Seasonal / Over-Hire Fabricator

Primary Responsibilities

• Fabricate, assemble, and support shipping preparation as required by project needs
• Follow shop drawings, instructions, and production guidance with close attention to accuracy, quality, and safety
• Auxiliary material preparation and cut lists as directed, flagging shortages or issues before fabrication begins
• Build and assemble projects with consideration for installation, shipping, handling, and site conditions
• Communicate work progress, questions, or issues clearly and early to supervisors or project leadership
• Prepare tools, hardware, materials, and work areas for shop and on-site tasks as directed
• Contribute to on-site installations and strikes by executing assigned tasks under the direction of Lead Fabricators, Production Managers, or the Production Director, maintaining professional conduct client standards
• Aid with shop logistics as needed, including unloading, staging, crating, and preparation efforts across departments
• Support production across departments as directed to meet project needs
• Take responsibility for the quality of assigned work, incorporating direction and feedback from senior staff
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment, ensuring tools, materials, and equipment are handled properly
• Remain productive and responsive to direction when assigned tasks are complete, adapting to changing project needs

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent; background in the arts preferred
• 2+ years of fabrication experience in fast-paced creative production workshops
• Strong working knowledge of hand tools, power tools, and shop safety practices
• Solid understanding of materials, hardware, and fabrication processes
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Solid organizational, detail-oriented, and punctuality skills
• Calm, solution-driven attitude in high-pressure environments
• Initiative, reliability, and strong sense of accountability
• Comfortable working on ladders, lifts, or access platforms
• Ability to lift 50+ lbs and remain standing for extended periods
• Flexibility and adaptability, willingness to work occasional extended hours, including overnight, and weekends, when necessary
• Willingness to travel outside the NY metro area, including flights and overnight stays
• Eligible to work in the U.S.

Benefits

• Up to 40 hours of paid sick leave per year (1hr. for every 30hrs. worked)
• Paid Family Leave after 175 days of employment
• Short and long-term disability insurance - on the 25th day of employment
• (401k) after one year of employment with up to 4% of your salary matched (some limitations apply)