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