Museum Exhibits Technician: Install, Restore & Care

Ruchman and Associates, INC; New London (CT); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Ruchman and Associates, Inc. in New London, CT, seeks an Exhibits Maintenance Technician to support the daily care, safety, and appearance of exhibits at the National Coast Guard Museum.

You will inspect galleries, perform cleaning, and assist with installations and cataloging. The role requires 2–5 years in museum settings, a related degree, proficiency with tools, ability to lift 50 lb, and comfort with lighting systems and audiovisual equipment; you will collaborate with museum staff on

Qualifications

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in a related design/architecture field.
• 2–5 years in exhibit prep, museum installation, specimen/artifact handling, or use of standard carpentry, electrical, and mechanical tools.
• Proficiency with hand and power tools and reading blueprints or CAD drawings.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, climb ladders, and work safely in tight spaces or at heights.
• Knowledge of archival-safe materials and considerations around light exposure (UV).
• Experience with track and LED gallery lighting and related focus adjustments is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Conduct daily pre-opening gallery rounds to verify lighting, interactive components, displays, and visitor-facing elements.
• Clean exhibit cases, vitrines, pedestals and surfaces using archival-safe materials.
• Perform preventive maintenance and minor repairs on interactive stations and exhibit components.
• Assist with moving furniture, equipment, and scenic pieces for events and repairs.
• Handle and mount artifacts under approved handling plans in coordination with museum staff.
• Assist with back-of-house cataloging and processing of artifacts for online exhibits and digital collections.
• Securely install and remove display materials and adjust lighting to meet conservation requirements.
• Inspect pathways for trip hazards and ensure ADA compliance.
• Organize storage areas for reusable pedestals, hardware, and exhibit materials.
• Coordinate with technical staff for AV equipment issues.

Skills

Exhibit prep

Museum installation

Carpentry & electrical tools

Blueprints/CAD readings

Education

Associate or Bachelor's degree in Illustrative Design/Art-related field

Tools

Hand & power tools

LED gallery lighting

AV equipment familiarity

Job description

Ruchman and Associates, Inc. in New London, CT, seeks an Exhibits Maintenance Technician to support the daily care, safety, and appearance of exhibits at the National Coast Guard Museum.

You will inspect galleries, perform cleaning, and assist with installations and cataloging. The role requires 2–5 years in museum settings, a related degree, proficiency with tools, ability to lift 50 lb, and comfort with lighting systems and audiovisual equipment; you will collaborate with museum staff on