Especialista en Limpieza Técnica y Restauración de Edificios Históricos

Placements24; Aguascalientes; On-site; MXN 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Heritage project exposure

Professional development in heritage

Health and wellness benefits

Retirement savings plans

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a highly specialized specialist to clean and preserve historic buildings in Aguascalientes, Mexico, using non-invasive conservation methods. You will assess conditions, select appropriate techniques, and operate heritage-safe equipment on site.

The role requires experience with aged materials, meticulous attention to detail, and collaboration with conservation professionals. Travel to various project sites is expected, with a commitment to cultural heritage preservation.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in historical building cleaning, conservation, or restoration.
• Knowledge of materials found in historic buildings (stone, brick, plaster, wood, metal).
• Expertise in cleaning methodologies suitable for delicate and aged surfaces.
• Understanding of conservation ethics and best practices.
• Ability to conduct material analysis and condition assessments.
• Proficiency in using specialized cleaning equipment.
• Strong observational skills and meticulous attention to detail.
• Good communication skills to report findings and collaborate with a team.
• Willingness to travel to various project sites as required.

Responsibilities

• Perform specialized cleaning of historic building facades, interiors, and artifacts using appropriate conservation methods.
• Assess the condition of surfaces and materials to determine the most suitable cleaning techniques, ensuring no damage occurs.
• Operate specialized equipment for cleaning, such as low-pressure water systems, dry ice blasting, or specific chemical applications suitable for heritage materials.
• Document all cleaning processes, materials used, and observations regarding the condition of historical elements.
• Collaborate with conservation architects, conservators, and project managers to ensure cleaning aligns with overall restoration goals.
• Safeguard historical features during cleaning operations, implementing protective measures as needed.
• Conduct research into historical cleaning techniques and materials to inform best practices.
• Ensure adherence to conservation principles and ethical standards in all aspects of work.
• Maintain and care for specialized cleaning equipment and tools.
• Provide technical advice on cleaning and maintenance for historical properties.

Skills

Historical cleaning

Conservation/restoration

Surface analysis

Heritage ethics

Attention to detail

Tools

Low-pressure water systems

Dry ice blasting

Chemical cleaning methods

Equipment maintenance

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a prestigious architectural preservation firm operating in Aguascalientes, Aguascalientes , is seeking a highly specialized Especialista en Limpieza Técnica y Restauración de Edificios Históricos . This unique role demands a meticulous approach and deep knowledge of conservation techniques to carefully clean and maintain historical structures and artifacts. The ideal candidate will possess expertise in non-invasive cleaning methods, understanding the sensitive nature of aged materials and surfaces. You will be responsible for preserving the integrity and aesthetic value of historical sites, working closely with conservation architects and historians. This position requires a strong commitment to historical preservation, exceptional attention to detail, and the ability to handle delicate tasks with precision. We are looking for an individual who values heritage and possesses the technical skills to ensure its longevity for future generations. This is a rare opportunity to contribute to the safeguarding of cultural heritage.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform specialized cleaning of historic building facades, interiors, and artifacts using appropriate conservation methods.
• Assess the condition of surfaces and materials to determine the most suitable cleaning techniques, ensuring no damage occurs.
• Operate specialized equipment for cleaning, such as low-pressure water systems, dry ice blasting, or specific chemical applications suitable for heritage materials.
• Document all cleaning processes, materials used, and observations regarding the condition of historical elements.
• Collaborate with conservation architects, conservators, and project managers to ensure cleaning aligns with overall restoration goals.
• Safeguard historical features during cleaning operations, implementing protective measures as needed.
• Conduct research into historical cleaning techniques and materials to inform best practices.
• Ensure adherence to conservation principles and ethical standards in all aspects of work.
• Maintain and care for specialized cleaning equipment and tools.
• Provide technical advice on cleaning and maintenance for historical properties.

Requirements

• Proven experience in historical building cleaning, conservation, or restoration.
• Demonstrated knowledge of various materials found in historic buildings (stone, brick, plaster, wood, metal).
• Expertise in different cleaning methodologies suitable for delicate and aged surfaces.
• Understanding of conservation ethics and best practices.
• Ability to conduct material analysis and condition assessments.
• Proficiency in using specialized cleaning equipment.
• Strong observational skills and meticulous attention to detail.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities specific to conservation challenges.
• Good communication skills to report on findings and work collaboratively with a team.
• Willingness to travel to various project sites as required.

Benefits

• Competitive salary reflecting specialized skills and experience.
• Opportunity to work on significant and high-profile historical projects.
• Continuous learning and professional development in heritage conservation.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
• Contribution to retirement savings plans.
• A unique and rewarding career path in cultural heritage preservation.