Project Crew Technician
About The Position
About Us: The Griffin Museum of Science and Industry is the largest and most interactive science museum in the Western Hemisphere. Griffin Museum of Science and Industry (Griffin MSI) exposes guests of all ages to awe-inspiring exhibitions that spark curiosity and bring science to life. Griffin MSI’s mission – to inspire the inventive genius in everyone – is realized through its world-class exhibitions and engaging guest experiences. The Griffin Museum of Science and Industry provides programs and experiences that deepen the engagement of students and teachers in science and science-related disciplines, with a vision to inspire and motivate our children to achieve their full potential in the fields of science, technology, engineering and math. We offer a creative, collaborative, and innovative environment for our employees. Our employees get great perks such as: benefits starting day one of your employment, free admission to Griffin MSI for family and friends, free admission to other museums, free parking in Griffin MSI’s garage and more! If you are equally passionate about our vision and want to be surrounded by a team of dynamic, smart and innovative people, the Griffin Museum of Science and Industry is the right place for you! The Job: The Project Crew is responsible for installing and dismantling temporary and permanent exhibits. This is a 40-hour/week, union-represented position (IBEW, AFL-CIO, Local #134) with regular hours Monday-Friday, 7:00am-3:30pm and occasional overtime.
Requirements
- Minimum of six months related experience.
- High school diploma or GED equivalent required.
- Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
- Must have minimal computer skills such as creating and responding to emails and web-based work order system.
- Must be able to write routine reports and correspondence, track time spent on projects and work orders.
- Proven ability to work in a team environment.
- Must be able to work at heights – up to 60’ from the floor and regularly lift up to 60 lbs.
- Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions.
- Skilled to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.
- This role regularly requires standing and use hands to finger, handle, or feel as well as to reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear.
- Frequently required to move mechanical parts; high, precarious places and outside weather conditions. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; extreme cold; extreme heat; risk of electrical shock and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
Responsibilities
- Assembles and dismantles permanent and temporary exhibits.
- Loads and unloads trucks.
- Reads and interprets schematics used for exhibit setup and takedown.
- Operates equipment such as forklifts, pallet jacks/stackers and manlifts.
- Sets up and dismantles staging, risers, platforms, barricades, etc.
- Participates on teams to discuss exhibit/museum related topics.
- Moves/relocate equipment, furniture, exhibit units, etc.
- Assists technicians and tradesmen when necessary
- Assembles and disassembles equipment, carts, etc.
- Operates hand tools.
- Sets up rigging to move heavy objects.
- Orders tools and equipment necessary to perform job.
- Other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- benefits starting day one of your employment
- free admission to Griffin MSI for family and friends
- free admission to other museums
- free parking in Griffin MSI’s garage
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
101-250 employees
