Project Crew Technician

The Project Crew is responsible for installing and dismantling temporary and permanent exhibits for the Griffin Museum of Science and Industry, a science museum in Chicago, IL. The position involves assembling and dismantling exhibits, operating equipment, and participating in teams to discuss exhibit-related topics.

Requirements

• Assembles and dismantles permanent and temporary exhibits
• Loads and unloads trucks
• Reads and interprets schematics used for exhibit setup and takedown
• Operates equipment such as forklifts, pallet jacks/stackers and manlifts
• Sets up and dismantles staging, risers, platforms, barricades, etc.
• Participates on teams to discuss exhibit/museum related topics
• Moves/relocate equipment, furniture, exhibit units, etc.
• Assists technicians and tradesmen when necessary
• Assembles and disassembles equipment, carts, etc.
• Operates hand tools
• Sets up rigging to move heavy objects
• Orders tools and equipment necessary to perform job
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Paid time off
• Health benefits
• Dental benefits
• Vision benefits
• Free admission to Griffin MSI for family and friends
• Free admission to other museums
• Free parking in Griffin MSI’s garage