Preparator

2 weeks ago

Santa Ana, United States Bowers Museum Full time

Position Title: Preparator (Fabricator and Wood Finisher)
Department: Exhibit Design and Installation
Reports to: Vice President of Exhibit Design and Installation
FLSA Classification: Full-Time, Hourly

SUMMARY

Under the supervision of the Vice President of Exhibit Design and Installation and the Chief Preparator, this position assists with fabrication, mounting and general handling of permanent and special exhibits. At times, Preparator will be expected to safely handle and work around artifacts.

Preparator will also assist in the maintenance of museum’s fabrication shop and keep specified equipment in pristine and safe condition. Preparator must be an experienced carpenter. The preparator must be able to safely operate power tools and dust collection systems, as well as assist with installing modular walls, casework and lighting. Preparator must have an eye for detail and know how to complete professional finish work, be organized and able to produce high volumes of work with minimal supervision, move heavy objects, work on ladders and operate scizzor lifts. Days and hours may vary.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

  • Collaborates in the planning and installation of exhibits including fabricating temporary and permanent walls, display casing, pedestals shelving, lighting, signage, labels and other exhibition components
  • Lifts, carries and moves heavy objects such as crates, artwork, exhibition furniture and props
  • Performs moderately complex carpentry including leveling, joining, finishing and and painting
  • Assists with art and artifact handling including wrapping, crating, storing and shipping, as well as the construction of crates and storage fixtures
  • Drives Museum vehicle in support of exhibition and collection programs
  • Assist in the installation, maintenance and operation of gallery and showcase lighting
  • Understands and maintains awareness of any precarious situations around artifacts
  • Routinely inspects facility and galleries and corrects deficiencies; maintains appearance of galleries, including cleaning and dusting showcases, frames and pedestals
  • Operates appropriate hand power tools and performs carpentry work as instructed
  • Other duties as assigned
  • Conduct all responsibilities in a safe manner according to regulations (OSHA, IIPP, etc.)

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this position successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily and be competent in all aspects of the job summary. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made.

Education and/or Experience

High School Diploma; plus three to five years of experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Independent good judgment and decision-making are required in this position.

Other Skills, Abilities, and/or Training

  • License to operate a variety of vehicles and forklifts
  • Proven skills in the use of power tools, wood and metal shop machinery, and lifting apparatuses
  • Knowledge of best practices for art handling and movement, installation and art object packing and crating
  • Proven skills in woodworking, cabinetry, metalworking, plastics, painting/decorative finishes, and general construction
  • Experience fabric-wrapping panels and boxes
  • Ability to read floor plans and Autocad to communicate through sketches

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

  • Rarely required to remain seated in a normal position for long periods of time
  • Regularly required to stand for long periods of time
  • Regularly required to move about
  • Regularly required to climb stairs and/or ladders
  • Regularly required to maintain balance while walking, standing, crouching, or running
  • Regularly required to stoop, kneel, crouch, and/or crawl
  • Regularly required to reach up and out with hands and arms
  • Regularly required to talk and hear; verbally express information or instructions
  • Regularly required to use hands to grasp objects, type, pick up objects, move objects, or hold objects
  • Regularly required to lift up to 25 pounds and carry a distance of 10 feet
  • Regularly required to push and/or pull up to 25 pounds a distance of 10 feet

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those encountered while performing the essential functions of this job. The individual is regularly exposed to indoor conditions and moderate noise level; the individual is occasionally exposed to outdoor weather and temperature extremes.

Disclaimer
The above information on this job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employee assigned to this job.

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