Lead Carpentry Technician - O

***Le poste étant situé aux États-Unis, la description de poste est disponible uniquement en anglais.***

***As this position in based in the United States, the job description is available in English only.***

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Lead Carpentry Technician

Stage Carpentry

Full-Time Position

We are looking for our next Lead Carpenter to join our Carpentry team. The main objective of this role is to support the Head of Department and the Operations Production Manager in the management of the Carpentry team. The Lead Carpenter's duties will include leading and managing show/maintenance teams in a safe and consistent manner in accordance with Cirque du Soleil standards and policies. The ideal candidate will be an organized leader and can maintain effective documentation.   

The Lead Carpenter will have the opportunity to:  

·       Lead and manage Carpentry/Props teams; 

·       Assist show leadership with budgeting and forecasting; 

·       Support Head of Department in purchasing and receiving needed for maintenance and show consumables; 

·       Availability to work varied shifts, including weekends and holidays;  

·       Run cue tracks to position scenic elements and related equipment as directed for performances, artist training, and maintenance; 

·       Manage and complete projects, when assigned by management; 

·       Maintain, inspect, and repair stage, backstage areas and stage equipment with appropriate documentation. 

·       Maintain cue track documentation and participate in cue track rotation, as directed; 

·       Ensure that all departmental personnel are adequately and appropriately trained according to the guidelines established by the company and management as well as official agencies regulating safety and training requirements; 

·       Work with the Head of Department to establish and maintain training and backup plans to ensure continuity of performance operations of the department in the event of unexpected failure of a system, component or piece of equipment; 

·       Assist show leadership in the development and implementation of preventative maintenance routines and inspections – particularly Life Safety and Show Critical; 

·       Ensure all departmental designs, equipment, systems, functions, procedures, show tracks, maintenance and inspections logs, special projects, etc. are properly and adequately documented; 

·       Support show leadership with special projects including the research, purchase, installation, testing, troubleshooting, integration and on-going maintenance; 

·       Assist other departments, as needed, to run the performances, rehearsals and trainings; 

·       Adhere to, and promote, all Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations as they pertain to the safe operation of all elements related to the show; participate in all required health and safety classes and emergency rescue procedure training; 

·       Coordinate with other departments to ensure safe training, rehearsal and show environments; 

·       Develop a thorough knowledge of all carpentry department equipment specific to the production in order tooperate equipment safely; 

·       Completeall other job-related duties as assigned. 

What does it take for this role? The following hard skills are the basics of what’s needed to be successful in this position: 

·       High school diploma or GED completion; 

·       At least five years of previous experience as a professional Stage Carpenter working on large scale production shows; 

·       Proven success and previous experience supervising large crews; 

·       Previous experience working with maintenance programs; 

·       Previous experience working with metal, wood working, rigging, welding, mechanical and pneumatic; 

·       Ability to operate or train to operate various lifts and heavy equipment; 

·       Standard knowledge of theatrical construction techniques; 

·       Previous experience running show cue tracks and/or working as a run crew technician; 

·       Basic understanding and skills with power and hand tools; 

·       Strong knowledge of Microsoft applications; Experience working with AutoCAD is an asset; 

·       Formal fall protection and overall safety training is an asset; 

·       Knowledge of basic theatrical rigging, basic mechanics, electricity and electronics is an asset; 

·       Ability to obtain OSHA 30 course completion card; 

·       Ability to perform the essential functions of the job including, but not limited to crouching, kneeling, standing, lifting, sometimes for extended amounts of time; lifting at least 50lbs unassisted, etc.; Full list of essential functions will be sent in the offer.Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions; 

·       Verification of the right to work in the United States for Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group, as demonstrated by completion of the Form I-9 upon hire and the submission of acceptable documentation (as noted on the Form I-9) verifying one’s identity and work authorization. 

As you can imagine, working with a circus can be quite different from other organizations, and at Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group, we embrace these differences loudlywith enthusiasm. We realize that one size fits none and invite you to come create your own specialized experience with us to see exactly what we’re talking about, firsthand.  

Our emotion-provoking shows are just the tip of the iceberg: laced throughout our organization, you will find creative minds who are empowered to use their voices and be themselves, their truest selves. Diversity to us means various perspectives, fresh ideas and continuous improvement of the way we do things. We won’t pretend like we have every answer, that’s why we need you! The employees here are the center of what we do, the voices behind the final product and amazing performances on stage.  

When you think of your ideal workplace, what comes to mind? For us, it looks (and really is) like this: 

·       Teamwork – we thrive with collaborative teams, regardless of titles or departments; 

·       Respect – when we ask someone to join our team, it’s because we trust and respect you; 

·       Integrity – whether you work behind-the-scenes or in the office, you’re being counted on. We are a team and integrity goes a long way here, and like we mentioned previously, trust is important;  

·       Authenticity – we want you to bring your full self to work, this is a place where you don’t need to fit into a box to belong; diverse perspectives foster even more creativity in the workplace. We embrace the human behind the employee number; 

·       Being heard – you have access to everyone in the organization, use your voice on development questions or suggestions on how to improve the experience. We value open and transparent communication, and we want you to be heard!  

Come create with us and let us show you what a “circus family” feels like!  

Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate against applicants or employees because of their race, creed, color, age, religion, sex, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, military status, national origin or ancestry.