Discovery World
Job Title/Position:
Exhibit Maintenance Technician
Reports to:
Exhibit Maintenance Manager and Exhibit Maintenance Supervisor
Job Summary The Exhibit Maintenance Technician is a high energy, fast paced problem solver, with a proven ability to ‘make things’, and is comfortable in a workshop as well as a public setting. Under the supervision of the Senior Manager of Exhibit Maintenance, the technician will maintain and/or rebuild existing exhibits while contributing to a high-performing customer experience.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Other minor duties may be assigned.
Using design drawings, schematics, specifications, select appropriate materials and maintain all finished exhibits
Install, maintain, rebuild and/or repair existing exhibits focus on all aspects of repair and integration for exhibits
Actively identify and clear exhibit maintenance ‘trouble tickets’ to ensure short and long-term exhibit safety and functionality
Strong focus on preventative maintenance when feasible
Advise Exhibit Maintenance Manager of developing faults in existing exhibits
Recommend design changes or construction changes to improve durability and user safety
Strong reporting of recurring maintenance to Exhibit Maintenance Manager
Follow safety procedures in the shop and whenever using tools
Ability to maintain and repair a variety of equipment (Training can be provided)
Keep a clean and safe working environment: maintained daily
Drive forklift as needed for material movement (Certification/training can be provided as needed)
Work Environment Listed below are key points regarding environmental demands and work environment of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
Required to use motor coordination with finger dexterity (such as keyboarding, machine operation, etc.) most of the workday.
Required to exert physical effort in handling objects less than 100 pounds often.
Required to be exposed to physical occupational risks (such as cuts, burns, exposure to toxic chemicals, etc.) rarely.
Required to be exposed to physical environment which involves dirt, odors, noise, weather extremes or similar elements sometimes.
Normal setting for this job is: shop setting/museum exhibits.
Job Qualifications The requirements listed below are representative of the qualifications necessary to perform the job.
Education and Experience
High School Diploma or equivalent
Two or more years post high school tech or trade oriented training
Minimum of one-year practical experience applying electrical, mechanical, and carpentry trade skills
Other Knowledge, Skills, or Abilities
Requires electrical, mechanical, or carpentry integration experience
Metal, wood, and plastic fabrication experience preferred
Knowledge of diagnostic tools
Requires use of hand and power tools
Experience with Raspberry Pi and/or Arduino programming
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Management and Manufacturing
Industries
Museums, Historical Sites, and Zoos
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Exhibit Maintenance Technician
Reports to:
Exhibit Maintenance Manager and Exhibit Maintenance Supervisor
Job Summary The Exhibit Maintenance Technician is a high energy, fast paced problem solver, with a proven ability to ‘make things’, and is comfortable in a workshop as well as a public setting. Under the supervision of the Senior Manager of Exhibit Maintenance, the technician will maintain and/or rebuild existing exhibits while contributing to a high-performing customer experience.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Other minor duties may be assigned.
Using design drawings, schematics, specifications, select appropriate materials and maintain all finished exhibits
Install, maintain, rebuild and/or repair existing exhibits focus on all aspects of repair and integration for exhibits
Actively identify and clear exhibit maintenance ‘trouble tickets’ to ensure short and long-term exhibit safety and functionality
Strong focus on preventative maintenance when feasible
Advise Exhibit Maintenance Manager of developing faults in existing exhibits
Recommend design changes or construction changes to improve durability and user safety
Strong reporting of recurring maintenance to Exhibit Maintenance Manager
Follow safety procedures in the shop and whenever using tools
Ability to maintain and repair a variety of equipment (Training can be provided)
Keep a clean and safe working environment: maintained daily
Drive forklift as needed for material movement (Certification/training can be provided as needed)
Work Environment Listed below are key points regarding environmental demands and work environment of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
Required to use motor coordination with finger dexterity (such as keyboarding, machine operation, etc.) most of the workday.
Required to exert physical effort in handling objects less than 100 pounds often.
Required to be exposed to physical occupational risks (such as cuts, burns, exposure to toxic chemicals, etc.) rarely.
Required to be exposed to physical environment which involves dirt, odors, noise, weather extremes or similar elements sometimes.
Normal setting for this job is: shop setting/museum exhibits.
Job Qualifications The requirements listed below are representative of the qualifications necessary to perform the job.
Education and Experience
High School Diploma or equivalent
Two or more years post high school tech or trade oriented training
Minimum of one-year practical experience applying electrical, mechanical, and carpentry trade skills
Other Knowledge, Skills, or Abilities
Requires electrical, mechanical, or carpentry integration experience
Metal, wood, and plastic fabrication experience preferred
Knowledge of diagnostic tools
Requires use of hand and power tools
Experience with Raspberry Pi and/or Arduino programming
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Management and Manufacturing
Industries
Museums, Historical Sites, and Zoos
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