Exhibit & Facilities Technician: Crafting Immersive Spaces

Union Station of Kansas City Inc; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Union Station Kansas City is seeking a hands-on Maintenance Technician to repair and improve buildings and exhibits across all properties, including The Link and immersive galleries. You will support holiday setups, events, and ensure interactive spaces remain dynamic and safe.

You will read blueprints, erect walls and fixtures, and maintain electrical, plumbing and HVAC systems. Experience with show control, Raspberry Pi/Arduino, and AV systems is valued.

Qualifications

• Read blueprints, sketches and specifications to determine layout and materials.
• Hands-on exhibit fabrication, scenic construction, or creative build experience.
• Experience with audiovisual systems, interactive tech or live event support; museums/theaters preferred.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret blueprints, determine project layout and materials.
• Construct exhibit components and fixtures.
• Maintain exhibit structures and gallery equipment to keep them safe and operational.
• Program, set up and operate CNC equipment for exhibit components.

Skills

Blueprints interpretation

Exhibit maintenance

Electrical troubleshooting

HVAC maintenance

Show control systems

Raspberry Pi/Arduino

Rigging

Video systems

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree in theater production / exhibit design / engineering / media technology or similar

Tools

CNC router

Power tools & shop machinery

Low-voltage systems

Water/air quality systems (HVAC)

Job description

Union Station Kansas City is seeking a hands-on Maintenance Technician to repair and improve buildings and exhibits across all properties, including The Link and immersive galleries. You will support holiday setups, events, and ensure interactive spaces remain dynamic and safe.

You will read blueprints, erect walls and fixtures, and maintain electrical, plumbing and HVAC systems. Experience with show control, Raspberry Pi/Arduino, and AV systems is valued.