Especialista en Restauración Histórica y Limpieza Técnica

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

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.