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This is a Seasonal, Full-time position.
Category: TechnicalProvince: Winnipeg, Manitoba
Position: Head Scenic Carpenter - Tom Hendry Warehouse Theatre
Deadline: May 30, 2022
Posted: May 2, 2022
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Job Description / Duties
This is a seasonal position that typically extends from September through May (25-30 weeks). We present four shows as part of our season, one large fundraiser and a month of rentals.
Start date: Late August 2022
Responsibilities
• Construct sets for Royal MTC productions.
• Oversee onstage assembly, finishing alterations and completion of the set.
• Oversee and supervise any assistant carpenters or other crew assigned to help with construction and set-up of the set.
• Ensure all shop equipment is well maintained.
• Maintain safe working conditions.
• Maintain the carpentry shop in an orderly and tidy fashion.
Qualifications / Required Skills
• Sound working knowledge of theatrical carpentry, rigging and mechanics including pneumatics, hydraulics and electric.
• Able to read technical drawings and related specifications.
• Able to prepare cost estimate and cutting lists based on plans and/or maquette.
• Thorough understanding of scenographic and theatre technology terms and principles.
• Familiar with a wide variety of scenic materials including, fibreglass, Styrofoam and its derivatives, thermoplastics, steel, aluminum, fabrics and assorted adhesives.
• Thorough understanding of all shop machinery; able to maintain equipment and train others on safe and proper use.
• Welding experience is considered an asset.
• Must possess and provide basic carpentry tools.
• Be a member of IATSE Local 63 in good standing or willing to join.
Additional Information
As demonstrated by our Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Anti-Racism Commitment to Action, Royal MTC is on a deliberate and strategic path to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and becoming an anti-racist organization. We desire to attract a workforce that reflects and shares these values. Recognizing the history of underrepresentation of Indigenous, Black, and people of colour (IBPOC) employees in our company, we will prioritize qualified individuals who self-identify as IBPOC.
We are committed to accommodating applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process and will work with all applicants requesting accommodation at any stage of our process. If you require additional accommodations, please email rmartin@royalmtc.ca.
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Salary: This is an hourly position under an IATSE collective agreement with 40-hour weeks during the scheduled season plus overtime. Hourly: $22.90 for the current season Benefit plan with prescription, dental and other coverage 3% Matching RRSP plan
Contact Information
Interested candidates are asked to submit a cover letter and resume via email to
Russell Martin, Director of Production, rmartin@royalmtc.ca
Deadline: Monday, May 30, 2022
We thank all candidates for their interest; however only candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted.
Employer Profile
Royal MTC is Canada’s oldest English language regional theatre. Each season, MTC produces 10 plays at our two venues as well as the Winnipeg Fringe Theatre Festival and an annual regional tour. www.royalmtc.ca.