Job Description
Job DescriptionSalary: $28-$32 Hourly
About The Company
Downtown FabWorks is a leader in scenic and architectural fabrication, providing high-quality custom solutions for the entertainment, events, and architectural industries. Our team specializes in bringing creative visions to life with precision craftsmanship and cutting-edge fabrication techniques.
Reports to the Vice President of Operations
Primary Responsibilities:
- Lead carpentry and scenic fabrication work within the Millwork department.
- Understand and adhere to DFWs quality management system
- Assign daily tasks to carpenters and fabrication assistants.
- Interpret shop drawings and construction details.
- Oversee fabrication of scenic and millwork elements.
- Inspect completed work for quality and accuracy.
- Enforce safety standards and shop organization.
- Uphold DFWs Core Values and the Code of Conduct
- Ensure builds meet drawings, design intent, and production schedules.
- Coordinate labor and workflow with the Millwork Lead.
- Other duties as assigned.
Key Attributes:
Detail Oriented- Understands that details matter to the business and to our clients. Able to correctly identify important details in a drawing and understand how components fit in a larger whole
Team leader- Able to give instructions and guidance to carpenters and shop hands in a thoughtful manner. Able to run small teams to achieve departmental objectives.
Problem Solver- Able to independently troubleshoot problems that may arise during production, develop solutions, and recommend those solutions to the Project Lead or Department Lead.
Knowledge & Skills:
Education: High School diploma or Equivalent
Experience: 10+ years of progressive work experience in some combination of the following trades: Cabinetmaking, Fine Furniture, Film Prop making, Theatrical Construction, Exhibit Fabrication, Art Fabrication and/or Art Handling.
Skills:
The Applicant must be well versed in the use of the following tools and techniques
- Table Saws
- Jointers/Planers
- Mitre Saws
- Layout and Marking
- Reading and Interpreting Construction Drawings
- Pneumatic Tools
This is a full-time, hourly position with a base schedule of 40 hours per week and occasional requirements for overtime. This position is eligible for up to 25% travel but travel will not be required.
Mobility Requirements:This position requires extended periods of kneeling, crouching, climbing ladders, and the ability to lift and carry up to 75 lbs.
Compensation:$28-$32/hour. Based on experience, plus health insurance, retirement plan, and PTO annually. This is a full-time, in-person position (MF) at our New Orleans office.
Downtown FabWorks is anEqual Employment Opportunity (EEO).
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Experience:
- Carpentry: 10 years (Preferred)
Work Location: In person