Exhibit Assistant

1 week ago

Halifax, Canada Discoverycentre Full time

**Exhibit Assistant**:
**Position Title**: Exhibit Assistant

**Department**:Exhibits & Facilities

**Supervisor**:Director, Exhibits and Facilities

**Position Category**:Full Time** **Contract** (Temporary - Sept to Nov 2025)

**Salary Range**: $19-21 per hour

**Working Hours**:Varied, weekdays and weekends

**Application Deadline**: August 22, 2025

**Position Summary**

**Summary of Responsibilities**

Exhibit Maintenance:

- Performs regular inspection and maintenance of all exhibits; keeps all exhibit-related equipment in good working order; makes repairs to exhibits and recommends major repairs by services outside the organization.
- Maintains orderly work and storage spaces.
- Researches, recommends equipment and supplies, as needed, for projects, according to Discovery Centre’s purchasing practices.

Exhibit fabrication and installation:

- As part of a team, constructs, installs and de-installs temporary and permanent exhibits. Tasks may include protecting floors and surfaces; patching and painting walls; ordering of related supplies and materials; packing and unpacking exhibit components; handling museum objects; adjusting lighting; installing cases, exhibit graphics, and labels; creating or modifying mounts and fixtures; and supporting multi-media components.
- Mounts exhibit labels, panels, and signs.
- Ensures that appropriate safety precautions are adhered to, and that exhibit fabrication and installation meet the Nova Scotia Health and Safety standards and applicable regulations.

Other Duties:

- Assists with special events setup/breakdown.
- Assists with building maintenance and repairs as required.
- Adheres to OHS policy and procedures and participates in training as required.
- May be required to perform other duties as assigned.

**Skills & Qualifications**
- Post-secondary education in a relevant technical field is considered an asset.
- Computer literate -hardware and software - ideally within both a Mac and PC environment
- Working knowledge of power and hand tools as they relate to basic carpentry techniques, simple mechanical systems, and basic electrical wiring.
- Basic understanding of audio-visual equipment, with an aptitude for learning new skills in maintaining specialized systems.
- Ability to read and understand measured technical drawings.
- Ability to perform work duties/responsibilities for extended periods of time; may include standing, walking, and lifting more than 50lbs.
- Detail oriented and a commitment to quality of work and finish.
- Ability to communicate effective both orally and in writing.
- Ability to interact courteously with visitors and staff.
- Experience with 3D printing/ Arduino/ basic coding skills considered an asset.
- Prior experience in museum/gallery or tradeshow exhibit fabrication a plus.

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