Museum Technician 3 (Museum of Industry)

The Government of Nova Scotia•Stellarton, NS

1d•CA$50,842 - CA$59,943•Onsite

About The Position

Reporting to the Curator of Collections at the Museum of Industry (MOI), the Museum Technician plans, researches, problem-solves, fabricates, designs, repairs, maintains and procures a range of products and services to directly support collections, exhibits and interpretation at MOI. This work requires a considerable range of technical, planning and communication skills. Projects require the Technician to use strong interpersonal skills to consult and collaborate with a wide range of government and non-government contacts, including collections and conservation staff at other Nova Scotia Museum sites. The Technician supports the interpretation mandate of the Museum of Industry through fabrication, installation, dismantling, moving and maintenance of permanent, temporary and travelling exhibit structures and components, as well as programming props and materials. The Museum Technician also supports collection management functions including understanding collections procedures and policies, moving and transporting artifacts and conducting basic conservation and restoration treatments to artifacts as directed.

Requirements

Grade 12, plus post-secondary training related to the area of speciality, plus three (3) years related experience. An equivalent combination of training and experience may be acceptable. Related speciality areas include carpentry and metalworking.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Experience working with artifacts
Problem-solving skills

Nice To Haves

Journeyman’s certification
a combination of skills working with both wood and metal
knowledge and experience in museum conservation practices and standards, especially in the treatment of metals
forklift operations experience
scissor lift and Fall Arrest training
WHMIS and OHS training

Responsibilities

Prepares artifacts and specimens for presentation in a range of installations/exhibits at the Museum of Industry. This includes fabrication of exhibit cases with materials compatible with the objects they house and following collections management procedures and best practices.
Utilizes skills and knowledge working with a variety of construction materials including woods, metals, plastics, glass, as well as digital media and a variety of finishes. Undertakes minor repairs and improvements to the building as directed.
Determines solutions and carries out actions to secure, stabilize and conserve specimens and artifacts in a range of environments (storage, exhibit, in transit, etc.) and in consideration of their specific conservation needs.
Develops, fabricates and installs specimen and artifacts mounts, exhibit components and panels, museum props and replicas in consultation with curatorial, interpretation and exhibit staff, ensuring that mounts are safe and object-friendly.
Researches and procures a wide range of materials, products and expertise (sub-contractors) to conduct work that cannot be completed in-house, ensuring that contract expertise meets museum standards.
Contributes to a respectful, collaborative workplace by attending and contributing to team meetings, maintaining clear communications and timely updates to colleagues at the Museum of Industry and broader networks when required. Follows OHS and WHMIS policies and procedures and maintains workshop tools, equipment, storage and workspaces.

Benefits

Defined Benefit Pension Plan
Health
Dental
Life Insurance
General illness
Short and Long Term Disability
Vacation
Employee and Family Assistance Programs
Career development where you have access to career guidance, tools, resources, and ongoing training for every stage of your career
Engaging workplace: our employees feel valued, respected, connected, and tuned in, we have forward-thinking policies and strategies
Countless career paths
A Dynamic, client-focused office environment where service excellence and teamwork are our focus.