Exhibits Technician - Lakeshore Museum Center

Posted on 8/16/26

Title: Part Time Exhibits Technician

Department: Exhibits and Collections

Pay Rate: $15.00 hourly

Status: Part-Time, Non-Exempt

Benefits: Prorated vacation, sick leave, and holidays

Reports to: Exhibits Manager and Designer

Hours and Schedule: Monday-Friday, 20 hours/week. Occasional weekends and evenings as needed.

About this Position: The Part Time Exhibits Technician maintains the look and function of existing exhibits and assists in the creation of new exhibits across all the museum’s sites. A successful candidate will possess a high attention to detail and contribute a positive mental attitude to the production team and the work.

Qualifications:

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Possess great attention to detail and is a self-starter.
• Ability to problem solve, complete tasks, perform routine repairs, and think creatively.
• Understand the use of power tools and basic fabrication materials.
• Ability to work independently and efficiently, plus be productive in a team environment.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks at once and know when to ask questions and accept guidance as needed.
• Must have basic computer skills. Knowledge of design software is a plus.
• Occasionally moves materials and equipment up to 50 lbs. and ascends, descends, and works on ladders.
• Clean driving record. Valid driver’s license is required.
• Experience working with museum exhibits, displays, or set design is preferred.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Perform exhibit inspections throughout each workday and perform routine maintenance according to priority.
• Monitor and document issues in the Exhibits Repair Log. Address concerns according to priority.
• Work with the Exhibits and Maintenance staff to fabricate, construct, and install new elements and exhibits.
• Fabricate durable and quality display mounts, exhibit structures, and elements from design sketches.
• Work on each project to meet deadlines on time, on budget and done well.
• Participate in regular cleaning of exhibit galleries.
• Assists in obtaining cost estimates for materials and projects.
• Mount and trim labels, signs, and other graphics.

General Responsibilities

• Produce a monthly report of activities to the Exhibits Manager.
• Keep work areas and equipment clean and organized.
• Attend team, department, and exhibits committee meetings.
• Work with volunteers and interns.
• Assist with museum projects, programs, special events and perform other duties as assigned.
• Continuously work with the exhibits team to efficiently use storage space as needs evolve and change.

To Apply: Please submit a cover letter, resume, and portfolio or examples of relevant work to Chani Collins at chani@lakeshoremuseum.org or 430 W. Clay Ave, Muskegon, MI 49440. https://lakeshoremuseum.org/work-with-us