Exhibit Technician

DHRM • Williamsburg, VA

2d

About The Position

The Exhibit Technician is responsible for installing, fabricating, and maintaining museum exhibits and galleries at the Jamestown-Yorktown Foundation. The role includes constructing exhibit platforms, risers, display cases, and other exhibit components; performing carpentry, painting, and gallery touch-ups; installing exhibit signage and graphics; and maintaining exhibit lighting and displays. The technician also assists with gallery updates, moves exhibit furnishings, and maintains clean and safe workshop and storage areas.

The work requires using hand and power tools, reading and following construction plans and specifications, and collaborating with museum staff to maintain high-quality exhibits. The position may be assigned to both the American Revolution Museum at Yorktown and Jamestown Settlement, with the primary work location at the American Revolution Museum at Yorktown.

Requirements

• Knowledge of carpentry and construction techniques.
• Some knowledge of historic woodworking and metalworking.
• Demonstrated skill in rough and finish carpentry and woodworking.
• Ability to use hand and power tools.
• Ability to read and reproduce plans, plan maintenance schedules, and keep existing structures safe and functioning.
• Ability to read specifications and follow plans.
• Ability to communicate effectively and work cooperatively in a creative environment with other builders.

Responsibilities

• Install, fabricate, and maintain museum exhibits and galleries.
• Construct exhibit platforms, risers, display cases, and other exhibit components.
• Perform carpentry, painting, and gallery touch-ups.
• Install exhibit signage and graphics.
• Maintain exhibit lighting and displays.
• Assist with gallery updates and move exhibit furnishings.
• Maintain clean and safe workshop and storage areas.
• Read and follow construction plans and specifications.
• Collaborate with museum staff to ensure exhibits are maintained to high-quality standards.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed