Historic Exhibits Conservator – Preservation & Care

Nuhou Corporation; Lihue (HI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

The Exhibit Conservator role at Nuhou Corporation supports preserving historic sites in Hawaii, with responsibilities spanning cleaning, maintenance, exhibit care, and visitor-ready preparation. Under supervision of the Project Manager and Executive Director, you will help maintain authentic interiors and collections while ensuring a welcoming, respectful environment for tours.

Ideal candidates are dependable, detail-oriented, and able to follow procedures around fragile historic objects, with

Qualifications

• Dependable and observant, respectful of historic environments and able to perform detailed hands-on work.
• Experience in interior cleaning, housekeeping, maintenance, museum work, or related field preferred.
• Able to follow established procedures when handling fragile/historic objects.
• Demonstrates strong attention to detail and respect for historic properties and collections.
• Can prioritize tasks and complete assignments within timeframes; can work independently or in a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist with preservation and careful maintenance of aged and fragile historic objects and collections.
• Maintain interiors of historic buildings, including windows, lanais, furnishings, exhibits, and collection areas.
• Perform routine and specialized cleaning duties: dusting, sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, window washing, and more.
• Polish and maintain historic silver, brass, and collection items using established procedures.
• Assist with flower arranging and other traditional practices for authentic presentation of properties.
• Follow cleaning schedules and preservation practices to protect interiors, furnishings, and artifacts.
• Open/close designated buildings on tour days and prep spaces for visitors.
• Provide monitoring and security for historic collections, buildings, grounds.
• Contribute to welcoming, respectful visitor experiences.
• Report any damage or concerns to Project Manager.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Project Manager or Executive Director.

Skills

Attention to detail

Interior cleaning

Museum experience

Teamwork

Physical ability

Job description

The Exhibit Conservator role at Nuhou Corporation supports preserving historic sites in Hawaii, with responsibilities spanning cleaning, maintenance, exhibit care, and visitor-ready preparation. Under supervision of the Project Manager and Executive Director, you will help maintain authentic interiors and collections while ensuring a welcoming, respectful environment for tours.

Ideal candidates are dependable, detail-oriented, and able to follow procedures around fragile historic objects, with