Somewhere Stage Build Team Member

Bass Coast Festival is hiring a Somewhere Stage Build Team Member.

OVERVIEW OF ROLE
The position is responsible for supporting the construction, rigging of the iconic Somewhere Stage streamer art installation, and dismantling of the Somewhere Stage. The successful candidate will work closely with the Somewhere Stage team to ensure all assigned builds and rigging installations are completed safely, efficiently, and on schedule. 

The successful candidate must be available to be on the festival site from June 30 - July 8 and July 13 - 14.

 

ABOUT BASS COAST
Celebrating its 18th year, Bass Coast is an independent, artist-owned festival shaped by a shared love of cutting edge electronic music, large scale art installations, and an expressive and open hearted community. Founded and led by Liz Thomson & Andrea Graham, Bass Coast has grown into one of North America’s most respected festivals for forward thinking curation, unique stages environments, innovative approach to harm reduction, and attention to detail.

Recognized for its creative integrity and community spirit, Bass Coast has been awarded DJ Mag’s Best Boutique Festival in North America for two consecutive years and named Best Midsize Festival in Canada by the Canadian Live Music Industry Awards. Set against the stunning landscape of the shared traditional territories of the Nłeʔkepmx and Syilx Nations in British Columbia, it continues to be celebrated on a global stage.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

• Become familiar with Somewhere Stage build needs, plans, rigging plots, and the streamer art installation prior to arriving on site.

• Build all assigned stage construction projects under the direction of the Somewhere Stage build lead.

• Work with the Somewhere Stage build lead to install and dismantle all rigging equipment the streamer art installation.

• Ensure all structures and rigging installations meet safety, load requirements, and industry standards before sign-off.
  

• industry standards before sign-off.

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS

• Experience with carpentry, construction, structural builds, or rigging.

• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, blueprints, construction plans, or rigging plots.

• Experience with framing, decking, or platform construction.

• Familiarity with load-bearing principles and structural integrity for temporary builds.

• Experience with aerial/overhead rigging for stages or trussing systems is an asset.

• Knowledge of relevant safety standards and regulations.

• Fall protection certified is an asset.

• Working at Heights certification is an asset.

• Red Seal certification or carpentry trade training is an asset.

• Strong organizational and problem solving abilities.

• Capable of working in a constantly evolving environment.

• Comfortable working outdoors in variable weather conditions.

• Ability to lift and move construction materials.

• Effective interpersonal skills and team spirit.

• Must be legally eligible to work in Canada unrestricted.

HOURS AND COMPENSATION

June 30 - July 8 and July 13 - 14: On festival site
(Days off during the festival)

Compensation:
Flat rate contract: $2300

Meals on site on working days 
In-house camping access
Access to the festival 

WHAT WE OFFER

• The opportunity to be a part of Bass Coast’s creative team  

• A dynamic and inspiring work environment.

All Bass Coast team members work remotely and are required to have their own computer and workspace (whether at home or elsewhere). The successful candidate will be able to work both independently and remotely with team members. In-person meetings may be required.

HOW TO APPLY
Bass Coast Project Ltd is an equal opportunity employer offering a fair, co-operative, respectful, safe, and healthy work environment. We conduct hiring on the basis of employment equity. Employment equity is designed to compensate for the nonexistence of a level playing field with regard to people’s experiences and job qualifications, given structural injustices and systemic discrimination that marginalize certain groups. Bass Coast welcomes and encourages applications from Indigenous people, Black people, people of colour, women, LGBTQ2SIA+ people, people with disabilities, people living in poverty, and newcomers to Canada.

COVID-19 Workplace Policy:
Bass Coast Festival will continue to operate in accordance with provincial and local health guidelines and recommendations.

Application Process:
To apply, please send a resume demonstrating your interest in the position and your fit for the duties and qualifications noted.

Please send your application to jobs@basscoast.ca with the subject line: Somewhere Stage Carpenter Application 2026 - YOUR NAME.

Application Deadline:
Posting will remain open until the position is filled. 
We thank all applicants, but only those considered for an interview will be contacted.
Please do not contact us directly about the application status.