Production Shop Assistant

Museum of Fine Arts Houston; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 19,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

The Museum of Fine Arts Houston is seeking an entry-level carpenter/painter helper to assist with fabrication, installation and maintenance of exhibition casework and fixtures. You will support painting, assembly, and installation tasks throughout museum spaces.

Responsibilities include constructing display elements, upholstering where needed, installing signs and panels, and helping with general shop housekeeping. Possess basic tool skills and a valid driver's license; able to lift up to 75 lbs.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Assists in fabricating, delivering and installing exhibition casework and fixtures.
• Builds blocks and risers, and performs upholstery to display artwork.
• Assists in painting museum spaces: touch-up, prime and paint walls, panels, trim, doors.
• Loads and stores materials and display casework
• Installs didactic panels and banners inside museum spaces
• Keeps tools organized and performs daily maintenance on equipment
• Performs other duties as assigned

Skills

Carpentry basics

Painting basics

Tool handling

Tools

Measuring tape

Drill

Saw

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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