Museum Exhibit Carpenter - Build Gallery Displays

Commonwealth of VA Careers; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Benefits

Paid leave and holidays

Flexible schedules

retirement plans

Job summary

Virginia Museum of Fine Arts in Richmond seeks a Museum Exhibit Preparator (Carpenter) to support the Exhibition Design & Production Department in presenting the Museum’s collection and temporary exhibitions.

The role requires cabinetmaking and woodworking skills, ability to read plans, and a commitment to safety. Onboarding includes lift operation training and PPE usage; state benefits apply.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of cabinetmaking and woodworking techniques.
• Ability to read architectural drawings and assess plans.
• Experience in museum exhibit fabrication preferred.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate display casework, pedestals, and architectural elements per plans.
• Read and assess architectural drawings used in exhibit work.
• Consult with designers on mechanical design ideas.
• Build galleries using MDF, plywood, Plexiglas as required by designs.
• Follow safety protocols and wear PPE; OSHA compliance when using tools.
• Operate lifts; training and certification provided on onboarding.

Skills

Cabinetmaking

Woodworking

Reading drawings

Safety protocols

Shop tools

Adaptability

Education

Industrial arts training

Tools

CNC routers

Jigsaws

Panel saws

Planers

Shapers

Joiners

Painting equipment

Job description

Virginia Museum of Fine Arts in Richmond seeks a Museum Exhibit Preparator (Carpenter) to support the Exhibition Design & Production Department in presenting the Museum’s collection and temporary exhibitions.

The role requires cabinetmaking and woodworking skills, ability to read plans, and a commitment to safety. Onboarding includes lift operation training and PPE usage; state benefits apply.