Zoo Exhibit Design & Fabrication Specialist

State of North Carolina - Natural and Cultural Resources; North Carolina; Presencial; USD 34 000 - 45 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

The North Carolina Zoo in Asheboro seeks a Museum Technician III to help design, fabricate, maintain, and install world-class animal and educational exhibits and themed playgrounds.

You will translate abstract concepts into functional objects, prepare preliminary budgets and schedules, review construction drawings, and collaborate with staff, project architects, designers, and contractors to realize engaging spaces that meet animal welfare, safety, and guest education goals.

Qualificações

• Bachelor's degree in art, art history, design or related field
• Two years of experience in museum exhibit design; OR equivalent combination of education and experience.
• coursework in three-dimensional design is required.

Responsabilidades

• Design, fabricate, build and maintain Zoo educational exhibits and themed playgrounds.
• Translate abstract concepts into functional objects with development, schematic design, construction, documentation and installation.
• Prepare preliminary budgets, schedules and plans for review with staff, architects/designers and outside contractors.
• Research animal behavior and consult with curators to meet physical and psychological needs of the collection.
• Coordinate with project teams and vendors to ensure safety and compliance.

Conhecimentos

3D fabrication experience

Fabrication materials knowledge

Power tools proficiency

Reading construction drawings

Three-dimensional design understanding

Formação académica

Bachelor's degree in art, art history, design or related field

Two years museum exhibit design experience

Ferramentas

PowerPoint

Word

Excel

Welding tools

Descrição da oferta de emprego

The North Carolina Zoo in Asheboro seeks a Museum Technician III to help design, fabricate, maintain, and install world-class animal and educational exhibits and themed playgrounds.

You will translate abstract concepts into functional objects, prepare preliminary budgets and schedules, review construction drawings, and collaborate with staff, project architects, designers, and contractors to realize engaging spaces that meet animal welfare, safety, and guest education goals.