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Museum Exhibit Technician

New Hanover County
$40,048.00 - $68,081.00 Annually
medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, parental leave, paid holidays, long term disability, 401(k), retirement plan
United States, North Carolina, Wilmington
230 Government Center Drive (Show on map)
Dec 02, 2025
Position Information The Cape Fear Museum is seeking a skilled and hands-on Museum Exhibit Technician to help bring our exhibitions to life. In this role, you'll support the installation and fabrication of permanent and temporary exhibits, perform preventative maintenance and repairs, and ensure our lighting, mechanical, and electronic interactives operate at their best. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working with tools, solving technical challenges, and contributing to high-quality, immersive museum environments that enhance visitor engagement. This is a great opportunity to contribute to high-quality, safe, and engaging museum environments. ESSENTIAL DUTIES INCLUDE: Conducts preventative and routine maintenance of exhibitions and exhibit lighting. Maintains exhibits by repairing components, adjusting lighting, and troubleshooting technical or structural issues. Assists in the fabrication of new exhibition elements using a variety of power tools and applying carpentry skills by creating immersive displays, interactive experiences and other exhibit components based on designs and plans. Assists in the setup and tear-down of temporary or travelling exhibits and displays. Participates in the finish and detail work in exhibit environments. Maintains exhibit maintenance records according to the manufacturer's warranty requirements. Maintains inventory of building materials, tools, equipment and exhibit consumables and orders supplies as needed. Assists with set-up and strike for special events, family programs and other related functions. Manages and assists in the upkeep of exhibition related landscaping on the museum's Curious Nature exhibition. Ensures exhibits are constructed and maintained to the highest standards of safety, preservation and visitor experience. Performs work with regular and predictable attendance consistently meeting the scheduling needs as required by the county. Performs work during emergency/disaster situations. Performs other duties of a similar nature or level. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, OR ABILITIES Knowledge of basic electrical, lighting and mechanical systems, audio-visual systems, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations; principles of drafting and design; exhibit preparation and execution; lighting principles and industry updates; security practices; construction and building maintenance principles; and museum practices, protocol, and ethics. Skilled in reading and working from technical drawings; advanced skills in woodworking, acrylic fabrication, electrical wiring, staining and painting; using hand and power tools; fabricating display materials; and communication, interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisor, the general public, etc. sufficient to exchange or convey information and to receive work direction. New Hanover County is dedicated to the recruitment and recognition of a talented and diverse workforce that is committed to public service. Our shared values of professionalism, innovation, equity, integrity, stewardship and accountability guide the way we conduct ourselves and deliver services to our customers. New Hanover County celebrates diversity in our employees' backgrounds, beliefs, identities, and abilities, while supporting growth opportunities for all. Our talented team has a passion for providing care and services that effect change on the everyday lives of the citizens they encounter. The differences that unite us are a reflection of the community we serve. If this sounds like an organization that models the values you uphold, we invite you to join our team at New Hanover County. * * * * Hours: Tuesday - Saturday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Must be available to report for emergency work assignment during emergency situations. Employment Type: Full Time, non exempt Salary Information: The hiring range for this position is $40,048.00 - $54,064.50 annually, plus a competitive benefits package. Salary will be determined based on qualifications, internal equity, budget, and market considerations. New Hanover County offers: Employer paid 401k contributions; Retirement plan through the NC Retirement system; Flex time and telework availability, depending on your position; Paid sick and personal leave + 13 paid holidays per year; Paid parental leave; Paid community services leave to give back to our community; Education leave to obtain a degree within your line of work; Medical, dental, and vision insurance + many other insurance options; Onsite, employer-paid health and wellness center; Professional development trainings & leadership initiatives; Opportunities to make a difference in your community; And so much more! Please check out our careers page at www.nhcgov.com/careers for more information on why New Hanover County is a great place to work. Qualifications Required Education and Experience: Associates degree in related field, and two (2) years of related exhibit maintenance experience; or an equivalent combination of training and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above. Licenses/Certifications Valid Driver's License and good driving record required at time of application. Valid North Carolina Driver's License required by first date of employment with good driving record. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Forklift driving certification within 90 days of employment. Other Information Applicant Information: After the closing date for this position, applications will be screened by Human Resources. Applicants referred to the department will receive an email requesting important information pertinent to the position applied for. All updates regarding an application can be *viewed through your applicant portal.* In compliance with G.S. 153A-94.2(b), if this position requires an applicant for employment to work with children in any capacity, the county must require the applicant to undergo a criminal history record check conducted by the SBI for all offers of employment made after October 1, 2025. These checks must be performed in accordance with G.S. 143B-1209.26, which authorizes the SBI to provide fingerprint-based state and national criminal record checks to cities and counties. Additional information on how to complete this required check will be provided to the selected candidate after an offer of employment is accepted. New Hanover County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.