Exhibit Technician, FT
About The Position
The Heinz History Center is seeking a full-time Exhibit Technician to join its Exhibit team as it expands its exhibit space. The successful candidate will assist with exhibit fabrication, including construction, graphic installation, and creating hands-on interactives. The position also includes drywall spackling and finishing, painting, sanding, cleaning and maintaining exhibit galleries, assisting with audiovisual equipment, and keeping the wood shop and fabrication area clean and safe. This is a full-time, hourly, non-exempt position reporting to the Director of Exhibit Production.
Requirements
- Minimum high school diploma or equivalent.
- Proficiency in using electrical and manual equipment and measurement tools.
- Ability to read technical documents, drawings, and blueprints.
- Understanding of advanced construction and structure.
- Strong understanding of carpentry techniques and methods of installation and construction.
- Ability to work as part of a team and function independently.
- Self-motivation.
- Ability to perform physically demanding work involving extensive lifting, bending, walking, climbing, and standing.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to follow precise instructions.
Nice To Haves
- One to three years of experience in exhibit or theater production or construction.
Responsibilities
- Assist with exhibit fabrication, including construction.
- Install exhibit graphics.
- Create hands-on interactives.
- Spackle and finish drywall.
- Paint and sand.
- Clean and maintain exhibit galleries.
- Assist with audiovisual equipment.
- Maintain a clean and safe wood shop and fabrication area.
Benefits
- Full benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options.
- 403(B) retirement plan with employer match.
- Paid time off, including vacation, personal, and sick days.
- Paid parental leave.
- Nine paid holidays.
- Company-paid life insurance and long-term disability.
- Wellness and Employee Assistance Program.
- Discounts in the Museum Shop and Café.
- Nearby public transportation and parking options.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
