Museum Exhibit Technician (Part-Time)

The HR Team•Baltimore, MD

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Port Discovery Children's Museum, a leading cultural institution in Baltimore's Inner Harbor, is seeking a part-time Exhibit Technician. This role is ideal for someone passionate about hands-on learning environments and interactive exhibits, who enjoys problem-solving, working with their hands, and contributing to meaningful guest experiences. The Exhibit Technician is responsible for maintaining, repairing, and improving the museum's exhibits and facilities, ensuring all guest-facing exhibit systems and interactives remain safe, functional, and engaging. This position reports directly to the Director of Exhibits & Facilities and is classified as an Essential Services role, requiring on-site work during inclement weather.

Requirements

Associate degree, trade school certificate, or BA or BS in fields like art, engineering, design, fabrication, or equivalent experience.
1–3 years of relevant hands-on professional experience.
Proficiency in basic carpentry, metalwork, painting, AV systems, electronics, and/or electro-mechanical repair required.
Familiarity in adjusting basic, existing software code, and 3D printing.
Familiarity with materials, their applications, and the tools required for repairs of exhibits or structures.
Understanding of raw materials, production processes, and their application in repair projects.
Ability to maintain and promptly repair exhibits using onsite tools and equipment.
Must be 18 years of age and able to pass a criminal background check.

Nice To Haves

Experience troubleshooting outdated AV configurations (from the 1990s onwards).
Experience with sculpting materials like foam, resins, and silicones is a bonus.

Responsibilities

Support the Museum's mission by delivering high-quality, engaging, and accessible play experiences for all.
Perform routine maintenance and quick repairs (e.g., replacing bulbs, switches, hardware, restarting systems).
Address medium-term repairs, such as part replacement and system upgrades.
Complete intermediate repairs such as sourcing parts, painting, refinishing surfaces, or installing upgrades.
Collaborate on long-term team projects for exhibits and building systems that require solutions or upgrades.
Maintain regular records of routine maintenance and inspection in Asana (our interdepartmental project management software).
Identify and address repair issues, adhering to manuals or using flexible problem-solving for complex situations.
Respond to maintenance needs on the museum floor via radio communication.
Document maintenance tasks in Asana (familiarity beneficial but not mandatory).
Collaborate with the team to design and fabricate upgrades addressing persistent maintenance or safety concerns.
Work with the Director of Exhibits and Facilities and Facilities Manager to enhance exhibit and building maintenance.
Maintain a safe, organized workshop environment.