Lead Exhibit Fabricator

Salary: $50,000-$65,000

Summary:

Working with exhibit designer(s) & developer(s), plans, directs and fabricates new exhibits, assists with the installation and de-installation of temporary and permanent science center exhibitions and exhibits; is responsible for the orderly and safe storage of exhibits and their components; and maintains the Exhibits shop area and tools.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

· Build/fabricate exhibits

· Leads the production of exhibit cabinetry & casework

· Assist with the production and installation of exhibition graphics

· Supervise and coordinate the preparation of objects and exhibits for on-site and off-site storage

· Order materials, parts, supplies, and tools to execute exhibit production

· Follow purchase procedures as defined by the science center

· Assist with annual budget planning

· Train staff and volunteers on safe effective use of shop tools

· Participate in the creation of departmental procedures

· Maintain a clean, well-organized, functional workshop for department use

· Maintain shop equipment to ensure high efficiency and safety

· Maintain, supply, and inventory the areas related to the exhibition production shop

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Supervises use of shop and shop tools by other staff