Museum Preventive Conservation Technician

CW Talent; Williamsburg (VA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Colonial Williamsburg Foundation in Williamsburg, VA invites applications for a Preventive Conservation Technician. You will perform daily conservation tasks, routine cleaning of collections, and monitoring of environmental conditions to protect artifacts and facilities according to established standards.

Responsibilities include setting up sensors, recording data, maintaining inventories, assisting with exhibitions and storage solutions, and supporting conservation staff.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED; 3+ years handling museum collections.
• Valid Virginia driver’s license with clean driving record.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education, training, or experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform regular, routine cleaning of collections and surrounding areas per conservation standards.
• Maintain records of work via checklists at each site.
• Inspect conditions of collections and buildings; monitor environmental conditions.
• Set up and maintain sensors and recording instruments; compile data records.
• Document conditions per conservation department protocols.
• Assist with exhibitions and preventive maintenance closings.

Skills

Hand tools

Power equipment

Communication

Computer literacy

Independence

Teamwork

Time management

Flexibility

Education

High School diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Hand tools

Power equipment

Computer basics

Scheduling software

Job description

Colonial Williamsburg Foundation in Williamsburg, VA invites applications for a Preventive Conservation Technician. You will perform daily conservation tasks, routine cleaning of collections, and monitoring of environmental conditions to protect artifacts and facilities according to established standards.

Responsibilities include setting up sensors, recording data, maintaining inventories, assisting with exhibitions and storage solutions, and supporting conservation staff.