Temporary Exhibits Fabricator & Installer

Missouri Historical Society

St. Louis (MO)

On-site

USD 34,000 - 37,000

Part time

6 days ago

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Job summary

The Missouri History Museum in St. Louis, MO is seeking Temporary Exhibits Preparators to assist full-time staff with exhibit turnarounds and fabrication for both the Missouri History Museum and Soldiers Memorial Military Museum.

This seasonal, part-time role involves woodworking, metalworking, acrylic fabrication, and careful handling of artifacts. You will help install and deinstall exhibits, fabricate display elements, and support packing and transport of materials.

Qualifications

A high school diploma or equivalent is required; Associate degree preferred.
Minimum 2 years of exhibit installation or carpentry experience, preferably in a nonprofit museum and/or equivalent public sector
Must be able to routinely handle objects of up to 50 pounds or more

Responsibilities

Assist with the installation and deinstallation of exhibits.
Assist with the fabrication of temporary walls, risers, platforms, rail structures, etc.
Woodworking, light metalworking, and acrylic fabrication tasks.
Assist with packing and transport of exhibit elements.
Maintenance needs of current exhibits such as repairs, touch-ups, and graphic installation.
Other duties as assigned