Exploratorium · 1 day ago
On-Call Special Events Technician
The Exploratorium is a museum that generates earned income through the promotion, sales, and management of its facility for special events. The on-call Special Events Technician provides logistical and safety support during special events, working closely with museum staff and external vendors to ensure event success.
Education
Responsibilities
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
Qualification
Required
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
Ability to climb ladders, move swiftly throughout museum, crawl into tight spaces and lift 75 lbs
Preferred
Knowledge of Exploratorium's building systems and organizational structure preferred
Aerial platform / Lift certification is a plus
Company
Exploratorium
The Exploratorium is a museum of science, art, and human perception located in San Francisco, California.
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageRecent News
Los Angeles Times
2025-05-23
The Mercury News
2024-11-06
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