Theatre in the Park Scenic Carpenter en JCPRD

Make a positive impact on the community by joining the Johnson County Park and Recreation District team and help us enhance the lives of thousands through excellence in parks, recreation, culture, education, and public service. As a JCPRD employee, you'll be part of a locally, regionally, and nationally acclaimed organization that annually hosts nearly 7 million park visitors and engages nearly 3 million participants in 4,000+ programs. With excellent benefits, retirement plans, employee incentives, and a great organizational culture, JCPRD is building a thriving park and recreation system that inspires play, culture, and education, supporting healthy and fulfilling lives for all. Come work where you play!

• Work under the supervision of the Assistant Technical Director to construct scenic elements and maintain the scene shop.
• Work independently and with other scenic crew fabricating and installing scenic units.
• Ensure safety protocols are followed at all times.
• Operation of power tools and hand tools including circular, miter, track, panel, reciprocating, and jig saws, drills, impact drivers, pry bars, pliers, measuring devices, etc.
• Make repairs and adjustments to set units as needed.
• Keep scene shop and stage areas clean and clear of construction debris.
• Assist scenic painters as needed.

• Familiarity with theatrical scenic construction terms and techniques.
• Proficient with hand and power tool operations.
• Able to read, write, and mark measurements within 1/16th inch.
• Must be able to lift 50lbs and stand for extended periods of time.

Preferred Job Requirements:

• Read construction drafting.
• Familiarity with Mig welding.
• Experience with scissor lifts or personnel lifts.

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