Exhibit Technician — Hands-On Museum Fabrication

Senator John Heinz History Center; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 28,000 - 42,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid sick leave

Wellness program

Shop discounts

Public transit nearby

Job summary

The Senator John Heinz History Center in Pittsburgh, PA is seeking an Entry Exhibit Technician to support the development, installation and maintenance of exhibits. The role involves painting, carpentry, mounting objects, and collaborating with a team to keep spaces safe and engaging.

Responsibilities include fabrication, A/V support, drywall finishing, and hands-on work across a dynamic museum environment with varied hours, including evenings and weekends as needed.

Qualifications

• Minimum high school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in exhibit or theater production or construction is a plus.
• Proficient with electrical and manual equipment and measurement tools.
• Ability to read technical documents, drawings and blueprints.
• Understanding of advanced construction and structural techniques.
• Must be a team player and able to work independently.
• Physically demanding: lifting, bending, walking, climbing, standing.

Responsibilities

• Assist with development, production, installation, maintenance and de-installation of exhibits.
• Fabricate exhibits including painting, construction, mounts and installing objects/graphics, hands-on interactives.
• Drywall spackling and finishing, painting, sanding, cleaning and maintenance of galleries.
• Assist with A/V equipment and maintain a clean, safe wood shop and fabrication area.
• Work hours based on exhibit schedule; evenings and weekends possible.

Skills

Read blueprints

Carpentry techniques

A/V equipment handling

Team player

Independent worker

Measurement tools

Physical stamina

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Electrical tools

Manual tools

Job description

The Senator John Heinz History Center in Pittsburgh, PA is seeking an Entry Exhibit Technician to support the development, installation and maintenance of exhibits. The role involves painting, carpentry, mounting objects, and collaborating with a team to keep spaces safe and engaging.

Responsibilities include fabrication, A/V support, drywall finishing, and hands-on work across a dynamic museum environment with varied hours, including evenings and weekends as needed.