Part time carpenter

Part Time • $20/hr starting

South Carolina Children's Theatre - Greenville SC
https://scchildrenstheatre.org

Description

JOB TITLE: Carpenter

Reports to: Technical Director

Hourly Rate: $20.00

Part-Time with an average of 25 hours a week

FLSA Status: Non-exempt

Organization overview:

South Carolina Children’s Theatre (SCCT) is a growing non-profit organization with an annual budget of

$1,560,000 located in Greenville, SC. For more than 35 years, SCCT has served approximately 30,000

young people and their families annually with its mission: to empower and inspire a new generation of

changemakers through theatre. Programs include performances and special events, theatre classes, on -

site residencies, school tours, and outreach programs for under-estimated communities. It is an exciting

time to join SCCT as the organization recently completed a $14.45M capital campaign to build its own

theatre complex in downtown Greenville, allowing programs and administrative staff to grow

significantly.

SCCT envisions a community where all children experience the transformational power of the arts to

foster creativity, encourage empathy, and inspire confidence. SCCT is committed to equity, diversity,

inclusion, and justice both in the organization and community. SCCT is an Equal Opportunity Employer

and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex,

gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, or veteran status.

Position overview:

The Part-Time Carpenter supports the Technical Director and production team in the construction,

installation, and maintenance of scenic elements for South Carolina Children’s Theatre productions and

events. This position plays a key role in bringing scenic designs to life by fabricating, assembling, and

organizing materials and scenic components. The ideal candidate is a skilled problem-solver with strong

carpentry abilities, creativity in working with non-traditional materials, and a proactive approach to

maintaining an efficient and organized shop environment.

Key Responsibilities:

 Construct, install, and strike scenic elements for all SCCT productions, events, and educational

programming.

 Interpret and execute construction drawings, ground plans, and shop sketches under the

supervision of the Technical Director.

 Fabricate scenery using wood, metal, plastics, foam, fabric, and other non-traditional materials.

 Exercise creative problem-solving to determine effective construction methods for unique

scenic designs.

 Operate standard shop tools safely and efficiently, including saws, drills, sanders, pneumatic

tools, and welding equipment (if qualified).

 Manage and organize the scene shop, ensuring tools, hardware, and materials are stored

properly and in working order.

 Maintain accurate shop inventory, track material usage, and communicate supply needs to the

Technical Director. Assist with material procurement, including running errands, picking up supplies, and making

lumber or materials deliveries as needed.

 Load and unload trucks and assist with transporting scenic elements between venues.

 Maintain a clean and safe work environment; adhere to SCCT’s health and safety standards.

 Collaborate positively with the production team, designers, and volunteers to ensure timely and

quality completion of projects.

 Participate in strike, storage, and repurposing of scenic materials at the close of each production.

 Occasionally assist with special projects, facility maintenance, or educational programming

support.

 Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

 Prior experience in theatrical carpentry or scenic construction

 Ability to read and interpret construction and scenic design drawings

 Strong problem-solving skills and adaptability in fast-paced production environments

 Proficiency with standard woodworking tools and basic mechanical systems

 Excellent organizational and time-management skills

 Ability to work independently and collaboratively with a team

 Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work at heights up to 25 feet using ladders or lifts

 Flexible schedule including evenings and weekends during production periods

 Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation for errands and deliveries

Preferred Qualifications:

 Proficiency with driving 26’ box truck

 Welding and basic rigging experience

 Familiarity with scenic automation, pneumatics, and stage hardware

 Experience with finish carpentry

 Experience managing shop inventory and maintaining production equipment

 Experience working in educational or youth theatre environments

 Scissor lift operation

Benefits:

South Carolina Children’s Theatre (SCCT) offers the following benefits:

 Two weeks of paid time off (increases with tenure); 5 paid sick days; 12 paid holidays;

additionally, SCCT offices are closed from December 24 – January 1 with full compensation still

given to employees

 Complimentary tickets for each production per season

 Discounts on Education classes and Summer Camps

 Free parking in downtown Greenville

To apply, please submit a cover letter, resume, and 2-3 references to jobs@scchildrenstheatre.org with

the words “Carpenter” in the subject line.

To apply for this job

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