MUSEUM TECHNICIAN 2

Alabama Space Science Exhibit Commission; Huntsville (AL); Vor Ort; USD 42.000 - 60.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Health insurance (BCBS Alabama)

Vacation & holidays

Sick leave

State retirement

Zusammenfassung

U.S. Space & Rocket Center is seeking an Exhibit Technician to inspect, repair, and update simulators and interactive exhibits in a safe, efficient manner.

The role requires 12–24 months of relevant experience and a technical background with electronics and electro-mechanical systems. You will work with tools like 3D printing and CNC equipment to support installations and maintenance.

Qualifikationen

• Requires high school diploma or GED plus a 2-year technical degree or work experience equivalent.
• 12–24 months experience as Tech 1 in designing, maintaining, and repairing electronic and electro-mechanical devices.
• Ability to use tools, equipment, and materials of the profession safely and effectively.

Aufgaben

• Systematically inspect and repair USSRC simulators to maintain safe and efficient operation.
• Develop, modify, and update technological interactives and mechanical systems.
• Meet or exceed expectations for installation, maintenance, and repair of simulators and exhibits.
• Complete exhibit technical service requests accurately and timely.
• Follow safety procedures and maintain professional work areas.

Kenntnisse

Electronics

Electro-mechanical

Networking basics

Ladder Logic PLCs

Arduino programming

Raspberry Pi

Forklift operation

Ausbildung

High school diploma or GED

2-year technical degree

Tools

FDM 3D Printing

CNC Laser Cutting/Engraving

CNC Router Table

Motherboards & components

Jobbeschreibung

Full-time, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama insurance for medical, prescription, dental, and vision. Vacation, holidays, and sick leave. State Retirement.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Essential Functions

• Systematically inspect, and repair USSRC simulators to maintain safe, efficient, and effective operation. Simulation equipment includes but is not limited to:
• Electronics
• Electro-mechanical
• Computer Peripherals
• Computer Hardware & Software
• Develop, modify, and update technological interactives and mechanical systems while ensuring effective and efficient operation, safety, and that modifications meet the needs of the USSRC. Tools and software includes but is not limited to:
• FDM 3D Printing
• CNC Laser Cutting/Engraving
• CNC Router Table
• Ensure the accurate and timely completion of exhibit technical service requests.
• Meet or exceed the expectations of the Museum Technician Manager for the installation, maintenance, and repair of simulators and exhibits.
• Meet or exceed the expectations of the Museum Technician Manager for the accurate and timely completion of related tasks and assignments.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Level of Supervision: None

Travel Required: Some

QUALIFICATIONS

Required Education

• High school or GED and completion of 2-year technical degree (work experience will also be considered and applied to education requirements).

Preferred Experience

• Work Experience: 12 – 24 months experience as a Tech 1 in designing, maintaining, and repairing electronic and Electro-mechanical devices or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Must have the ability to use the tools, equipment, and materials of the profession effectively and safely.
• Basic knowledge of computer hardware (i.e. motherboards, hard drives, memory, etc.) and how to install, troubleshoot, repair, replace basic computer components.
• Knowledge of basic networking, programming specific to Ladder Logic for PLCs, Arduino programming, and Raspberry Pi is a plus.
• Driving skills to operate company vehicles such as manlifts, forklifts, & telehandlers is a plus.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Physical Requirements

• Walking, climbing to access simulators, maintenance shop and other buildings.
• Pushing, carrying, and lifting equipment up to 100lbs waist high (ex: Moonshot test weights are 100lbs each).
• Bending, kneeling, crawling under, contorting, and reaching to repair various equipment pertaining to the Museum simulations/exhibits scope
• Sight, reading, wrist movements, tactile feeling to inspect and repair simulators/exhibits
• Talking, hearing to communicate with employees, contractors regarding exhibits
• Comfortable working in heights (up to 380’)

Eligibility Qualifications

• Must be authorized to work in the United States.

General Requirements

• Willingness to be open to learning and growing in an ever-changing and dynamic environment
• Interpersonal skills to work as an integral part of a team
• Must possess a valid driver’s license & appropriate references
• Maturity of judgment and behavior
• Accepts full responsibility of their actions and how these may affect others
• Adherence and participation in the Center’s Safety Program

Professional Standards

• Understands and follows all policies & procedures
• Maintains high standards for work areas and appearance, presents self in a highly professional manner to others and understands that honesty & ethics are important
• Ensures that excellent customer service is maintained with each customer
• Maintains a positive attitude toward the position & the company and realizes that promptness and being at work is a part of sustaining a professional relationship with the company

Teamwork Standards

• Takes an interest and initiative in the development of the department’s team
• Maintains pleasant and professional relationships with co-workers & assists as needed
• Remains positive about the team and facilitates an optimistic approach to resolution of issues
• Maintains productive, effective, and professional relationships with all departments

The above duties reflect the general responsibilities necessary to describe the principal work functions of the job and shall not be considered as a detailed description of all work requirements that may be in the position.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• This position will be subject to dusty, noisy environments and to the hazards related to the profession
• This position deals extensively with employees and contractors who interact with assigned areas of responsibility
• This position may require occasional travel

Expected Hours of Work

• Four 10-hour shifts per week

DISCLAIMERS

The U.S. Space & Rocket Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Duties and Responsibilities May Change with or Without Notice

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time, with or without notice.

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