Museum Exhibit Technician (Part-Time)

Port Discovery Childrens Museum - one of the top childrens museums in the United States and a leading cultural institution in Baltimores Inner Harbor - is seeking a part-time Exhibit Technician who is passionate about hands-on learning environments and interactive exhibits.

At Port Discovery we create experiences that ignite imagination inspire learning and nurture growth through play. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys problem-solving working with their hands and contributing to meaningful guest experiences.

Position Summary:

The Exhibit Technician is responsible for maintaining repairing and improving the museums exhibits and facilities. This role ensures that all guest-facing exhibit systems and interactives remain safe functional and engaging.

This position reports directly to the Director of Exhibits & Facilities and is classified as an Essential Services role requiring on-site work during inclement weather.

Schedule:

This is part-time up to 29 hours per week. The schedule is flexible but Saturdays are required. Plus occasional availability for special events evenings staff meetings trainings and holidays are necessary.

Compensation:

The starting pay rate is $22.50 per hour.

Sampling of Responsibilities Include:

• Support the Museums mission by delivering high-quality engaging and accessible play experiences for all.
• Perform routine maintenance and quick repairs (e.g. replacing bulbs switches hardware restarting systems).
• Address medium-term repairs such as part replacement and system upgrades.
• Complete intermediate repairs such as sourcing parts painting refinishing surfaces or installing upgrades.
• Collaborate on long-term team projects for exhibits and building systems that require solutions or upgrades.
• Maintain regular records of routine maintenance and inspection in Asana (our interdepartmental project management software).
• Identify and address repair issues adhering to manuals or using flexible problem-solving for complex situations.
• Respond to maintenance needs on the museum floor via radio communication.
• Document maintenance tasks in Asana (familiarity beneficial but not mandatory).
• Collaborate with the team to design and fabricate upgrades addressing persistent maintenance or safety concerns.
• Work with the Director of Exhibits and Facilities and Facilities Manager to enhance exhibit and building maintenance.
• Maintain a safe organized workshop environment.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Education: Associate degree trade school certificate or BA or BS in fields like art engineering design fabrication or equivalent experience.
• 13 years of relevant hands-on professional experience.
• Proficiency in basic carpentry metalwork painting AV systems electronics and/or electro-mechanical repair required.
• Familiarity in adjusting basic existing software code and 3D printing.
• Familiarity with materials their applications and the tools required for repairs of exhibits or structures.
• Understanding of raw materials production processes and their application in repair projects.
• Ability to maintain and promptly repair exhibits using onsite tools and equipment.
• Must be 18 years of age and able to pass a criminal background check.

Bonus Qualifications:

• Experience troubleshooting outdated AV configurations (from the 1990s onwards).
• Experience with sculpting materials like foam resins and silicones is a bonus.

Benefits:

Port Discovery provides you with the opportunity to make a difference in the community and in the lives of children. Additional benefits include:

• Convenient location next to a subway stop or we offer free parking
• Free admission to the Museum for family
• Earned time off for sick leave
• Retirement savings with Museum match after 6 months

Physical Demands & Work Environment:

Must be able to meet physical demands of job to include frequent walking standing climbing stooping bending kneeling and lifting / moving objects up to 50 pounds. Use of hands to manipulate tools and materials and reach with hands and arms. Must not be afraid of heights some work is required in elevated spaces and on lifts. Use of machine tools with the need to protect against exposure to dust chemicals and solvents. Work is performed indoors and the noise level is usually moderate to high. Must be comfortable working amongst small groups of children and caregivers.

If this role sounds like a great fit wed love to hear from you. Submit your resume and join us in creating joyful meaningful learning experiences through play.

To learn more about Port Discovery Childrens Museum visit Port Discovery is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Port Discovery Childrens Museum conducts a criminal background check after a conditional job offer.

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