Exhibits Technician

Description:

The Exhibits Technician is responsible for:

• Inspecting Museum exhibits, gallery spaces and outdoor exhibit areas regularly, documenting and reporting necessary maintenance/repair/replacement as required.
• Keeping accurate exhibit maintenance records per WDM and/or loaning institution procedures.
• Using appropriate artifact handling procedures, performs artifact inventory and condition reporting as required. Follows policies and procedures established by the Curatorial Department.
• Recommending exhibit restorations to the Curatorial Committee; coordinates and undertakes exhibit improvements; documents work performed.
• Using mechanical drawings, schematics and product manuals where possible when repairing and maintaining exhibit components including audio visual systems.
• Coordinating the set-up and tear-down of temporary/travelling exhibits.
• Working with staff and volunteers to install, construct and maintain exhibits using the appropriate tools and materials. Participates in finish and detail work on exhibit environments as required.
• Undertaking audio-visual maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Assisting with the exhibit needs of special events and rental functions as required.