position summary
Responsible for supervising and ensuring setups and takedowns in the field are executed in an efficient, cost effective manner that meets the requirements of the client. Also working within the carpentry shop in the fabrication of exhibit elements while not at installs.
key responsibilities
installation and dismantling of exhibits and related products / services :
- reading and interpreting blueprints, drawings, and sketches to determine specifications
- create verified pull lists and identify crating requirements
- assemble / stage exhibit or product for client viewing and quality control
- disassemble staged exhibits, pack effectively and safely, and create bill of materials
- transport product
- install and dismantle exhibits
- assigning job tasks and communicating relevant information / expected results to show service personnel on-site
- motivating on-site staff
- implementing and ensuring adherance to the Health and Safety policies
- arranging special requests of clients
- supervising on-site show labour
- handling on-site problems
- recommending cost-saving measures
- problem solving on-site
administration :
completing reports concerning field service jobs including service contractor formspreparing outbound labels / bills of lading and submitting paperwork to show managmentdocument on-site changes and associated costs for client approvalcompleting reports concerning field services jobsconstruct and repair exhibits :
Following standards and procedures and making adjustments as necessaryFabricate components in accordance with time-frame availableLaminate and finish according to specificationsUsing tools for measuring, cutting, shaping and assembling materialsensure operation of carpentry equipment :
Completing preventive maintenance, troubleshooting and repairing equipment malfunctionsEvaluating new equipment and techniques and making recommendations to managementmaintain safe and clean working environment :
Complying with all rules and regulationsrequired skills / experience / education :
Completion of secondary schoolCompletion of a three to four year apprenticeship programA combination of over four years of work experience in the trade and some high school, college or industry courses in carpentryValid passport and ability to travel within canada and the united statesWillingness to work overtime and weekends as neededAbility to operate under significant time constraints and pressureWorking knowledge of exhibit construction and materialsKnowledge of trade shows, show management, graphic artsCarpentry experience an asset