Job Title
Exhibit Carpenter/ Fabricator
Company
Betty Brinn Children’s Museum
Job Description
Position Summary:
The Betty Brinn Children’s Museum (BBCM) seeks an Exhibit Fabricator to support the development of the Museum’s traveling exhibits program, exhibits for-sale projects, on- floor exhibits and physical facility. This position will be primarily responsible for the carpentry aspects of exhibit fabrication in addition to the execution of assigned exhibit and facility repairs, upgrades, enhancements and installations.
Responsibilities
- Fabricate exhibit and manage facility repairs, upgrades and enhancements under the direction of the VP of Exhibits
- Work with the VP of Exhibits on assigned fabrication projects to support the exhibits for sale and rent programs
- Lead the carpentry aspect of the fabrication process
- Assist with installations of all exhibits including traveling with the touring exhibits to assist in the installation and repair at host venues
- Assist with exhibit development and design
- Work with the museum floor team to conduct preventive and routine maintenance and repairs on all exhibits
- Perform all other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
- 3-5 years experience in fabrication using wood, plastic and metal, or related work
- Experience working with CAM and CAD preferred but not required
- Experience of operating a CNC router table preferred but not required
- Experience in a museum or nonprofit is preferred but not required
- Art/design coursework preferred with knowledge of basic drafting skills: ability to develop shop drawings
Skills and Abilities:
- Working knowledge of materials and methods used in exhibit fabrication, and exhibit/facility maintenance and repair
- Basic knowledge of mechanical work and strong carpentry skills
- Basic knowledge of electrical and construction methods
- Knowledge of constructing carts and/or crates that ensure the safe transportation of exhibitions
- Knowledge of finishing applications through hand or mechanical application of various finishes to include; paint, stain, dyes and clear coat
- Creative problem solving skills with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment with multiple deadlines
- Ability to lift 75+lbs and stand for an extended period of time
- Ability to safely and properly operate hand tools and power tools, including the table saw
- Ability to interpret blueprints and design layouts
- Maintain high safety standards in exhibit shops
- Weekends and evenings may occasionally be required for special events and project with possibility of travel for exhibit installs 0%-10%
Benefits:
BBCM offers a generous benefits package, including but not limited to the following:
- Three weeks of PTO.
- Separate sick time.
- Medical Insurance (BBCM pays 80% of cost).
- Vision and Dental insurance eligibility.
- HSA with employer contributions.
- Employer-paid plans for Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance & Long-Term Disability.
- 401k with the Museum contributing 5%.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $45,000.00 – $55,000.00 per year
Shift:
- 8 hour shift
Weekly day range:
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
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Expected Salary
$45000 – 55000 per year
Location
Milwaukee, WI
Job Posting Date
Thu, 10 Aug 2023 04:15:42 GMT