Production Shop Assistant

Responsibilities:

• Assists carpenters with fabricating delivering and installing of custom exhibition casework museum cabinetry and fixtures
• Builds blocks risers and performs upholstery to display artwork
• Assists painters in preparation and painting museum spaces: touch-up prime and paint walls ceiling panels trim doors etc.
• Assists in loading and storing of materials and display casework
• Installs didactic panels banners and other graphic signs inside the Museum spaces
• Helps with shop clean-up and keeps all the tools lubricated and organized
• Perform preventative maintenance on tools and equipment by conducting inspections lubricating and cleaning on a daily basis
• Performs other duties as assigned

Skills Knowledge and Abilities:

• Must have entry level carpenry and painting skills
• Operating various hand tools merasuring tape and basic equipment used to complete carpentry duties including drill hand saw and other tools used for measuring cutting fastening and drilling
• Ability to walk stand crouch for long periods of time and carry out strenuous physical task
• Must be able to work at heights and to lift up to 75 lbs
• Must be detail oriented and have good organizational skills
• Must have valid drivers license and good driving record
• Ability to work both independently with little supervision and as part of a team
• Capable of operating required equipment and tools in a safe and responsible manner
• Prefer candidate who has own transportation and is willing to use it for occasional errands (the museum reimburses for mileage)

Education and Experience:

• 1 year experience with cabinetry laminates and installations trim out
• Previous experience with painting
• Wall framing and drywall experience a plus

Required Experience:

Junior IC