Museum Prep I, Fabrication, On-Call

Sfmoma•San Francisco, CA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Museum Preparator I, Fabrication Shop constructs and finishes casework and display methods for SFMOMA’s Collection and Exhibitions Programs. Under the supervision of the Gallery Infrastructure & Fabrication Manager, the position uses safe fabrication practices and follows institutional standards. It collaborates with other museum departments on exhibition construction and design. This is an on-call, fully onsite union position in San Francisco.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree, trade certification, or equivalent work experience.
At least one year of related experience, or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
Ability to read and interpret fabrication drawings, follow plans, and execute complex fabrication projects for a wide variety of applications.
Ability to work effectively and efficiently with time and materials.
Attention to detail, accuracy, and efficiency in project execution.
Safe wood and metal shop practices using fabrication equipment, including stationary and portable power tools.
Ability to guide others in the safe use of the fabrication shop and its equipment.
Knowledge of safety precautions and procedures for handling solvents, adhesives, and other fabrication-related solutions.
Ability to support good stewardship of fabrication spaces and the museum’s waste handling and recycling practices.
Ability to work cooperatively with supervisors, museum staff, students, outside clients, vendors, volunteers, and the public.
Strong communication skills.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of modern and contemporary art.
Art museum experience.

Responsibilities

Execute fabrication requests related to installing and displaying exhibitions and works of art.
Paint and/or construct casework, pedestals, displays, fixtures, mounts, and other finished structures for exhibitions and works of art.
Assist with maintaining fabrication shops at all SFMOMA fabrication facilities according to the maintenance schedule.
Contribute actively to a collaborative team environment.
Follow procedures and protocols for shop upkeep.
Apply best-practice fabrication skills and finishing techniques.
Safely transport materials and casework or displays throughout the museum, and keep gallery and work areas well maintained.
Perform other related duties.