- Town or City
- Zip/Postal Code
- If yes, when? optional
- Referral Name optional
Pick from a list (22)
- State or Province optional
- Country optional
- Are you over the age of 18? The minimum age requirement to work at Feld Entertainment is 18.
- Are you legally authorized to work in the United States?
- Will you require sponsorship from Feld Entertainment, Inc. to work now or in the future (for example, H1B, OPT, STEM-OPT)?
- If hired, can you provide the documents required to verify you are authorized to work in the US?
- Have you ever been employed by Feld Entertainment, Inc. or an affiliated company before?
- What is your minimum desired salary range? optional
- For positions that require driving, do you have a valid driver's license?
- I confirm that the information provided in this application is true, complete and accurate.
- I understand that Feld Entertainment will keep my application on file for 1 year, and after that I may resubmit my resume should I be interested in another opportunity.
- How many years of Carpenter or Properties experience do you have? optional
- Have you ever toured with a show as a Carpenter or in Props? optional
- Have you ever worked with a touring show as a local stagehand? optional
- Have you ever worked in a scenic prop shop? optional
- This job requires climbing to, and working with equipment at heights of forty feet or more using a wire rope ladder or by climbing a truss tower using a safety harness and fall protection equipment with a 300 lb load limit. Are you able to climb, comply with the fall protection procedures, and meet the safety limitations of the equipment? optional
- This job requires lifting heavy equipment on a daily basis. Can you meet this requirement? optional
- Do you understand that touring and living in hotels involves rooming with co-workers? optional
- Feld Entertainment's dress code includes restrictions on length of hair, facial hair and jewelry. Are you willing to comply with those requirements? (All shows require no visible tattoos or piercings. Natural colored hair and conventional hairstyles preferred. Neatly trimmed full beards or clean shaven faces are allowed.) optional
- Are you willing to become a member of a union? optional
- Do you consent to doing a pre-employment drug screening and criminal background check? (Touring shows that travel internationally will require no DUI's or reckless driving charges within the past 10 years.) optional
- Please check all boxes that apply to your experience and/or knowledge. optional
Written answers (3)
- Have you used an airbrush? If so how confident/comfortable are airbrushing detailed areas on an item? Can you provide details of items you have painted and the steps used to paint the item with the airbrush?
- Have you used an HVLP Spray Gun? If so how confident/comfortable are you using one? Can you provide details of items you have painted and the steps used to paint the item with the HVLP gun?
- Are you familiar with repairing cracks in fiberglass and in painted fiberglass? Describe the steps you would use to repair the item?