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On-Call Special Events Technician

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Job Description - On-Call Special Events Technician


SUMMARY

The Exploratorium’s Museum Rentals Department generates earned income for the museum through the promotion, sales and management of the facility for special events.  The on-call Special Events Technician provides logistical and safety support during special events that take place outside of normal operating hours. This position requires working closely and responsibly with other museum staff and external event vendors to assure the success of the event. This position reports to the Director, Museum Rentals & Concessions.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

  • Provide logistical support for museum rentals, special events and programs, including providing access to electrical distribution; opening and closing museum for special events; helping with exhibit moves before special events and restoring museum floor to original condition for public opening
  • Mitigate problems with building systems such as, but not limited to: resetting breakers and replacing fuses; shutting off gas, water and sprinkler systems; and operating fire extinguishers and performing final lock-up after the event when necessary
  • Support safety and security functions by providing first aid coverage, operating fire protection and burglar alarm systems and evacuating building occupants in the event of an emergency
  • Other related duties as assigned

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

  • One year related special events experience
  • Ability to work well with others, take directions and use good judgment
  • Good verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to work under pressure
  • Availability and willingness to work weekends, evenings and early mornings
  • Knowledge of Exploratorium’s building systems and organizational structure preferred
  • Aerial platform / Lift certification is a plus

 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENT

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

 

  • Ability to climb ladders, move swiftly throughout museum, crawl into tight spaces and
    lift 75 lbs

 

APPLICATION DEADLINE

 

This position is open until filled

 

HOW TO APPLY

 

This is an on-call position that does not includes benefits. The starting rate for this role is $27.98. This rate is the step 1 of a 6 step union pay scale. Please, no phone calls in regards to this job. To apply, please visit the Exploratorium job page.

The Exploratorium is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and values diversity, inclusion and respect.  We welcome and strongly encourage applicants from all backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.

Exploratorium


Piers 15/17, San Francisco, CA 94111


Website: https://www.exploratorium.edu/about/jobs. No phone calls, please


The Exploratorium is committed to an inclusive workforce.

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