Seasonal Shop​/Production Assistant

We’re looking for someone who’s as comfortable turning a wrench as they are setting up a camera, who is reliable, motivated, and curious. At Strange Parts, no two days are the same—you might be wiring up a prototype in the morning, wrangling C-stands and lights in the afternoon, and offloading terabytes of footage by the evening. If you love learning new skills, keeping a shop humming, and being right in the middle of ambitious engineering projects and You Tube production, this is the job for you.

This is a full-time, seasonal, in-person position. We work out of a 100+ acre property in the mountains 20 minutes from Idaho Springs, Colorado—you’ll need to be willing to commute there 5 days a week, in all sorts of weather.

Strange Parts is a production company managing multiple You Tube channels and associated social media accounts. The flagship channel, Strange Parts, has nearly 2 million subscribers and explores the ins and outs of manufacturing and technology. Known for its deep dives into difficult engineering projects—such as making a working iPhone from parts bought in the electronics markets in Shenzhen—the channel also provides behind-the-scenes looks at some of the most interesting and innovative factories around the world.

Stranger Parts is an expansion channel focusing on tool reviews and behind-the-scenes content, allowing for deeper explorations and more spontaneous projects.

Electric Ranch is a new channel exploring the intersection of technology and rural living, with content such as building our own cellular network and automated snowplows.

• Full-time, hourly position
• $25/hour
• Seasonal role:
  May – September
• Housing provided if needed
• In-person, based near Idaho Springs, Colorado

In the Shop

• Keep the workshop running smoothly: tools organized, parts stocked, everything where it belongs.
• Operate and maintain shop gear—3D printers, CNC machines, soldering stations, power tools.
• Help build prototypes, assemble projects, solder, wire, and fabricate.
• Prep materials, handle shipments, and make sure projects aren’t held up waiting for parts.

On Production

• Set up, run, and maintain cameras, lights, audio gear, and support equipment (GH5s, GoPros, C-stands, the works).
• Shoot videos and thumbnails that look great and tell the story.
• Offload and organize footage (DIT) so nothing gets lost.

In Operations

• Anticipate what’s needed for upcoming projects and shoots.
• Keep things moving smoothly on set—hauling gear, troubleshooting problems, or just making sure the right tool is at hand.
• Document builds and shop processes so the team can stay organized.

• A background in engineering, fabrication, or tech (formal or self-taught—we don’t care as long as you can do the work).
• Experience with video production, particularly for You Tube, is a big plus, but curiosity and willingness to learn matter more.
• Comfortable with both shop tools and camera gear, and ready to pick up new skills fast.
• Organized and detail-oriented—you notice problems before they become disasters.
• A self-starter who can also collaborate well with a small team.
• Deep curiosity and a drive to learn—whether it’s mastering a new tool, figuring out how a machine works, or picking up new production skills on the fly.
• Able to handle the physical side of the job: lifting gear, moving materials, working at both heights and altitude.

• An LGBTQ+ friendly and inclusive environment.
• A job where you’ll learn constantly—engineering, fabrication, video production, and more.
• The chance to work on projects people all over the world get excited about.
• A unique work experience that combines cutting-edge technology with Colorado mountain life.
• Opportunities to regularly learn new skills in engineering, fabrication, and video production.
• Variety—every day brings something different, from building robots to setting up film shoots to exploring new technologies.

Does this sound like a fun adventure?

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