Exhibits Manager & Fabrication Lead

Valid8 Financial, Inc.; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Arizona Science Center is seeking an Exhibits Manager to oversee the maintenance of exhibits and galleries, lead the Exhibit Technician team, and collaborate with science center teams and external vendors to deliver engaging guest experiences.

You will supervise maintenance, oversee safety protocols, fabricate or prototype new exhibit components, and manage budgets under leadership direction. Strong technical skills and creativity are essential for sustaining state‑of‑the‑art displays.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent; at least 4 years related experience or training; or equivalent combination.
• Prior experience in exhibits, science centers, museums, custom fabrication preferred.

Responsibilities

• Direct daily supervision of Exhibit Technician team; delegate tasks for timely completion.
• Maintain and repair exhibits; diagnose faults and repair components.
• Coordinate preventive maintenance; ensure safe operations across areas of responsibility.
• Oversee training and safety procedures for Exhibit Technicians.
• Interact with visitors about exhibit functions and troubleshoot inquiries.
• Coordinate installation/removal of exhibits and traveling shows with vendors and logistics.
• Partner with facilities to ensure high-quality guest experience and safety.
• Read plans, prototype, and test new exhibits; oversee workshop safety and organization.
• Manage budgets and forecast needs for exhibits under leadership guidance.

Skills

Carpentry

Metal work

Electrical

Computer electronics

Education

Bachelor's Degree

4+ years experience

Tools

CAD

SketchUp

Job description

Arizona Science Center is seeking an Exhibits Manager to oversee the maintenance of exhibits and galleries, lead the Exhibit Technician team, and collaborate with science center teams and external vendors to deliver engaging guest experiences.

You will supervise maintenance, oversee safety protocols, fabricate or prototype new exhibit components, and manage budgets under leadership direction. Strong technical skills and creativity are essential for sustaining state‑of‑the‑art displays.