Maintainer (Carpentry)

Maintainer – Carpentry

GENERAL STATEMENT OF RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES:

The Maintainer in the Carpentry Shop will be responsible for installation and maintenance of all carpentry
projects in the Museum. These responsibility include performing carpentry within safety guidelines and
maintaining machinery, equipment and other materials assigned to the shop

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES:

• Fabrication and/or modification of millwork for special exhibition program (including cases, pedestals,
platforms, etc.).
• Assist other trade shops with maintenance of building infrastructure.
• Perform carpentry related tasks and special assignments.
• Maintaining equipment assigned to shop
• Maintaining machinery and equipment assigned to shop.
• Other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS & QUALIFICATIONS:

EXPERIENCE & SKILLS:

• Minimum 2 to 5 years of carpentry experience
• Knowledge of and experience with hand and power tools
• Problem-solving skills to successfully complete gallery installations and special exhibitions assignments

KNOWLEDGE & EDUCATION:

• High school diploma required or trade school diploma or GED
• Knowledge of wood joinery techniques, as well as framing and drywall

COMPENSATION RATE:

• Pay Rate: $25.14279/hour
• The advertised starting salary rate reflects the good faith minimum and maximum hourly rate for this role. Starting salary rates are set in accordance with established union rates provided by the economic agreement as established and negotiated by DC 37 and the City of New York, Office of Labor Relations. * Incumbent rates may vary depending on an individual employee’s seniority status, and/or based on terms as provided by the DC 37 Local 1503 and Museum collective bargaining agreement.

Location Requirements

At time of employment, employees are expected to be located within commuting distance of the Museum. “Commuting distance” means that they are located in one of following states: New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, or Pennsylvania (the “Tri-state and PA” areas), and be able to commute to and from the Museum in a single day.

Benefits Offerings

The Museum provides competitive compensation, and generous benefits and perks for all eligible employees.
Note: Benefits Offering may differ based on Employee Status.

• Medical, dental, vision and life insurance
• 403(b) basic retirement plan and optional matching retirement plan with an outstanding employer match
• Considerable paid time off, including annual leave, sick leave, and 13 Museum holidays
• Long-term disability coverage
• Flexible Spending Accounts & Health Savings Account (pre-tax income for eligible health care expenses)
• Commuter benefits (pre-tax income for parking or mass transit expenses)
• Free financial-planning services
• Financial assistance for relevant coursework, seminars, and training programs
• 25% discount for staff in Museum shops
• A subsidized staff cafeteria
• Access to the Museums Council pass, which grants free admission to various museums and cultural institutions

How to Apply

Click here to apply online
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