Seasonal Carpenter/Float Fabricator

About the role

The Seasonal Float Fabricator contributes to the construction of floats, props, and other scenic elements for Macy’s iconic events, including the Thanksgiving Day Parade, Spring Flower Shows, 4th of July Fireworks, Santaland, and other seasonal elements.

Responsibilities

• Work as a carpenter, welder, fabricator, or painter on floats and other studio projects.
• Participate in installations, set-ups, and take-downs for various events.
• Affiliate with parade set-up and other necessary tasks during events.
• Contribute to the installation and implementation of special projects, such as Holiday Displays, Marquee Elements, and Flower Shows.
• Collaborate with the Production Manager and Shop Floor Supervisor on project engineering methods, planning, and production.
• Fulfill other tasks and duties as assigned by the director of production and/or production manager.

Requirements

• Carpentry, Welding, Painting, or Sculpting: Knowledge or experience in one of the following: carpentry, welding, painting, or sculpting is required.
• Technical Skills: Ability to work as a carpenter, welder, sculptor, or painter on floats and other studio projects.
• Reading Scale Drawings: Ability to read scale drawings and use scale models.
• Multitasking and Collaboration: Ability to multitask and collaborate with multiple artists and builders.
• Finish Work: Ability to perform "professional level" finish work on all projects.
• Welding and Rigging: General knowledge of welding/metal fabrication and general rigging is a plus.
• Electrics, Plumbing, and Hydraulics: Knowledge or experience in electrics, plumbing, and hydraulics is a plus.

Skills

• Dedicated to fulfilling ideals of diversity, inclusion, and respect that Macy’s aspires to achieve every day in every way.
• Candidates with a bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience in a related field are encouraged to apply.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills; ability to draft reports and other communications; present to management and internal and external business partners; interpret technical documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals; compute rate, ratio, and percent; draw and interpret bar graphs.
• Requires heavy lifting, constant moving, standing, and reaching with arms and hands. Involves standing for at least two consecutive hours, lifting at least 50 lbs. stooping, kneeling, crouching, and climbing ladders. May involve reaching above eye level.
• Ability to work some weekends and holidays, including Thanksgiving Eve and Thanksgiving Day.
• Foster an environment of acceptance and respect that strengthens relationships, and ensures authentic connections with colleagues, customers, and communities.

Who You Are

Dedicated to fulfilling ideals of diversity, inclusion, and respect that Macy’s aspires to achieve every day in every way.

What We Can Offer You

• Join a team where work is as rewarding as it is fun!
• We offer a dynamic, inclusive environment with competitive pay and benefits.
• Enjoy comprehensive health and wellness coverage and a 401(k) match to invest in your future.
• Prioritize your well-being with paid time off and eight paid holidays.
• Grow your career with continuous learning and leadership development.
• Plus, build community by joining one of our Colleague Resource Groups and make a difference through our volunteer opportunities.

About Us

This is a great time to join Macy’s! Whether you’re helping a customer find the perfect gift, streamlining operations in one of our distribution centers, enhancing our online shopping experience, buying in-style and on-trend merchandise to outfit our customers, or designing a balloon for the Thanksgiving Day Parade, we offer unique opportunities to be part of some of the most memorable moments in people’s lives. Join us and help write the next chapter in our story - Apply Today!

Additional Information

This job description is not all-inclusive and may not apply to colleagues covered by a collective bargaining agreement. Macy's Inc. reserves the right to amend this job description at any time. Macy's Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to an inclusive work environment. MARKETING00 This position may be eligible for performance-based incentives/bonuses. Benefits include 401k, medical/vision/dental/life/disability insurance options, PTO accruals, Holidays, and more. Eligibility requirements may apply based on location, job level, classification, and length of employment. Additional benefit details are available at macysJOBS.com.