Part Time Exhibit Maintenance Technician

Title: Part Time Museum Exhibit Technician

State Role Title: Media Specialist II

Hiring Range: $20.00/Hour

Pay Band:

Agency: The Science Museum of Virginia

Location:Broad Street Station

Agency Website:https://smv/

Recruitment Type: General Public G

Job Duties

The Science Museum of Virginia is seeking a talented and enthusiastic Exhibit Maintenance Technician to support the activation maintenance and repair of our interactive exhibits and museum fixtures.

Our Exhibit Department is committed to providing the best experience possible for our guests and youll play a key part in achieving that goal. Working with the team youll help ensure that every exhibit is not only functional but also engaging educational and exciting for all who visit. This will include troubleshooting and repairing exhibits to ensure they are always in excellent working condition. You will also assist with the setup and breakdown of traveling exhibits ensuring everything transitions smoothly and seamlessly.

If youre ready to make an impact solve problems and be part of something truly special we want to hear from you! Apply today to help us create unforgettable experiences for our visitors!

Please note that this is a parttime position and will be scheduled for 29 hours a week on average with a maximum of 1500 hours in a 12month period. No state benefits are provided. Interested applicants must apply at

Minimum Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have basic knowledge of Windows Raspberry Pi and other computer systems with the ability to troubleshoot and manage startup and shutdown procedures for the technology that powers Museum exhibits. A solid understanding of repair methods is essential as well as proficiency in using power and hand tools. Familiarity with construction materials such as wood plastics metals and paint along with related fabrication techniques is required. A passion for learning about emerging technologies used in exhibits at the Science Museum is key. Candidate must be able to lift and carry supplies and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds or greater on a frequent basis prolonged walking or standing and frequent bending stooping kneeling and reaching on a daily basis. Must be available to work a rotating weekend schedule occasional evenings and holidays and every day during traveling exhibition setups and tear downs which may last up to three weeks.

Additional Considerations

Experience in a museum exhibits environment is a plus.

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or rsum is submitted successfully. Please refer to Your Application in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or rsum is submitted successfully. Please refer to Your Application in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

The Science Museum of Virginia will accept ONLY online applications for all Science Museum employment opportunities. To be considered for this position you must submit a Commonwealth of Virginia application or resume through the online Virginia Jobs (RMS) employment site no later than 11:55 p.m. on the closing date listed. If the position is an open until filled recruitment; the position will remain open for a minimum of 5 workdays or until the position is filled. Each application is reviewed for documentation that shows the applicant meets the minimum and additional qualifications stated in the job announcement. The decision to interview an applicant is based on the information provided on the application; therefore it is essential to provide detailed information. Submitting an application lacking in detail may impact your interview eligibility. The RMS website will provide a confirmation of receipt when the application is submitted for consideration. Please refer to your RMS account for the status of your application and this position. Multiple positions may be filled from this recruitment within 90 days of the closing date. Computers are available for applying for jobs in public libraries and the Virginia Employment Commission offices.

The Science Museum seeks motivated people of all backgrounds. We value diversity of cultures races and ethnicities gender expressions and abilities. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request.

As a V3 (Virginia Values Veterans) employer the Science Museum Welcomes Veterans to apply! We provide hiring preference to Veterans and Members of the Virginia National Guard in support of Executive Order 29 2010. If you are a Veteran or Virginia National Guard Member we urge you to respond accordingly on your state application or resume.

Selected candidate(s) must successfully pass a criminal history background check. A record of criminal history does not automatically bar an applicant from consideration. Employment verification will be conducted to include current/previous supervisory employment reference checks.

The Science Museum will record information from each new employees Form I9 (Employment Eligibility Verification) into the Federal EVerify system to confirm identity and work authorization.

Contact Information

Name: Human Resources

Phone: 804.372.3766

Email:

In support of the Commonwealths commitment to inclusion we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS) or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). ServiceConnected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation if applicable to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1 2022 February 29 2024 can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.