Museum Exhibits & Facilities Coordinator
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WOW! Children’s Museum is an equal-opportunity, non-profit 501(c)(3) organization that offers employees a creative and collaborative working environment. We engage all families in educational, hands-on experiences that connect curiosity, creativity and discovery and serve approximately 90,000 visitors annually. We are seeking a skilled Exhibits & Facilities Coordinator with a proven record of success to join our team in a supporting role as we refresh our 8,000 SF facility in Lafayette, CO. The ideal candidate will have basic technical skills such as, but not limited to: painting, carpentry, metalwork, plumbing, and electrical and excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
Hiring Process: To apply, reply to this Craigslist posting with cover letter AND resume. No phone calls, please.
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Job Status: Part-time
Grade/Level: Entry Level
Reports to: Director of Operations
Work Schedule: Average 20 hrs./week. Flexible schedule. Must be available to occasionally work outside of operating business hours.
Amount of Travel Required: None
Benefits Eligibility: Not Eligible
Positions Supervised: None
Salary: $15-20/hour DOE
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Exhibits & Facilities Coordinator supports the maintenance, installation, de-installation and some fabrication of exhibits. This position also provides basic facility maintenance, such as light landscaping, plumbing, changing light bulbs, etc.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Cleaning, maintenance, and repair of exhibits and exhibit components
Routine inspections, housekeeping, and maintenance duties to ensure exhibits are in proper order
Developing and following preventive maintenance procedures and schedules
Prompt response to repair calls
Maintaining workshop, equipment, and supplies, including ordering of materials
Directing volunteers who help with maintenance
Maintaining safety in the shop and on the museum floor
Assisting in the construction of new exhibit components and accessory materials
Assisting with the installation and de-installation of exhibits
Communicate with contractors or other professionals hired for projects.
Occasional facilities maintenance and projects, such as light landscaping, plumbing, changing lightbulbs, etc.
Mindfulness about the safety of children
Presentable, communicative, and patient while working around children during museum hours
POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:
Basic technical skills such as, but not limited to: painting, carpentry, metalwork, plumbing, electrical
Ability to take initiative and work independently as well as ability to collaborate and problem solve as part of a group
Proper use of hand tools, power tools, technical equipment, and cleaning products
Ability to independently learn new construction techniques
Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills. Judgment to creatively resolve unique tasks
Excellent follow through, work ethic, and attention to detail
Occasional need to wear protective equipment (respirator, goggles, gloves, etc.)
Have a valid driver’s license and a vehicle to obtain supplies from local stores
Comfortable using computers; proficient in Microsoft Office software, Internet search tools and email
Ability to maintain and develop clear and accurate written records
Strong organizational and time management skills. Can efficiently execute on multiple priorities/plans/ideas
Willingness and ability to seek-out, share and adopt ideas and best practices, and embrace change introduced by others
Ability to work with all Museum team members; willingness to negotiate and compromise
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
High School Diploma or equivalent preferred
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Regularly required to stand; climb; balance; stoop or kneel; and crouch
Regularly required to walk; use hands to finger, handle, grasp, or feel; and reach with hands and arms
Occasionally required to lift up to 50 lbs.
Regularly required to push and pull heavy items with the assistance of tools, cart, and/or coworkers
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and filing cabinets
Subject primarily to indoor conditions
Occasionally exposed to wet or dirty conditions
Subject to a loud and busy environment
Subject to tasks that are repetitive in nature
Vacancy expired!