Museum Exhibit Technician: Maintenance, Build & Repair

Science Museum Oklahoma Inc; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

The Exhibit Technician at Science Museum Oklahoma Inc will handle the mechanical maintenance of a variety of museum exhibits in public galleries, inspecting for damage, ensuring safe function of interactive features, and repairing minor defects to maintain durability.

You will work with carpentry, electronics, and A/V systems, read schematics, source parts, maintain records, and support exhibit setup and takedown for events.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Technical degree or vocational training preferred.
• 1+ years of mechanical work experience with electronics, carpentry, and metalworking.
• Ability to meet physical demands and work overtime including weekends.

Responsibilities

• Efficient start-up and shut down of exhibits, including power management.
• Provide maintenance and repair support for exhibits; source parts and expertise as needed.
• Keep detailed maintenance records per warranties and manufacturer guidelines.
• Read mechanical drawings, schematics, and manuals for repairs.
• Construct and install exhibit structures using tools.
• Maintain a clean, safe work environment and follow safety protocols.
• Manage inventory of materials, tools, and consumables; replenish as needed.
• Assist in setup and dismantling of temporary or diverse exhibits and events.

Skills

Carpentry

Hand tools

Power tools

Electronics wiring

Lighting

Paints

Adhesives

Safety practices

AV systems

Education

HS Diploma

Technical Degree

Tools

Table saws

Skill saws

Pneumatic tools

Routers

Job description

The Exhibit Technician at Science Museum Oklahoma Inc will handle the mechanical maintenance of a variety of museum exhibits in public galleries, inspecting for damage, ensuring safe function of interactive features, and repairing minor defects to maintain durability.

You will work with carpentry, electronics, and A/V systems, read schematics, source parts, maintain records, and support exhibit setup and takedown for events.