Exhibits Technician
Great Lakes Science Center
Date: 1 day ago
City: Cleveland, OH
Salary:
$41,000
-
$53,000
per year
Contract type: Full time
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Description
At Great Lakes Science Center, we make science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) come alive to for guests of all ages. We believe in the value of using real scientific challenges through opportunities to invent, design, tinker and create to encourage curiosity and experimentation. The Science Center remains committed to developing informal science education programs that inspire young minds, improve STEM literacy and cultivate the creative, critical thinkers who will shape the future of Northeast Ohio.
Great Lakes Science Center embraces and encourages the unique attributes, characteristics and perspectives that make each person unique. We consider diversity and inclusion essential for institutional excellence and fulfillment of our vision - a community where all people value STEM to inform decision making and enrich lives. We believe our strength lies in the collective sum of individual differences, life experiences, knowledge, ingenuity, self-expression, and unique capabilities. Our employees, volunteers, guests, and partners bring and invest these strengths in their daily experiences at the Great Lakes Science Center. We champion an unending commitment to diversity of participation, thought, and action. It is our aim, therefore, that our board, staff, and key stakeholders embrace these principles.
Summary
The Exhibit Technician provides technical and general support in the design, build and maintenance of Science Center exhibits. As such, this person is responsible for installation and de-installation of exhibits. The Exhibit Technician works with all team members, and may need to assist with rental AV needs as well as cross-train with other Exhibit Technicians.
This job operates in a professional office environment. Most of your work will be indoors. This job may require some work in cramped spaces or awkward positions while placing equipment. This job also requires the use of special tools and machines, as needed. Use of special tools and machines, specifically in the workshop, requires written approval as well as any necessary certifications for safety/operation.
Requirements
Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; bend and kneel; use hands to handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. This position requires the ability to lift any items needed for special events, up to 40 pounds; and be able to push or pull minimum of 175 pounds.
Education And Work Experience Qualifications
Rate: $41,000-$53,000/year
Benefits
Great Lakes Science Center is proud to provide staff members with a benefits program that offers choices designed to meet their individual needs and lifestyles. Eligible staff members can participate in the following benefits programs:
It is the policy of GLSC to provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) free from illegal discrimination, harassment and retaliation to all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religious affiliation, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, immigration status, age, source of income, familial status, marital status, veteran or military status, genetic information, disability or any other basis protected by applicable law. GLSC complies with applicable state, federal and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment.
Description
At Great Lakes Science Center, we make science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) come alive to for guests of all ages. We believe in the value of using real scientific challenges through opportunities to invent, design, tinker and create to encourage curiosity and experimentation. The Science Center remains committed to developing informal science education programs that inspire young minds, improve STEM literacy and cultivate the creative, critical thinkers who will shape the future of Northeast Ohio.
Great Lakes Science Center embraces and encourages the unique attributes, characteristics and perspectives that make each person unique. We consider diversity and inclusion essential for institutional excellence and fulfillment of our vision - a community where all people value STEM to inform decision making and enrich lives. We believe our strength lies in the collective sum of individual differences, life experiences, knowledge, ingenuity, self-expression, and unique capabilities. Our employees, volunteers, guests, and partners bring and invest these strengths in their daily experiences at the Great Lakes Science Center. We champion an unending commitment to diversity of participation, thought, and action. It is our aim, therefore, that our board, staff, and key stakeholders embrace these principles.
Summary
The Exhibit Technician provides technical and general support in the design, build and maintenance of Science Center exhibits. As such, this person is responsible for installation and de-installation of exhibits. The Exhibit Technician works with all team members, and may need to assist with rental AV needs as well as cross-train with other Exhibit Technicians.
- Troubleshoot and remedy exhibit mechanical and electrical problems
- Troubleshoot and remedy exhibit general computer problems
- Assist in the installation of overhead and specialty exhibit lighting
- Perform daily and preventive maintenance of exhibit electronics
- Establish preventive maintenance schedule
- Daily start-up and shutdown of individual exhibits and exhibit areas
- Assist in the installation and de-installation of temporary special exhibitions
- Assist in the installation of new permanent exhibitions
- Assist in the general cleaning and upkeep of permanent exhibits
- Assist with the research for special and permanent exhibitions
- Order parts
- Prepare condition reports as needed
- Assist in woodworking, milling, painting, and finishing existing/new exhibit elements in the workshop (upon written approvals)
- Occasional errands, including pick up of supplies and delivery tasks
- Keep an orderly and safe work area
- Assist in the organization of parts supplies and tools
- Assist in other areas of the exhibits program as assigned by the VP of Exhibits, or President of the Science Center.
This job operates in a professional office environment. Most of your work will be indoors. This job may require some work in cramped spaces or awkward positions while placing equipment. This job also requires the use of special tools and machines, as needed. Use of special tools and machines, specifically in the workshop, requires written approval as well as any necessary certifications for safety/operation.
Requirements
Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; bend and kneel; use hands to handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. This position requires the ability to lift any items needed for special events, up to 40 pounds; and be able to push or pull minimum of 175 pounds.
Education And Work Experience Qualifications
- Associates or Bachelor’s Degree preferred, or equivalent relevant work experience
- Fork Lift and Scissors Lift certification preferred
- Training and experience working with Bench Tools
- Innovative thinking and team problem solving skills.
- Working knowledge of computers.
- Excellent communication and organizational skills.
- Efficient time management and ability to work under deadlines.
- Attention to detail
Rate: $41,000-$53,000/year
Benefits
Great Lakes Science Center is proud to provide staff members with a benefits program that offers choices designed to meet their individual needs and lifestyles. Eligible staff members can participate in the following benefits programs:
- Free Parking
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Employee Assistant Program (EAP)
- Paid Time Off (PTO) & Paid Holidays
- 403b Retirement Savings Plan
- ASTC Membership
- Northeastern Ohio Intermuseum Council (NEOIMC) Membership
- And more!
It is the policy of GLSC to provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) free from illegal discrimination, harassment and retaliation to all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religious affiliation, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, immigration status, age, source of income, familial status, marital status, veteran or military status, genetic information, disability or any other basis protected by applicable law. GLSC complies with applicable state, federal and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment.
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