Aglow Exhibit Technician - Seasonal Install & Maintenance

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

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.