Installation Technician

Philadelphia Museum of Art•Philadelphia, PA

8d•$22•Onsite

About The Position

At the Philadelphia Museum of Art, we actively seek to employ a diverse group of people who embody our organizational values. We welcome and encourage individuals of all backgrounds to apply, especially those from marginalized and underrepresented groups in the museum field, who are inspired by our shared purpose and enjoy working collaboratively with others. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship or immigration status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other protected status. The Museum seeks a skilled Installation Technician to support exhibition installations, packing and storage solutions. This position requires strong art handling expertise and the ability to work collaboratively on installation projects while maintaining the highest standards of collections care.

Requirements

TSA STA certification, including screening alternate training, required (background check required)
Maintain TSA Supervisor Alternative screening certification
Operate installation equipment (ladders, lifts, forklifts, gantries) with proper training and certification
Proficiency with hand, power, and shop tools; woodworking and/or mount fabrication skills preferred
Conduct site visits to evaluate art objects for packing and transportation
Support curatorial, conservation, photography, and other departments with safe art handling
Problem-solve and execute installation techniques
Strong communication and interpersonal skills for teamwork and cross-departmental collaboration
Follow safety protocols and museum policies

Nice To Haves

woodworking and/or mount fabrication skills preferred

Responsibilities

Install and deinstall artwork for gallery installations, exhibitions, storage, and special projects as assigned
Handle, pack, transport, and store art objects according to museum protocols and industry standards
Collaborate with conservators, curatorial, and exhibition design on installations, storage needs, and special projects as assigned, and if asked, attend planning meetings, and providing essential input on logistics, timing, and resources
Assist in the packing or mount shop as needed
Assist in crate inventory, including offsite retrieval, unpacking, truck loading/off-loading
Maintain tools, equipment, and workspace in good condition
Courier loans to other institutions, as assigned
TSA STA certification, including screening alternate training, required (background check required)
Maintain TSA Supervisor Alternative screening certification
Operate installation equipment (ladders, lifts, forklifts, gantries) with proper training and certification
Proficiency with hand, power, and shop tools; woodworking and/or mount fabrication skills preferred
Conduct site visits to evaluate art objects for packing and transportation
Support curatorial, conservation, photography, and other departments with safe art handling
Problem-solve and execute installation techniques
Strong communication and interpersonal skills for teamwork and cross-departmental collaboration
Follow safety protocols and museum policies

Benefits

Free general admission to the museum for you and your immediate family
Discounted guest tickets for admission
Discounts on gift memberships
Special staff tours and presentations from our curatorial and conservation teams
Discounts at the museum restaurant, museum cafés, and museum retail and online stores
Medical, dental, and vision benefits
Fully paid short-term disability insurance, long-term disability insurance, and life insurance
Health savings or flexible spending account program
Retirement savings program with museum match
Paid vacation, personal days, sick days, and holidays