What are the responsibilities and job description for the Studio Technician / Instructor – Chrysler Museum of Art Job at Pilchuck Glass Scho position at Pilchuck Glass School?
The Glass Studio Technician maintains, repairs, and updates all glass studio equipment and tools and facilitates the procurement of studio supplies and materials as needed. The Glass Studio Technician provides technical support and expertise within the department, serving a diverse community of artists, instructors, and students. In addition, the Glass Studio Technician prepares for and participates in public demonstrations, classes, visiting artist support, studio rentals, and all studio programming.
Essential Functions :
- Work in conjunction with the Studio Manager to enforce the proper procedures to ensure the safety of the staff, visitors, and of those using the equipment.
- Work with Studio Manager to create and execute equipment maintenance schedule.
- Act as primary 24-hour first responder to all equipment-related emergencies.
- Design and fabricate custom equipment and upgrade / modify current equipment.
- Assist Glass Studio Manager with ongoing development of studio protocol and standard operating procedures.
- Following Museum guidelines and within established budgets, order parts, supplies, and materials.
- Prepare, maintain, and participate in the studio’s operating schedule including but not limited to :
- Public demonstrations. (sometimes acting as Gaffer)
- Special group and school demonstrations.
- Artist in Residence program / Visiting Artist. Tailor to all needs before and during the visit assist and / or narrate throughout the artist’s visit.
- Educational classes including workshops and accredited courses.
- Monitor studio rentals.
- Special Events.
- Serve as an ambassador for the Museum and the Studio, actively work to build public excitement about the facility and its programs, and foster collaborative programs with regional schools and universities.
- Train Studio Assistants and staff on studio operation procedures.
- Oversee Studio Assistants in projects and daily duties when needed.
- Perform other duties as assigned or required.
Requirements :
This position will be based in a busy public environment and be subject to frequent interruption. This position also requires public interaction. The Studio Technician will be required to adhere to and enforce strict safety regulations.
Must be able to lift and carry supplies and other awkward items (including glass) weighing up to 75 lbs. without assistance. Requires intermittent standing, walking, sitting, squatting, stretching, and bending throughout the workday; on days when there is programming, standing and walking for 8 hours a day should be expected. Must be able to see and hear. Must be able to work in the heat throughout the 8-hour or longer workday.
Salary range : $42,000-44,000 based on experience.
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Salary : $42,000 - $44,000
