Scenic Arts Craftsperson Sr - Entertainment Carpentry Busch Gardens Williamsburg
Scenic Arts Craftsperson Sr - Entertainment Carpentry Busch Gardens Williamsburg
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Job Description
Busch Gardens is a place of thrills fun and positive lasting memories. And thats just what its like to work here! As a key member of our team youll play a major role in bringing happiness and excitement to people from around the world. If youre dedicated dependable and driven to deliver exceptional guest service this is a place for you!
What you get to do:
The Scenic Art Craftsperson Entertainment Carpentry is responsible for the production and of carpentry and installation projects for the entirety of the Entertainment Department to include sign installation event builds and install and show product based on the Production Areas strategic plan and creative vision.
- Fabricating and installing structural interior and thematic projects of all types including but not limited to theatrical scenic and property event kiosks (Culinary and Merchandise) HowlOScream mazes Christmas Town theming support entertainment workspace enhancements and park development projects.
- Providing solutionbased feedback in the development of new projects
- Creating detailed material tool and equipment lists for each project based on documentation and coordination.
- Assisting the Supervisor in sourcing in sourcing and estimating materials tools and equipment
- Assisting Supervisor in developing fabrication timelines
- Maintaining previously fabricated projects and equipment
- Assisting with installation operation strike and storage of shows and events.
- Acting as a business owner for our team; keeping cost benefit for all projects need in mind from conception to completion.
- Continuing to pursue personal development of skills and capabilities for effective performance through ongoing training project assistance and independent study of each field.
- Demonstrating and encouraging a positive attitude and work environment
- Performing other duties as assigned.
What it takes to succeed:
Education Requirements:
- High School and Trade/Vocational School required or equivalent 5 years work experience in Carpentry required.
- 5 years professional experience preferred.
- Professional entertainment or theme park experience preferred.
Required Qualifications:
- Must be 18 years or older.
- Must have a valid drivers license.
- Minimum of 3 years experience in carpentry fabrication and custom wood working.
- Must be able to interpret site plans elevations detail 3D models etc. to execute assigned projects to the exacting detail to meet engineering and local permitting guidelines.
- Must be able to demonstrate extensive knowledge of fabrication materials and provide feedback on the appropriate materials for each projects unique needs.
- Basic understanding of electrical plumbing data and other service coordination with new construction.
- Must be able to work on multiple ongoing projects simultaneously.
- Must demonstrate safe work practices and knowledge of appropriate PPE (Personal Protective Equipment).
- Mist be able to work professionally responsibly and courteously in a team environment.
- Must have good oral written and communication skills with the ability to converse professionally in person over the phone email and radio.
- Mist be able to work at heights between 6 and 90 feet.
- Must be able to lift push and pull in excess of 80 pounds.
- Must be comfortable working in both indoor and outdoor environments (dark/nighttime conditions in/around water in varying weather conditions).
- Must be comfortable working in close proximity to animals.
- Must be willing to maintain training certification(s) on all equipment required for this position (i.e. aerial lifts forklifts CNC router shop tools etc.
- Must be able to work varying and rotating shifts due to show/event install operation or strike (i.e. be able to work opening and closing shifts as well as weekends extended shifts and overtime due to show/event install operation or strike) as required by supervisor.
- Must have a basic understanding of safe rigging practices.
Desired Qualifications:
- Experience with industrial vehicles such as aerial lifts forklifts scissor lifts flatbed trucks CDL.
- Ability to read and interpret theatrical lighting plots scripts concepts and interpret creative concepts into final projects.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Word Excel and Outlook equivalent to business needs.
- A comfort in operating computers and control systems using in design and fabrication.
Compensation: $17.00 per hou
The perks of the position:
- Paid Time Off
- Complimentary Park Tickets and Passes
- Park Discounts on Food and Merchandise
- Medical Dental and Vision Insurance
- 401K Retirement plan
- Voluntary Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Disability Benefits
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Dependent and Health Care Flexible Spending Accounts
- Employee Assistance Program
- Legal Assistance Plan
EEO Employer:
SEAWORLD PARKS & ENTERTAINMENT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. ALL APPLICANTS WILL BE CONSIDERED WITHOUT REGARD TO AGE RACE COLOR RELIGION SEX NATIONAL ORIGIN SEXUAL ORIENTATION PREGNANCY GENDER IDENTITY OR EXPRESSION DISABILITY OR COVERED VETERAN STATUS.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
