Employment
Careers at JK Rentals
We build more than tents. We build teams that show up and get it done.
If you like physical work, being outdoors, solving real problems, and seeing the results of your effort at the end of the day, you will fit in here.
At JK Rentals, we install large-scale tents and clearspan structures for festivals, corporate events, weddings, construction sites, emergency response, and long-term industrial projects. What we build has to be safe, precise, and on time. That takes a team that works hard and works together.
Open Positions
What It’s Like to Work Here
- Fast-paced seasonal peaks
- Early mornings and long install days during busy months
- Winter shop work, including sewing, repairs, cleaning, and prep
- Team-oriented crews that rely on each other
- Clear expectations and direct communication
We take pride in precision and professionalism. Every detail matters, whether it’s a 40ft x 100ft pole tent for a local event or a 40m x 100m clearspan structure for a multi-week installation.
Why Join JK Rentals
- Competitive hourly pay
- Overtime opportunities during peak season
- Hands-on training
- Opportunity to grow into leadership roles
- CDL and forklift certification valued
- Work that changes week to week, not the same task every day
We promote from within whenever possible. Many of our crew leaders started as general laborers.
Who We’re Looking For
You do not need tent experience, but you do need grit, effort, and the drive to improve every day.
Reliable Every Day
We count on you to show up on time, prepared, and consistent, because the crew depends on it.
Built for Physical Work
This job is hands-on and demanding, and you need the stamina to lift, carry, and move with purpose all day.
Mechanically Minded
You understand how things fit together, use tools confidently, and notice when something is off.
Solve Problems Fast
When conditions change on site, you think clearly and help find solutions instead of freezing up.
Safety Comes First
You look out for yourself and your teammates, follow procedures, and respect the equipment and the environment.
Take Initiative
You do not wait to be told every next step, you look ahead and keep the job moving.
Travel Opportunities
While most of our work is based in Wisconsin and the Chicago area, we regularly take on projects that require travel.
- Regional travel throughout Wisconsin and Illinois
- Occasional multi-day or out-of-state projects
- Early departures and overnight stays when required
- Travel coordinated in advance whenever possible
Travel opportunities vary by role and season. If you enjoy seeing different sites and working on larger builds, travel projects can be some of the most rewarding work we do.
Don’t See the Right Fit?
We are always open to meeting hardworking people. Submit a general application and tell us what you’re good at.