Logbook Scanning Technician
Job Location:
Mystic, CT - USA
Hourly Salary:
USD 19 - 19
Posted:
29 September 2026 (2 days ago)
Application Deadline:
27 December 2026
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Please note that this is a grant funded position and will be scheduled for 17 hours a week for approximately one year.
- Evaluate documents for scan readiness and flag any that require repair or protective enclosure
- Safely handle potentially fragile materials in accordance with established preservation standards
- Operate an overhead book scanner to digitize manuscript logbooks safely and accurately
- Ensure consistent image quality and perform basic post-processing tasks (cropping rotation file naming file moving)
- Transcribe scanned logbooks using machine-assisted tools
- Upload completed files to a digital access repository
- Track daily scanning progress and update project logs and metadata as needed
- Perform basic maintenance on scanning equipment and report issues promptly
Requirements
- Scanning experience preferred
- Familiarity with archival handling and digitization best practices a plus
- Proficiency with file management spreadsheet and image software (e.g. Adobe Photoshop IrfanView Adobe Acrobat Microsoft Excel)
- Strong attention to detail ability to work independently and meet productivity targets
- Ability to handle repetitive tasks
Required Experience:
IC
About Company
Mystic Seaport Museum is located in Mystic, CT and is the nation's leading maritime museum. Learn more now about our exciting activities!