Interactive Exhibit Technician

SCIENCE MUSEUM OKLAHOMA; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Science Museum Oklahoma in Oklahoma City seeks an Exhibit Technician to maintain and repair diverse museum exhibits in public spaces. You’ll interpret schematics, perform carpentry and basic electronics, and ensure safety during daily operations and special events.

Work includes startup/shutdown, sourcing parts, keeping maintenance records, and coordinating with staff for exhibit setups. Comfortable with power tools and physical tasks is essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; technical degree preferred.
• Experience with electronics, carpentry, and metalworking.
• Ability to read design schematics and fabrication drawings.
• Experience in museum/gallery or tradeshow exhibit fabrication is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Efficient start up and shut down of exhibits, including breakers.
• Provide maintenance and repair support for exhibits; source parts as needed.
• Keep detailed maintenance records per warranties.
• Use schematics and manuals for repairs.
• Construct and install exhibit structures using power tools.
• Maintain safe, organized work areas and comply with safety protocols.
• Manage inventory of materials and tools.
• Assist in setting up/dismantling exhibits and finish work.
• Act as point of contact for daily exhibit issues.
• Support setup/takedown for events and off-site work.
• Adhere to OSHA regulations.

Skills

Carpentry

Hand tools

Power tools

Electronics basics

A/V systems

Reading schematics

Safety procedures

Education

High school diploma

Technical degree / vocational training

Tools

Table saw

Pneumatic tools

Routers

Electric wiring

Job description

Science Museum Oklahoma in Oklahoma City seeks an Exhibit Technician to maintain and repair diverse museum exhibits in public spaces. You’ll interpret schematics, perform carpentry and basic electronics, and ensure safety during daily operations and special events.

Work includes startup/shutdown, sourcing parts, keeping maintenance records, and coordinating with staff for exhibit setups. Comfortable with power tools and physical tasks is essential.