Junior Exhibit Technician

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Junior Exhibit Technician supports Exhibit Operations by assisting in exhibition upkeep through repairs, maintenance, and daily operations.

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Repairs:

— Resolve short-term fixes, such as something that can be fixed with power cycling or changing a fuse.

— Resolve medium-term fixes, which might require sourcing and replacing new parts, painting, refinishing exhibit surfaces, or changing variables in a software program to affect its play. Will require learning new skills and designing solutions in consultation with other exhibits staff.

— Support daily operations through routines including turning exhibits on/off, conducting exhibition checks to confirm exhibits are working or being repaired, producing materials when needed (bubble solution, daily wet slides, etc.).

Maintenance:

Learning new technical and diagnostic skills to support maintenance, through collaboration with other exhibits staff, will be part of the junior technician’s responsibilities.

— Learn and follow established exhibit maintenance routines

— Identify and assist in implementing solutions to repair exhibits with the exhibits team. Repairs may require following documented procedures or problem-solving with other staff to identify solutions.

— Respond to radio calls that identify exhibit issues on the museum floor.

— Record broken exhibits into an existing tracking system (Monday.com).

— Procure materials needed for repairs

— Record steps used to fix things and communicate with the Repair Coordinator on updates needed for exhibit manuals

— Maintain onsite tools, equipment, and parts and pieces to repair exhibits in a timely manner.

Other:

— Other related duties and responsibilities, as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

— Bachelor's Degree / in pursuit of a Bachelor's, or a minimum of 6 months of related experience

REQUIREMENTS

— Basic knowledge of computers (hardware, operating systems, and networks)

— Proficient with Google Suite; specifically spreadsheets

— Strong communication skills to express ideas clearly in written, oral, and visual communications

— Patience, persistence, and curiosity with problem-solving AV, electronic, and electromechanical systems

— Must be available to work weekends

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

— Able to carry 15-25lbs

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

— Bilingual and multilingual candidates are strongly encouraged to apply to support NYSCI's diverse Queens community.

— Basic knowledge of CAD

HOW TO APPLY

Please upload your resume and cover letter through our online careers page.

Please note that while careful consideration will be given to each submission, the Museum will contact only those applicants whose knowledge, skills, and work experience best fit the requirements of the position.

Application Deadline: November 30, 2026

Interview Process

1. Virtual Interview

2. Onsite Interview

No phone calls or third-party recruiters, please.

The New York Hall of Science is an equal-opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive and innovative environment with the best employees. We provide employment opportunities without regard to age, race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, disability, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, military service, marital status, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law. We support a drug-free workplace.

If there are preparations we can make to help ensure you have a comfortable and positive interview experience, please let us know.

We recognize that it is highly unlikely that an applicant meets 100% of the qualifications for a given role. Therefore, if much of this job description describes you, then you are highly encouraged to apply for this role.