Exhibit & A/V Operations Technician

The Franklin Institute; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401K

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Wellness program

Job summary

The Franklin Institute in Philadelphia, PA, seeks an Operations Technician 1 to maintain, diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair museum exhibits, including electronic and A/V devices. This role covers start-up/shutdown of exhibits, setup and breakdown of event equipment, and support for rentals.

The position is full-time with a Thursday–Monday schedule (11:00 am–7:30 pm) and offers team-based growth opportunities and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Training in a technical field involving electronic, computers or A/V equipment.
• Experience as a museum technician or service technician.
• Ability to follow instructions and complete preventative maintenance tasks.
• Lifting is required under 100 lbs.
• Ability to use hand, power, and shop tools, along with forklifts, scissor lifts, and pallet jacks.

Responsibilities

• The start-up/shutdown of museum exhibits.
• The setup & breakdown of all A/V related event equipment and event lighting, including providing technical support for museum events and rentals.
• The installation and deinstallation of temporary (traveling) exhibitions as needed.
• Assist with weather and emergency situations as needed.

Job description

The Franklin Institute in Philadelphia, PA, seeks an Operations Technician 1 to maintain, diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair museum exhibits, including electronic and A/V devices. This role covers start-up/shutdown of exhibits, setup and breakdown of event equipment, and support for rentals.

The position is full-time with a Thursday–Monday schedule (11:00 am–7:30 pm) and offers team-based growth opportunities and comprehensive benefits.