Craftsperson II - Plasterer

Our Mission: Since the 1893 World Columbian Exposition, our organization has aimed to connect people to the natural environment and human history.

The Field Museum is seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Plasterer to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in plastering techniques and be capable of applying plaster to walls and ceilings, ensuring a smooth finish while adhering to safety standards and project specifications.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare surfaces for plaster application by cleaning, repairing, and applying bonding agents as needed.
• Mix plaster according to specifications for consistency and workability.
• Apply plaster to walls, ceilings, and other surfaces using trowels, floats, and other tools.
• Smooth and finish plaster surfaces to achieve the desired texture and appearance.
• Use molds and casts for the repair and creation of ornaments and other types of surfaces.
• Read and interpret blueprints to understand project requirements and specifications.
• Conduct repairs on existing plaster surfaces as needed, including caulking, patching, and painting.
• Collaborate with other Museum staff to ensure project timelines are met.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area on the construction site.

General Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist supervisor or team leader with training new staff
• Perform specialty maintenance and preventative maintenance throughout museum and exhibition halls while following safety protocols
• Ensures all equipment and work areas are safe, clean, neat, and orderly at all times with emphasis on safety and accident prevention
• Communicate effectively with co-workers, team leaders, other departments and contractors in a professional manner in all phases necessary to locate, correct, repair, and complete each job or project.
• Ability to safely build or suspend scaffolding (ladders, stringers, stages, hooks, ropes, etc.) and operate one-person lift
• Maintain accountability and inventory of assigned tools and equipment on a daily basis; keep cart inventory and supplies in a clean, organized fashion on a daily basis
• Clean up and dispose of any waste in the work area
• Performs other appropriate duties as assigned by immediate team leader, supervisor, or manager including exterior banner installation and removal, moving material, supplies, office furniture, exhibit cases, and equipment

Qualifications:

• Three or more years experience as a Plasterer or in a similar role within the construction industry.
• Vocational/technical high school diploma or equivalent preferred

Working Conditions:

• Various interior and exterior settings such as office space, construction zones, exhibition halls, roofs, tunnels, etc.

Physical Demands:

• Various required demands such as: lifting, pushing, pulling, reaching upward/downward, grasping, walking, standing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, sitting, and standing

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The Field Museum is an equal-opportunity employer. We are committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination, embracing diversity, and fostering mutual respect. We value the unique perspectives each team member brings, which empowers our ability to innovate and overcome challenges.

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