Production Shop Assistant

Museum of Fine Arts, Houston; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, is seeking an entry-level carpenter helper to support exhibition fabrication, installation and painting duties at the Visitors Center in Houston, TX. You will assist with casework, cabinetry, related fixtures and display components.

Responsibilities include supporting painters, installing panels and signs, handling materials, and maintaining tools and workspace. Must lift up to 75 lbs and work well in a team.

Qualifications

• Entry level carpentry and painting skills required.
• Ability to walk, stand, crouch for long periods and lift up to 75 lbs.
• Must have a valid driver's license and good driving record.

Responsibilities

• Assist carpenters with fabricating, delivering and installing exhibition casework.
• Build blocks, risers, and perform upholstery to display artwork.
• Assist painters with prep and painting of spaces: touch-up, prime and paint walls, ceiling, panels, trim, doors.
• Assist in loading and storing materials and display casework.
• Install didactic panels, banners and signs inside museum spaces.
• Help with shop clean‑up and keep tools lubricated and organized.
• Perform preventative maintenance on tools and equipment daily.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

entry level carpentry

painting skills

ability to work independently

teamwork

detail oriented

valid driver's license

Education

1 year cabinetry/laminates/installations experience

wall framing and drywall experience a plus

Tools

drill

hand saw

measuring tape

Job description

The Museum Visitors Center
5600 Fannin St
Houston, TX 77004, USA

Description

Responsibilities:

• Assists carpenters with fabricating, delivering and installing of custom exhibition casework, museum cabinetry and fixtures
• Builds blocks, risers, and performs upholstery to display artwork
• Assists painters in preparation and painting museum spaces: touch-up, prime and paint walls, ceiling, panels, trim, doors, etc.
• Assists in loading and storing of materials and display casework
• Installs didactic panels, banners and other graphic signs inside the Museum spaces
• Helps with shop clean-up and keeps all the tools lubricated and organized
• Perform preventative maintenance on tools and equipment by conducting inspections, lubricating, and cleaning on a daily basis
• Performs other duties as assigned

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:

• Must have entry level carpenry and painting skills
• Operating various hand tools, merasuring tape and basic equipment used to complete carpentry duties, including drill, hand saw, and other tools used for measuring, cutting, fastening, and drilling
• Ability to walk, stand, crouch for long periods of time and carry out strenuous physical task
• Must be able to work at heights and to lift up to 75 lbs
• Must be detail oriented and have good organizational skills
• Must have valid drivers license and good driving record
• Ability to work both independently with little supervision, and as part of a team
• Capable of operating required equipment and tools in a safe and responsible manner
• Prefer candidate who has own transportation and is willing to use it for occasional errands (the museum reimburses for mileage)

Education and Experience:

• 1 year experience with cabinetry, laminates and installations, trim out
• Previous experience with painting
• Wall framing and drywall experience a plus

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