AGLOW Exhibit Specialist (Seasonal)

SC Aquarium; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

South Carolina Aquarium is seeking an Exhibit AGLOW Exhibit Specialist for staging, installation, maintenance and striking of Aquarium AGLOW installations in Charleston. The role requires hands-on carpentry, painting, wiring, installation, soldering and signage hanging, with focus on daily appearance of public spaces during AGLOW season.

The position is seasonal, hourly, starting mid-October and ending mid to late January, with potential after-hours work as needed.

Qualifications

• Unpacks and installs all displays pertaining to Aquarium Aglow.
• Troubleshoots Aquarium Aglow lighting issues, etc.
• Strikes Aquarium Aglow displays.
• Fixes Aquarium Aglow display issues before packing them up for the season.
• Organizes and stores Aquarium Aglow elements.
• Works with Animal Husbandry and Facility staff in assignments as necessary.
• Has excellent planning and organizational skills.
• Understands the proper use of industrial tools and equipment.
• Has basic finish carpentry skills.
• Has painting skills.
• Communicates effectively with fellow team members.
• Has the ability to problem solve creatively and resourcefully.
• Detailed-oriented to observe and identify issues with displays, lights, exhibits.
• Highly motivated and willing to learn.
• Has the ability to work with minimal supervision and can self-pace to stay on track.
• Has the ability to meet deadlines and to multi-task projects.

Responsibilities

• Adheres to the South Carolina Aquarium Policies and Procedures.
• Maintains the daily appearance of public spaces at the Aquarium.
• Maintains and repairs current exhibits, ensuring exhibit interactives are operational.
• Maintains Aquarium Aglow elements, making sure all are operational for the following Aglow evenings.
• Attends meetings to discuss the status of current projects and to be briefed on new projects.
• Properly packs and stores seasonal promotional materials.
• Is able to work flexible hours throughout the week.

Skills

Planning & organization

Independent work

Creative problem solving

Finish carpentry

Painting

Tool usage

Team communication

Attention to detail

Self-motivation

Multi-tasking

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Industrial tools

Job description

Job Summary:

The Aquarium AGLOW Exhibit Specialist is responsible for staging, installation, maintenance and striking of Aquarium AGLOW installations at the South Carolina Aquarium. This position requires hands‑on involvement that includes but is not limited to: carpentry, painting, wiring, installation, soldering and hanging signage and decorations. The Exhibit Specialist will maintain the overall daily appearance of the South Carolina Aquarium’s public spaces for the duration Aquarium AGLOW (mid-November through the conclusion of AGLOW). Frequently, this position may be required to work before or after normal business hours.

This is a seasonal, hourly position intended to start in mid-October and will conclude in mid to late January.

Essential Functions:

• Adheres to the South Carolina Aquarium Policies and Procedures.
• Maintains the daily appearance of public spaces at the Aquarium.
• Maintains and repairs current exhibits, ensuring exhibit interactives are operational.
• Maintains Aquarium Aglow elements, making sure all are operational for the following Aglow evenings.
• Attends meetings to discuss the status of current projects and to be briefed on new projects.
• Properly packs and stores seasonal promotional materials.
• Is able to work flexible hours throughout the week.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Unpacks and installs all displays pertaining to Aquarium Aglow.
• Troubleshoots Aquarium Aglow lighting issues, etc.
• Strikes Aquarium Aglow displays.
• Fixes Aquarium Aglow display issues before packing them up for the season.
• Organizes and stores Aquarium Aglow elements.
• Works with Animal Husbandry and Facility staff in assignments as necessary.
• Has excellent planning and organizational skills.
• Understands the proper use of industrial tools and equipment.
• Has basic finish carpentry skills.
• Has painting skills.
• Communicates effectively with fellow team members.
• Has the ability to problem solve creatively and resourcefully.
• Detailed-oriented to observe and identify issues with displays, lights, exhibits.
• Highly motivated and willing to learn.
• Has the ability to work with minimal supervision and can self-pace to stay on track.
• Has the ability to meet deadlines and to multi-task projects.

Education and Experience Required:

• High School Diploma or GED.

Licenses and Certifications Required:

• Valid Driver’s License.

Supervision of others:

• N/A

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• Walking, balancing and bending/stooping/crouching
• Climbing ladders and heights (up to 30’)
• Carrying (up to 50 lbs.) and lifting (up to 80 lbs.)
• Sitting, kneeling and crawling
• Pushing and pulling
• Repetitive work
• Occasional shift work, late night work or weekend work
• Contact within the department, with guests and the public and with outside vendors
• Exposure to elements such as heat, cold, dirty, noisy, wet, temperature changes, poor lighting and/or confined work spaces