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The Exploratorium is seeking an On-Call Special Events Technician to provide logistical and safety support during special events, working closely with museum staff and external vendors. 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.
Job Responsibility:
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
Requirements:
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
Ability to climb ladders, move swiftly throughout museum, crawl into tight spaces and lift 75 lbs
Nice to have:
Knowledge of Exploratorium’s building systems and organizational structure