Mechanic, Exhibition Lighting Jobs

The Museum of Modern Art is currently accepting applications for a Mechanic to join the Exhibition Lighting Shop in the Exhibition Design and Production Department. The role provides exhibition lighting for the entire Museum and assists with power and data installations for audiovisual and artwork. Work takes place in multiple areas within the building, and while working within tight schedules. A great deal of work will be done within the Museum’s galleries, spaces that contain invaluable works of art. This position is part of a team responsible for all exhibition lighting and electrical.

Requirements:

• Knowledge of running and terminating electrical cables, able to diagnose issues and follow building code.
• Demonstrated ability to problem-solve and follow best practices.
• Considerable knowledge of the hazards and safety precautions of the work.
• Complete understanding of and competence with lighting and electrical equipment.
• Ability to operate lifts while following safety procedures.
• Ability to stand for extended periods of time; exhibit manual dexterity to operate equipment; understand oral and written instructions; physical agility to lift materials and to bend, stoop and reach overhead, often lifting large and heavy objects.
• Knowledge of lighting systems and track fixtures along with experience with lighting artwork.
• Five to 10 years professional experience as a lighting technician.
• Fully vaccinated with a Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and/or the World Health Organization authorized vaccine (or approved for an exemption as a reasonable accommodation due to a qualified disability or sincerely held religious belief or other legal basis).
• Ability to follow construction drawings and equipment specifications.
• Ability to work with others to coordinate and complete work.
• Demonstrated ability to climb ladders and work in confined spaces above and below ground.

Reports to: Senior Production Manager and Exhibition Lighting Foreperson

Salary: The salary for this position is $43.92 per hour

Application instructions: To apply, please visit MoMA Jobs. Applicants should submit a resume and a statement of interest.

Equal Employment Opportunity Policy Statement: Equal Employment Opportunity has been, and will continue to be, a fundamental principle at the Museum, where employment is based upon personal capabilities and qualifications without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, marital and civil partnership/union status, alienage or citizenship status, creed, genetic predisposition or carrier status, unemployment status, familial status, domestic violence, sexual violence or stalking victim status, caregiver status, arrest or conviction record to the extent required by applicable law, credit history, or any other protected category as established by applicable law, including the New York City Human Rights Law (“NYCHRL”).

This is a unionized position at MoMA with covered employees represented by Local 30, International Union of Operating Engineers. New hires will be required to become members of the union, assuming they are not members already.