Museum Exhibit Carpenter & Installer

Virginia Museum of Fine Arts; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Benefits

12 Paid Holidays

Vacation & Other Leave

Retirement Plans

Wellness Program

Job summary

Virginia Museum of Fine Arts in Richmond seeks a detail oriented Museum Exhibit Preparator (Carpenter) to support the Exhibition Department. You will fabricate display elements, read drawings, and collaborate with designers to realize gallery plans and temporary exhibitions.

The role requires cabinetmaking skills, safe tool operation, and the ability to meet deadlines while maintaining museum standards. VMFA offers a full benefits package and a 365‑day open schedule.

Qualifications

• Knowledge and skills in cabinetmaking and woodworking techniques, methods, and materials, and joinery techniques.
• Skill in the operation of carpentry shop tools and other fabrication equipment with safety practices.
• Working knowledge of museum exhibit fabrication and installation; knowledge of furniture design and painting.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate display casework, pedestals, and architectural elements for exhibitions and gallery displays.
• Read, review, and assess architectural drawings used in fabrication.
• Consult with designers on mechanical aspects of design ideas.
• Build and set up galleries according to plans (modular walls, casework, platforms, furniture).
• Follow safety protocols and wear PPE; OSHA compliance when using tools and equipment.
• Operate motorized lifts; lift training and certification provided during onboarding.

Skills

Cabinetmaking

Woodworking techniques

Tool operation

Reading drawings

Safety protocols

Deadline-driven

Education

Industrial arts training

Cabinet making experience

Tools

CNC routers

Jigsaws

Handsaws

Panel saws

Planers

Shapers

Joiners

Painting equipment

Job description

Virginia Museum of Fine Arts in Richmond seeks a detail oriented Museum Exhibit Preparator (Carpenter) to support the Exhibition Department. You will fabricate display elements, read drawings, and collaborate with designers to realize gallery plans and temporary exhibitions.

The role requires cabinetmaking skills, safe tool operation, and the ability to meet deadlines while maintaining museum standards. VMFA offers a full benefits package and a 365‑day open schedule.