Scenic Carpenter

Join the award-winning Johnson County Park and Recreation District (JCPRD) team and help make a real impact in this community! As part of our National Gold Medal Award–winning organization, you’ll help bring joy, adventure, and enrichment to millions each year. JCPRD welcomes over 7 million visitors to our parks and engages 3 million+ participants in more than 4,000 programs—and we’re still growing.

When you work at JCPRD, you’re joining a team recognized locally, regionally, and nationally for excellence in parks, recreation, culture, education, and public service. Enjoy outstanding benefits, retirement plans, employee incentives, and a workplace culture built on passion, creativity, and teamwork.

Named Best Large Employer in Johnson County for two years running, JCPRD is the perfect place to grow your career, make a difference, and have fun doing it. Come work where you play—and help us inspire healthier, happier lives for everyone!

• The Scenic Carpenters are responsible for the construction and fabrication of all Theatre in the Park scenic elements and are expected to be able to work both independently and with other team members under the supervision of the Scene Shop Foreman and / or the Master Carpenter.
• Utilizing several theatrical construction techniques Carpenters will be building on site in the Scene Shop located backstage at Theatre in the Park.
• Carpenters schedule for the summer is Sunday - Thursday from 7am - 3:45pm with 2 -15min breaks and a 45min lunch.
• It is rare that we rent set pieces, so all scenic elements are fabricated onsite by our staff using several different materials (lumber, steel, PVC, foam, etc.) within our production deadlines.
• The best candidates will have the ability to work at a steady pace and still maintain attention to detail.

• Work under the supervision of the Scene Shop Foreman and Master Carpenter to construct scenic elements and maintain the scene shop.
• Familiar with scenic construction techniques and terms.
• Work independently and with other scenic crew fabricating and installing scenic units.
• Ensure safety protocols are always observed.
• Proficient with standard shop tools including miter saw, circular saw, table saw, reciprocating saw, angle grinder, hand drills, impact drivers, air compressor and pneumatic stapler / nailer.
• Ability to accurately read, write, and mark out measurements in feet and inches, including fractions down to 1/16^th of an inch.
• Make repairs and adjustments to set units as needed.
• Keep scene shop and stage areas clean and clear of construction debris.
• Must be able to lift 50lbs – 75lbs and work from standing, kneeling, or bending positions for extended periods of time.
• Assist scenic painters or other Theatre in the Park staff as needed.

JCPRD requires reference/background screening for all positions.  Specified criteria may vary by Department.