Exhibits Technician ll

Museum Of Life And Science•Durham, NC

3h•Onsite

About The Position

The Museum of Life and Science is hiring an Exhibits Technician II to assist in the maintenance of a wide array of museum exhibits. This full-time, non-exempt role supports the Museum's mission by keeping all exhibits in functioning order and completing repairs and maintenance to exhibits in a timely manner. The person in this role also helps to facilitate the fabrication and installation of exhibits and provides preventative maintenance and cleaning of the exhibits and exhibit environments.

Requirements

HS Diploma
2-7 years of related experience.
Valid driver’s license.
Knowledge of carpentry, plumbing, painting, electronics and basic electrical principles.
Knowledge of mechanical troubleshooting.
General skills in computer basics, internet, and MS Office including spreadsheets.
Ability to apply knowledge and skills to complete tasks in creative and effective ways.
Able to work independently with minimal instruction on daily work.
Ability to work and communicate will within the Exhibits team and positively engage with staff and guests.
Experience using shop machinery.
Self-motivated.
Ability to work Tuesday through Saturday schedule (one weekend day is required).
Flexibility to assist with exhibits projects as needed.
Capable of walking continuously; climbing ladders; lifting 50 lbs.; maintaining high mental attention; ability to reach, kneel, crawl, crouch, or bend; working outdoors in changing weather conditions and with standard cleaning and shop chemicals.

Nice To Haves

Trade School degree or 2/4 yr. college degree in related field.
Audio / Visual Equipment experience.
Soldering skills.
Computer repair and programming.
General lighting experience.
Eye for art principals.
CNC (Computer Numerical Control) machine experience is a plus.
3D printing experience is a plus.
Experience with remote controlled technology (boats).

Responsibilities

Perform daily upkeep, maintenance, and cleaning of museum exhibits, for both in and outside exhibit areas. Performing repairs to exhibits as necessary to help ensure that the exhibits continuously deliver safe, reliable, and satisfying interaction for our members and other guests.
Perform opening and closing functions for outdoor and indoor exhibits as assigned. Opening function includes verifying operation of outdoor kiosks and deploying exhibit devices, refreshing materials, consumables, and/or supplies. Closing function includes removal and safe storage of exhibit devices, materials, consumables and/or supplies; and lock-up of exhibits components as required. Both functions include inspecting exhibits for breakage, failure, or malfunctions as the opening or closing is performed.
Report exhibit outages and collaborate as required to formulate plans for exhibits repair, and act as necessary to bring exhibits back into operation in a timely manner. Primary objective is to ensure a reliable and satisfying interaction, in terms of maximized operational uptime of exhibits.
Safely fulfill exhibit Work Order requests as assigned by Supervisor.
Oversee Exhibit volunteers as required.
Perform testing and maintenance programs for Exhibit water features.
Maintain and order departmental parts and supplies.
Assist with installation of pop-up exhibits.
Develop, create, and build prototypes with the exhibits team.
Always demonstrate adherence to Museum safety procedures.
Engage with Museum visitors in a positive and helpful way to support an enjoyable and safe guest experience.
Prioritize the Museum’s values of inclusion and kindness in all interactions with staff, volunteers, and guests.