Exhibition Preparator I (Mountmaker)
Our Mission: Since the 1893 World Columbian Exposition, our organization has aimed to connect people to the natural environment and human history.
Under direct supervision and as part of a team, the Preparator Mountmaker will fabricate mounts and install and deinstall temporary and permanent exhibits—reports to the Shop Supervisor, Production Supervisor, or Production Manager as assigned.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Assist with fabrication, assembly, installation, dismantling and/or moving of exhibit properties
Fabricating safe and stable structural support mounts for a variety of artifacts and specimens. Fabrication materials include metal, acrylic, fabric, and foam
Artifact handling and transport within the museum
Cleaning and repairing existing exhibits and displays
Mounting and dismounting artifacts
Building prototypes, samples, and models
Photo documentation, mount notes
Qualifications:
A high school diploma or equivalent education is required; BA, formal training, or equivalent experience is desired
Experience with oxyacetylene soldering or basic metalworking preferred
Two years of work experience in a museum, industrial shop, or fine gallery is preferred.
Demonstrated ability to work successfully in a team setting
Must demonstrate manual dexterity
Proficiency in the use of shop tools, equipment, and carpentry techniques
Expertise in woodworking, welding, and metalworking
Must be able to stand for long periods of time; walking is also required
Ability to read and interpret drawings
This position requires the completion/passing of the pulmonary function exam and respirator test (post employment offer, prior to start date)
Important Note: In order to protect the health and safety of our employees, guests and their families, the Field Museum is requiring all employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Requests for exemptions from the vaccine will not be considered as given the nature of this position, we are unable to provide an accommodation for anyone who has not been vaccinated.
The Field Museum is an equal opportunity workplace and employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, Veteran status, or any other protected class. We strive to create a working environment that is free of all forms of discrimination and one that promotes human dignity and mutual respect among all staff. We believe every member of our organization enriches our diversity by exposing us to a broad range of ways to understand and engage with the world, to identify challenges, and to discover, design, and deliver solutions.
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