The Museum seeks a skilled Installation Technician to support exhibition installations, packing and storage solutions. This position requires strong art handling expertise and the ability to work collaboratively on installation projects while maintaining the highest standards of collections care.
Responsibilities
Install and deinstall artwork for gallery installations, exhibitions, storage, and special projects as assigned
Handle, pack, transport, and store art objects according to museum protocols and industry standards
Collaborate with conservators, curatorial, and exhibition design on installations, storage needs, and special projects as assigned, and if asked, attend planning meetings, and providing essential input on logistics, timing, and resources
Assist in the packing or mount shop as needed
Assist in crate inventory, including offsite retrieval, unpacking, truck loading/off-loading
Maintain tools, equipment, and workspace in good condition
Courier loans to other institutions, as assigned
TSA STA certification, including screening alternate training, required (background check required)
Requirements
Physical requirements:
Able to remain stationary for extended periods of time, to utilize computers and other office equipment required of this job, to perform physically administrative duties in a typical interior office environment, gallery, or exhibit space, and to access most public and staff areas of the museum campus
Role is to be performed onsite, Monday through Friday, 8 AM-4 PM, with some additional hours as necessary
Lift up to 50 pounds
Operate forklifts and elevated lifts with training and certification
Sit or stand for extended periods
Background check required after a conditional job offer is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job.