On-Call Special Events Technician

Exploratorium • Contract • Hybrid in San Francisco, California, United States • $27 / hour • 1d ago

Fast Facts

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.

Responsibilities: Key responsibilities include providing logistical support, mitigating building system issues, ensuring safety and security, and assisting with the museum's opening and closing procedures for events.

Skills: Candidates should have good communication skills, the ability to work under pressure, and ideally possess Aerial platform/Lift certification.

Qualifications: One year of related special events experience and knowledge of the Exploratorium’s building systems and organizational structure preferred.

Location: This position is based in San Francisco, CA.

Compensation: $27 - $27 / Hourly

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.