Auto req ID: 3264BR
Title: Exhibit Technician
Job Function: Museum
State and City: Wisconsin, Milwaukee
Company: Harley-Davidson Motor Company
Full or Part-Time: Full-Time
Shift: Shift 1
Job Summary:
The Exhibit Technician cleans and maintains museum galleries, prepares objects for display, troubleshoots and repairs exhibit installations, interactives, and lighting, and participates in
the development and installation of new exhibitions and exhibit elements.
This position works with one full-time Exhibit Technician and a staff of conservators, curators and archivists to fulfill
all exhibit- and collections-related activities in a fast-paced, dynamic, and highly collaborative work environment, reporting to the Manager of Curatorial and Exhibits.
Duties and Responsibilities
Regular inspection, cleaning, and maintenance of museum galleries, departmental facilities and equipment; exhibit
cleaning and maintenance performed according to an established schedule of tasks performed daily, weekly, and monthly prior to museum opening.
Adjustment and repair of exhibit installations as required, including artifact mounting, casework, graphics/text panels, exhibit and gallery
lighting, multimedia displays, and mechanical and computer-based interactives.
Artifact handling related to installation and de-installation, including: receiving, packing and unpacking, handling, displaying, and shipping collection objects at the direction of the Manager Curatorial and Exhibits.
Coordinate productive relationships with suppliers and contractors.
Procure and maintain tools, materials and supplies required to perform assigned duties. Maintain inventory of fabrication and installation supplies, exhibition furniture and equipment; identify, locate, and purchase special installation
supplies as needed. Responsible for knowledge of and adherence to safe workplace practices and procedures in all operations
Work with Curatorial/Exhibits team to develop exhibit solutions, including casework preparation and construction, exhibit label, graphics, and vinyl installation
and maintenance.
Preparation of objects for display, including designing and fabricating object mounts as well as matting and framing 2-dimensional works.
Creation and mounting of exhibit graphics.
Event, tour, and programming support.
Member, Emergency Response Team
Education Required:
High School Diploma or GED Required.
Experience Required:
Minimum 3 years’ experience in some combination of artifact or fine art handling and mounting, fabrication/light construction, exhibit installation and maintenance, and graphic production in a museum or gallery setting.
Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to perform concurrent multiple tasks in a busy environment.
Strong time management and organizational skills.
Ability to work independently and assume direct responsibility for complex tasks.
Strong attention to accuracy and detail.
Knowledge of proper artifact handling, installation, packing and crating methods, maintenance, rigging and care of 2-D and 3-D artifacts.
Proficiency with tools and equipment associated with basic carpentry, woodworking techniques, electrical work, light construction, and audio-visual and computer displays.
General knowledge of museum lighting techniques.
General knowledge of current conservation practices and archival materials.
General computer skills; familiarity with database, design, and/or Photoshop software a plus Flexibility in work scheduling; weekend availability and ability to vary workload during periods of high activity.
Must be able to lift 70 lbs, work on a ladder and operate power equipment.
Supplemental Information:
Self Development
* Employees at all levels are expected to keep abreast of new and changing technology and methods that enhance their skill set. This can be accomplished through continuing learning at outside
classes, seminars, reading and other related training opportunities.
Continuous Improvement
* Employees are expected to find ways to continuously improve processes and responsibilities in their job.
Communication
* Employee will interact with variety of stake holders via various communication mediums (written and/or verbal).
Exhibit Administration
* structures modifications.
- May maintain inventory of exhibition materials and equipment and order supplies as needed for construction of exhibit fixtures.
- Inventory and manage lighting supplies and technical needs for exhibition.
- Adhere to exhibit operations policy and procedures and weekly schedule for all maintenance while supporting additional operational needs to internal
stakeholders including Facilities, Visitor Services, other.
- Schedule and pace work demand.
- Understands and complies with design/fabrication consultants design/style guidelines as well as operational instructions for all exhibits.
Exhibit Fabrication Coordination
* - Interfaces with Archives staff on artifact sourcing, conservation, preservation and preparation for exhibition.
- Coordinates concepts based on recommended design and content of Museum exhibits, interpretive panels and publications.
- Works to review all plans and discuss structural feasibility and/or alternate methods of displaying objects in exhibit.
- Works with fixtures, apparatus, audiovisual components, or control equipments, according to design specifications as directed.
- Will be responsible for placement of display accessories and collection objects or specimens in conjunction with Archives staff including restorers, registrars, etc.
- Co-facilitate implementation of temporary exhibits.
Exhibit Servicing
* In coordination with Archives staff, will be responsible for general servicing, repair and cleaning of exhibit elements including case interiors, vehicles, parts and accessories and artifacts that are in the open or encased.
- Mounts fittings and fixtures, such as shelves, panel boards, and shadowboxes to framework, using hand tools or adhesives.
- Ensures all exhibition lighting is in working order to include the repair, replacement, and direction of lighting tracks
and fixtures.
- Replacement of any labels or creation of any additional signage that might be required.
Direct Reports: No
Travel: Required 0-10%
Title: Exhibit Technician
Job Function: Museum
State and City: Wisconsin, Milwaukee
Company: Harley-Davidson Motor Company
Full or Part-Time: Full-Time
Shift: Shift 1
Job Summary:
The Exhibit Technician cleans and maintains museum galleries, prepares objects for display, troubleshoots and repairs exhibit installations, interactives, and lighting, and participates in
the development and installation of new exhibitions and exhibit elements.
This position works with one full-time Exhibit Technician and a staff of conservators, curators and archivists to fulfill
all exhibit- and collections-related activities in a fast-paced, dynamic, and highly collaborative work environment, reporting to the Manager of Curatorial and Exhibits.
Duties and Responsibilities
Regular inspection, cleaning, and maintenance of museum galleries, departmental facilities and equipment; exhibit
cleaning and maintenance performed according to an established schedule of tasks performed daily, weekly, and monthly prior to museum opening.
Adjustment and repair of exhibit installations as required, including artifact mounting, casework, graphics/text panels, exhibit and gallery
lighting, multimedia displays, and mechanical and computer-based interactives.
Artifact handling related to installation and de-installation, including: receiving, packing and unpacking, handling, displaying, and shipping collection objects at the direction of the Manager Curatorial and Exhibits.
Coordinate productive relationships with suppliers and contractors.
Procure and maintain tools, materials and supplies required to perform assigned duties. Maintain inventory of fabrication and installation supplies, exhibition furniture and equipment; identify, locate, and purchase special installation
supplies as needed. Responsible for knowledge of and adherence to safe workplace practices and procedures in all operations
Work with Curatorial/Exhibits team to develop exhibit solutions, including casework preparation and construction, exhibit label, graphics, and vinyl installation
and maintenance.
Preparation of objects for display, including designing and fabricating object mounts as well as matting and framing 2-dimensional works.
Creation and mounting of exhibit graphics.
Event, tour, and programming support.
Member, Emergency Response Team
Education Required:
High School Diploma or GED Required.
Experience Required:
Minimum 3 years’ experience in some combination of artifact or fine art handling and mounting, fabrication/light construction, exhibit installation and maintenance, and graphic production in a museum or gallery setting.
Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to perform concurrent multiple tasks in a busy environment.
Strong time management and organizational skills.
Ability to work independently and assume direct responsibility for complex tasks.
Strong attention to accuracy and detail.
Knowledge of proper artifact handling, installation, packing and crating methods, maintenance, rigging and care of 2-D and 3-D artifacts.
Proficiency with tools and equipment associated with basic carpentry, woodworking techniques, electrical work, light construction, and audio-visual and computer displays.
General knowledge of museum lighting techniques.
General knowledge of current conservation practices and archival materials.
General computer skills; familiarity with database, design, and/or Photoshop software a plus Flexibility in work scheduling; weekend availability and ability to vary workload during periods of high activity.
Must be able to lift 70 lbs, work on a ladder and operate power equipment.
Supplemental Information:
Self Development
* Employees at all levels are expected to keep abreast of new and changing technology and methods that enhance their skill set. This can be accomplished through continuing learning at outside
classes, seminars, reading and other related training opportunities.
Continuous Improvement
* Employees are expected to find ways to continuously improve processes and responsibilities in their job.
Communication
* Employee will interact with variety of stake holders via various communication mediums (written and/or verbal).
Exhibit Administration
* structures modifications.
- May maintain inventory of exhibition materials and equipment and order supplies as needed for construction of exhibit fixtures.
- Inventory and manage lighting supplies and technical needs for exhibition.
- Adhere to exhibit operations policy and procedures and weekly schedule for all maintenance while supporting additional operational needs to internal
stakeholders including Facilities, Visitor Services, other.
- Schedule and pace work demand.
- Understands and complies with design/fabrication consultants design/style guidelines as well as operational instructions for all exhibits.
Exhibit Fabrication Coordination
* - Interfaces with Archives staff on artifact sourcing, conservation, preservation and preparation for exhibition.
- Coordinates concepts based on recommended design and content of Museum exhibits, interpretive panels and publications.
- Works to review all plans and discuss structural feasibility and/or alternate methods of displaying objects in exhibit.
- Works with fixtures, apparatus, audiovisual components, or control equipments, according to design specifications as directed.
- Will be responsible for placement of display accessories and collection objects or specimens in conjunction with Archives staff including restorers, registrars, etc.
- Co-facilitate implementation of temporary exhibits.
Exhibit Servicing
* In coordination with Archives staff, will be responsible for general servicing, repair and cleaning of exhibit elements including case interiors, vehicles, parts and accessories and artifacts that are in the open or encased.
- Mounts fittings and fixtures, such as shelves, panel boards, and shadowboxes to framework, using hand tools or adhesives.
- Ensures all exhibition lighting is in working order to include the repair, replacement, and direction of lighting tracks
and fixtures.
- Replacement of any labels or creation of any additional signage that might be required.
Direct Reports: No
Travel: Required 0-10%