Freelance Position:
Chris G TV inc. is seeking a skilled scenic welder with experience in the entertainment and or event scenic industry. Welder will be responsible for constructing, fabricating, and installing a variety of set pieces made from mild steel. This role requires the ability to follow directions and blueprints as well as being a team player. We have numerous projects with varying timelines and try to keep a core team of staff employed throughout the year. As we grow, full-time opportunities do arise.
Key Responsibilities:
- Measurements and Materials: The understanding of nominal material sizes and the ability to minimize waste.
- Blueprints and Drawings: Read blueprints, drawings, and sketches with a goal of understanding the finished product as well as the process required to achieve that.
- Fabrication: Safely fabricate various types of steel, tube, bar, plate, and sheet using hand and power tools, adhering to all safety guidelines and industry standards.
- Construction: Welding frames, props, parts, internal structures, and various scenic elements and installing them as intended.
- Organization: Maintain a clean, organized workspace to minimize accidents and ensure a safe working environment.
Qualifications:
- Experience: Minimum of 5 years of fabrication experience in scenic industry.
- Technical Skills: Proficiency in reading blueprints and shop drawings, and in using electric and manual carpentry tools (e.g., routers, table saw, miter saw, etc.)
- Physical Requirements: Must be able to lift and carry at least 50 lbs regularly.
- Tools: Must own a personal tool kit, including essential tools like a hammer, screw gun, tape measure, and various hand tools.
- Communication Skills: The ability to communicate with other staff, and clients is extremely important.
Environment:
- Scenic welders will primarily work in our facility, but may also go on job site installations, which could be a studio, event space, or other environment.
- We maintain a clean shop and ask that all employees follow our company handbook and rules outlined in the job description for which you were hired.
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Job Types: Part-time, Contract
Pay: $38.00 - $45.00 per hour
Benefits:
Work Location: In person
