Exhibit Maintenance Technician
About The Position
The Saint Louis Science Center’s Exhibits Department develops, maintains, and supports its physical and interactive visitor experiences. Reporting to the Exhibit Production Manager, the Exhibit Maintenance Technician keeps exhibits safe, reliable, and visitor-ready, with a focus on carpentry, fabrication, and mechanical maintenance. The technician performs routine inspections and preventive care, refurbishes aging exhibits, and helps install new experiences. The role works closely with exhibit fabricators, designers, and other technical staff to troubleshoot issues, plan solutions, and maintain exhibit areas.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent; technical training or an apprenticeship in carpentry, fabrication, or a related field.
- 2–5 years of experience in exhibit maintenance, general carpentry, shop work, or facilities/production repair.
- Proficiency with woodworking, hand tools, and power tools, and basic mechanical repair.
- Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, blueprints, and assembly instructions.
- Knowledge of shop safety practices and ability to maintain a safe workspace.
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines.
- Valid driver’s license.
- Availability to work occasional evenings and special events as needed.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in a museum, science center, theater production, or similar hands-on environment.
- Familiarity with plastics, metals, finishing, and multi-material construction.
- Knowledge of basic electrical or AV systems.
- Creativity, adaptability, and an interest in supporting STEM learning experiences.
Responsibilities
- Perform daily exhibit inspections and preventive maintenance to ensure reliable operation and visitor safety.
- Troubleshoot and repair exhibit components made of wood, metal, and plastic, as well as mechanical systems.
- Fabricate, refurbish, and modify exhibit components using carpentry, machining, and finishing techniques.
- Maintain and organize workshop spaces, tools, and materials, and follow appropriate safety practices.
- Collaborate with exhibit designers, fabricators, electronics technicians, and other departments to solve problems and improve exhibit performance.
- Provide material support, prototyping assistance, and construction expertise for new exhibit projects.
- Support installation and de-installation of traveling or special exhibitions, including construction, setup, and technical adjustments.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
