Stagehand: Carpentry Department
Little Island
United States, New York, New York
Posted on: Dec. 14, 2025
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Description:
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Stagehand: Carpentry Department
Little Island is seeking stagehands with a focus in carpentry to join the Artistic Programming Department. In this role you will be responsible for installing, operating and maintaining the scenic and properties elements for a wide range of multi-disciplinary events and performances in service to achieving Little Island’s artistic goals.
A successful carpentry stagehand will be a flexible team member with a passion for supporting artistic needs, strong problem-solving skills and extensive hands-on experience in theatrical carpentry. The ideal candidate is self-motivated, prioritizes safety and values hospitality in their work. These positions are governed by Little Island’s collective bargaining agreement with IATSE Local One and report directly to the Production Manager.
About the Role
Job Type: Temporary
Employment Classification: Full-Time & Part-Time Roles, Non-Exempt
Schedule Expectations: The schedule will include frequent evening, overnight, holiday and weekend shifts.
Work Environment: Onsite position
Start Date: June 8, 2026
End Date: September 26, 2026
Employment Duration: This is a temporary position. Candidates interested in future opportunities will need to reapply.
How to Apply
To apply, click the ‘Apply Now’ button below. For help with your application or the hiring process, email us at [email protected].
Carpentry Department Roles and Hourly Rates
Amph Carpenter: $41.00/hour
Supervise daily stage setup, maintenance and breakdown calls.
Participate in seasonal and project-specific load-ins and load-outs.
Operate deck carpentry and/or props tracks during Amph performances.
Carpentry Overhire: $34.39/hour
Serve as overhire carpenter, props carpenter or run crew as-needed for project specific load-ins, load-outs, show runs and maintenance calls.
What You’ll Do
Collaborate closely with the Production Manager and other Artistic Programming staff to ensure the successful execution of the technical requirements for a variety of events.
Prepare, load-in, maintain and load-out scenery and properties, both seasonally and on a day-to-day basis.
Undertake projects to support the needs of other production departments, including storage configuration, equipment installation, rigging and other tasks as required.
Collaborate on stage setup and general production equipment maintenance.
Adhere to Little Island’s safety protocols and actively contribute to maintaining a safe and efficient work environment.
Perform other duties related to the park and its artistic programming operations as assigned.
What You Bring
Relevant carpentry experience, including the ability to read ground plans and construction drawings, and demonstrated proficiency in safely operating a wide variety of hand and power tools.
Experience with props, including backline setup.
Strong interest in working in public performance settings, where guest interaction is a frequent component of day-to-day production activities.
Knowledge of aerial lift operation (including scissor lifts and articulating boom lifts) is a plus.
A commitment to fostering camaraderie and excellence by proactively collaborating and problem-solving across departments.
Ability to lift objects weighing up to 50 lbs. overhead for sustained periods.
Comfortable with safely ascending and descending ladders.
Flexible availability, including evenings and weekends.
Eligibility to work in U.S.
Benefits and Perks
Eligible for accrued sick time (up to 56 hours)
Pension, Welfare, and Annuity through IATSE Local One
Employee Assistance Program
Access to discounts at neighborhood businesses
Life at Little Island
Park employees will spend time onsite at Little Island working in outdoor weather conditions, navigating the entire park multiple times a day and interacting with park visitors to ensure operations are running effectively. Little Island is ADA compliant, and park employees are committed to fostering an inclusive environment for each other and our park’s visitors.
Little Island’s Headquarters, located near the park, is a dynamic and multi-use space with shared work areas, including a rehearsal space, where employees and artists can collaborate, connect and unwind in between shifts, meetings and events.
Little Island is a proud equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, familial or veteran status, sexual orientation or any other legally protected status. In short, you are welcome here no matter who you are, where you come from or what you look like. Our park is for everyone, and so is our workplace.
Application Deadline:
Feb. 28, 2026
Job Duration:
One-time engagement
Job/Audition Type:
Full Time
Job Category:
Technical/Show Support
Payment status:
Paid
Job Location:
United States,
New York,
New York
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