Project Crew Technician at Griffin Museum of Science and Industry

Chicago, Illinois, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

24 Jul, 26

Salary

18.0

Posted On

25 Apr, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Exhibit installation, Exhibit dismantling, Forklift operation, Manlift operation, Schematic interpretation, Rigging, Hand tools, Teamwork, Safety compliance, Work order management, Report writing, Heavy lifting

Industry

Museums;Historical Sites;and Zoos

Description

About Us: The Griffin Museum of Science and Industry is the largest and most interactive science museum in the Western Hemisphere. Griffin Museum of Science and Industry (Griffin MSI) exposes guests of all ages to awe-inspiring exhibitions that spark curiosity and bring science to life. Griffin MSI’s mission – to inspire the inventive genius in everyone – is realized through its world-class exhibitions and engaging guest experiences. The Griffin Museum of Science and Industry provides programs and experiences that deepen the engagement of students and teachers in science and science-related disciplines, with a vision to inspire and motivate our children to achieve their full potential in the fields of science, technology, engineering and math. We offer a creative, collaborative, and innovative environment for our employees. Our employees get great perks such as: benefits starting day one of your employment, free admission to Griffin MSI for family and friends, free admission to other museums, free parking in Griffin MSI’s garage and more! If you are equally passionate about our vision and want to be surrounded by a team of dynamic, smart and innovative people, the Griffin Museum of Science and Industry is the right place for you! The Job: The Project Crew is responsible for installing and dismantling temporary and permanent exhibits. This is a 40-hour/week, union-represented position (IBEW, AFL-CIO, Local #134) with regular hours Monday-Friday, 7:00am-3:30pm and occasional overtime. Responsibilities Assembles and dismantles permanent and temporary exhibits. Loads and unloads trucks. Reads and interprets schematics used for exhibit setup and takedown. Operates equipment such as forklifts, pallet jacks/stackers and manlifts. Sets up and dismantles staging, risers, platforms, barricades, etc. Participates on teams to discuss exhibit/museum related topics. Moves/relocate equipment, furniture, exhibit units, etc. Assists technicians and tradesmen when necessary Assembles and disassembles equipment, carts, etc. Operates hand tools. Sets up rigging to move heavy objects. Orders tools and equipment necessary to perform job. Other duties as assigned. Qualifications Minimum of six months related experience. High school diploma or GED equivalent required. Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Must have minimal computer skills such as creating and responding to emails and web-based work order system. Must be able to write routine reports and correspondence, track time spent on projects and work orders. Proven ability to work in a team environment. Must be able to work at heights – up to 60’ from the floor and regularly lift up to 60 lbs. Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Skilled to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations. This role regularly requires standing and use hands to finger, handle, or feel as well as to reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear. Frequently required to move mechanical parts; high, precarious places and outside weather conditions. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; extreme cold; extreme heat; risk of electrical shock and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. The hourly rate for this position is $18.00. Benefit details can be viewed here: Full-time Benefits Position created on April 1st, 2026. Our Inclusion and Belonging Statement The Griffin Museum of Science and Industry is committed to advancing diversity, equity, accessibility and inclusion across our workforce, experiences, and day-to-day operations. As Griffin MSI employees, we are each responsible for making the Museum a welcoming place externally for guests and internally for our colleagues within the scope of our roles. Griffin MSI is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, which includes providing equal opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Responsibilities

The Project Crew Technician is responsible for the assembly and dismantling of temporary and permanent museum exhibits. They also perform logistical tasks such as loading trucks, operating heavy machinery, and moving equipment.