ABOUT INDIANA REPERTORY THEATRE
The Indiana Repertory Theatre (IRT) was founded in 1972 and is the only theatre in Indiana to belong to the League of Resident Theatres (LORT). Currently, the IRT produces six productions annually in two stages (the OneAmerica Mainstage, and the Janet Allen Stage) for diverse audiences. The repertoire includes work varying from world premieres to classics. The IRT serves audiences of multiple generations including students from early elementary through twelfth grade. With a significant endowment, the IRT is financially stable and looks forward to many more years of creating art for the Indianapolis community. Following many decades of diverse programming, the IRT leadership, in the past four years, has focused on further diversifying its staff and board, including ongoing anti-racist training for all. To learn more, visit our website at www.irtlive.com.

MISSION
Rooted in the heart of Indiana, Indiana Repertory Theatre is committed to building a vital, vibrant and informed community through the transformational power of live theatre. The Indiana Repertory Theatre produces inclusive, top-quality, professional theatre and community programming to engage, surprise, challenge and entertain members of the whole community.

VISION
The Indiana Repertory Theatre will welcome the whole community, becoming a place of belonging for an ever-expanding audience of all ages and backgrounds seeking meaningful and enjoyable experiences. Using theatre as a springboard for both personal reflection and community discussion, our productions and programs will inspire our neighbors to learn about themselves and others. As the largest non-profit theatre in the state of Indiana, IRT+rsquo;s goal is to help make Indiana a dynamic home of cultural expression, economic vitality, and a diverse and engaged citizenry.

COMMITMENT TO CREATING AND SUPPORTING A DIVERSE WORKFORCE
The IRT is committed to building an inclusive, welcoming Theatre that celebrates diversity in all areas of our work. Applicants from populations underrepresented in the theatre field are strongly encouraged to apply. This includes, but is not limited to, Black, Indigenous, People of Color, women, transgender, and non-binary candidates.


POSITION PURPOSE

As Lead Carpenter, you are the floor supervisor of all the staff carpenters and over-hire personnel during construction, load-ins and strikes.

POSITION FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Ensure the smooth operation of the shop and provide guidance and leadership as needed.
- Working with the TD, facilitate efficient work flow through the shop.
- Along with the TD, assist with the on-boarding of new Shop Staff and Overhire and be a resource for them on Shop policies, methods and construction standards.
- Supervise maintenance, organization, safety, and cleanliness of the Scene Shop, Paint Shop, and performance spaces.
- Facilitate Shop operations; call all breaks as appropriate and determine appropriate amount of clean up time at the end of each day and week
- This includes periodic tool and supply inventories and notifying the TD when tools and supplies need re-ordering/repair.
- Organize and delegate regular maintenance tasks to keep the Shop and other spaces in good working order.
- Build scenery for all IRT productions including special projects undertaken by the IRT.
- Perform such tasks, services, duties, and responsibilities in accordance with IRT policies, rules, regulations, and instructions now in force, or which may be adopted from time to time, during Employee+rsquo;s employment at the IRT.

OTHER FUNCTIONS
+bull; Other duties as determined by Technical Director and Production Manager.


EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE
To perform this job successfully, an individual must have the following education and/or experience.
- 3-5 years of experience with scenery construction techniques and wood working tools.
- 3-5 years of experience with theatrical rigging and best practices for rigging safety
- 3-5 years of Experience with metal working tools including welders
- Experience with safe operation of a shared Scene Shop space and Performance spaces.
- Experience supervising multiple crews working on different projects at the same time.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. We will make reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.
+bull; Proficiency operating a variety of woodworking tools.
+bull; Proficiency operating a variety of metalworking tools including welders.
+bull; Extensive understanding of theatrical standards of engineering and best practices in scenery construction and theatrical rigging.
- Ability to read and understand Designer and Construction Drawings
- Ability to manage staff and communicate instructions to them
- Ability to work in a team and maintain a positive attitude.
- Ability to work occasional nights and weekends.

HEALTH AND SAFETY
- COVID-19 vaccination, at least one booster, and proof of vaccination are required for employment at the IRT.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those an individual must meet in order to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. We will make reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.
+bull; This position consistently works in darkened environments.
- This position must be able to communicate orally and by e-mail with creative team members
- This position requires the ability to reposition and/or transport objects of 50 pounds.
- This position must be able to consistently position oneself in a stooping, kneeling, or crouching manner.
- This position occasionally ascends/descends ladders and personnel lifts.
- This position must be comfortable working in confined spaces
- This Position must be comfortable working at heights on Catwalks and in Fall Arrest Harness.

TO APPLY
Please send a cover letter and resume with 3 references to ProductionJobs@irtlive.com. Please include the position for which you would like to be considered in the subject line. You may also mail them to the Indiana Repertory Theatre ATTN: Production Manager, 140 W Washington St., Indianapolis, IN 46204.

ABOUT INDIANAPOLIS
Located in the heart of Indiana, Indianapolis is a vibrant city to live, work, and play. Indy, as the locals call it, is touted as the Crossroads of America, and you will feel the Midwest vibe as soon as you arrive.

Ranked 16th in the United States in city size with a population close to 878,000, Indy is big enough to explore neighborhoods and the surrounding area on the weekends and cozy enough to call home. The Indiana Repertory Theatre is in the heart of downtown in the historic Indiana Theatre building, located steps away from the Indianapolis Cultural Trail. Downtown Indianapolis is convenient for walking and biking and is easily navigable by IndyGo bus or car.

In addition to a thriving arts and cultural scene featuring the Indianapolis Zoo, Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra, and The Children+rsquo;s Museum of Indianapolis, Indy is known for the Indianapolis 500, a myriad of sports teams including the Indiana Pacers, Indianapolis Colts, and Indianapolis Indians, and a bustling music and diverse and award-winning restaurant scene. Did we mention a welcoming and convenient airport? The Indianapolis International Airport has been named the best airport in North America in 2012-2020 by Airports Council International.

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